Thoughts, news, and tips from the RentSpree team

Introducing RentEdge: A new era for MLS rental success

In today’s fast-evolving housing market, one thing is clear: rentals are no longer a side hustle, they’re a core business opportunity. Yet, many agents and multiple listing services still lack the tools and visibility needed to fully tap into the rental segment. That’s about to change.

Nadja Brandt

PR Director

News

RentSpree wins awards for engineering teams, leadership, and career growth

RentSpree has been recognized by Comparably in three major categories for 2025: Best Engineering Teams, Best Leadership, and Best Career Growth, highlighting its commitment to innovation, strong leadership, and employee development.

Tannum Sullivan

Product

Conditional acceptance is here: Unlock criminal reports in previously restricted markets

Unlock criminal background checks while staying compliant—seamlessly built into your RentSpree workflow.

Courtney Finello

Product Marketing

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Agent

Rent vs Buy: the Pros and Cons

If you are working with renters who are doing some long-term financial planning, they might want to look at the difference between a home rental and home purchase. There are benefits and drawbacks of each strategy, and much depends on their lifestyle and financial fitness. Check out our rent vs. buy comparison and determine whether they’re ready to purchase a home or whether they need to continue renting for a little bit longer.

Christy Murdock

Author

Landlord

8 Rent Payment Options for Tenants

As a landlord or rental agent, you need to ensure that the rent is not only paid but paid on time. How can you ensure on-time payments while offering value-added options for your tenants? Here you’ll find eight different collection solutions so that you can facilitate prompt rent payments and communicate your tenants’ options for how to pay rent.

Christy Murdock

Author

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Agent

How long does it take for a TransUnion credit report to update?

When you’re implementing a screening report as part of your tenant approval process, you want to make sure that the information you gather is as up to date and accurate as possible. When you’re pulling information from a TransUnion credit report, it’s a good idea to know how long it takes for the report to update so that you can make better decisions based on relevant information.

Christy Murdock

Author

Company

RentSpree Raises $8 Million in Series A Funding to Enhance Collaboration Between Renters, Agents, and Owners

Funding validates recent progress and significant market opportunity, enabling RentSpree to create the first platform designed to meet the growing demand to connect renters and agents with landlord and property owners.

Nadja Brandt

PR Director

News

BeachesMLS and RentSpree Announce New Integration Launch

This new partnership with BeachesMLS marks the first rental integration for any Florida-based MLS to help real estate agents.

Nadja Brandt

PR Director

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Agent

What is the Best Site to Get a Free Credit Report?

Whether you’re pulling a credit report for your own use or have a potential tenant who wants a better understanding of their financial record, everyone is entitled to a free annual credit report. There are many services that offer access to these important financial records. Find out which is the best site for a free credit report and how to obtain the information you need.

Christy Murdock

Author

Landlord

What Should Be Included in a Lease Agreement?

There are many details that need to be included in a lease agreement in order to offset disagreements or discrepancies during the lease term. Find out what should be included in a lease agreement as well as what details are specific to the California standard lease agreement. In addition, you’ll find out what to do if there are changes or additions that come up after everyone has signed on the dotted line.

Christy Murdock

Author

Agent

What to Do If an Eviction Shows up on a SmartMove Report but Not Court Records

As part of your screening process, you’ll need a sense of your applicant’s rental background, including any evictions on their record. But what do you do if the eviction is not showing up on court records? We’ll guide you through the evaluation process for your applicant’s rental background check, tell you more about the eviction process, and help you decide whether their past challenges constitute a deal-breaking barrier to approval.

Christy Murdock

Author