FrontLobby vs Rent With Clara

FrontLobby provides landlords and property managers with tenant screening, rent reporting, and debt reporting tools. Its screening combines credit data, background information, and verified Tenant Records from Landlord Credit Bureau; the US screening page identifies TransUnion as the credit screening provider. Most screening reports are said to be available within five minutes, though package choice and identity verification or consent steps can affect timing. Landlords submit applicant information and obtain required consent before reviewing results online. Screening can be paid for by the landlord or applicant, and does not require a subscription. The free Basic Membership includes property and lease management, Tenant Records, tools and resources, marketplace access, and pay-as-you-go screening and debt reporting. One-time screening options are listed from $14.99 to $39.99, while debt reporting is listed at $99.99 or $199.99 per once. Premium Membership costs $19.92 per year and includes rent reporting for 20 leases, discounts on screening and debt reporting, and one-on-one setup and support. Larger portfolios can access bulk screening, integrations, API access, dedicated support, volume pricing, and customizable packages.

Rent With Clara provides rental applications and tenant screening for renters, landlords, and real estate agents. Screening reports can include credit history and a FICO score, criminal and eviction records, application details, income and employment checks, and identity verification. For identity checks, Clara compares a live image of a government-issued ID with a biometric selfie for liveness and face matching. Income and employment can be verified through payroll, bank connections, or third-party-verified documents; Argyle is its named partner for direct-source verification. Clara says credit reports come from TransUnion. Renters can reuse a profile and active reports when applying to multiple landlords during a 30-day period. Profiles are encrypted and shared only with landlords or agents the renter approves. Reports remain active for 30 days, after which renters can refresh them. Clara says its screening process is designed around Fair Housing laws, FCRA requirements, and state-specific regulations. Landlords and agents can use the full platform without a fee; a renter application costs $49.00 USD once and covers unlimited Clara properties for 30 days.