Know what landlords see — before they see it.
Every landlord runs a rental history report on you before approving your application. The question is — do you know what's in yours? Mismatched addresses, outdated records, or errors you never knew existed can cost you your next home.
Address History Verification
Every address on file
SSN Verification
State of issuance + death index
SSN Trace, Not Credit
Not a bureau credit report
Here's what landlords are checking — and what can go wrong
Before approving a single application, landlords pull your rental history report to verify every address you've listed. If your report shows an address you didn't mention — or is missing one you did — that mismatch alone can get you rejected. Most renters have no idea what their report says until it's too late.
- Address discrepancies that trigger instant red flags
- Addresses that may not even belong to you
- Former landlords who never verified your tenancy
- Gaps in rental history that raise questions
- Outdated records from years ago still showing up
Rental History Report
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What your free rental history report covers
Address History
Every address tied to your name from national databases. See what landlords see and verify that the record matches your actual rental history.
SSN Verification
Confirms your Social Security Number is valid, shows the state of issuance and year issued, and checks against the death index — the same identity verification landlords use.
SSN Trace, Not a Credit Report
Rental history traces addresses tied to your SSN. It is not a TransUnion or Experian credit pull. Bureau credit reports are not live.
Your addresses tell your story — make sure it's accurate
The most common reason rental applications get flagged is an address mismatch. Your report shows every address tied to your name — compare it against what you plan to list on applications and fix discrepancies before a landlord spots them.
- Compare your file against what you'll put on applications
- Spot addresses from old roommate situations or family members
- Identify addresses you forgot to include on past applications
- Verify your SSN issuance state and year for identity confirmation
- Catch data entry errors before they cost you an approval
Address Comparison
Your File vs. Application
Mismatch Detected
742 Evergreen Terrace, Apt 2B
Match Confirmed
1201 Oak Street, Unit 14
Match Confirmed
88 Pine Ave, Suite 3A
Want the full picture? Add criminal or eviction reports. Credit reports are not live.
Your free rental history report covers your address history and SSN verification. Criminal and eviction self-screening are Platinum ($5/month, identity included) at $5 per extra report. Bureau credit reports are not live.
Criminal Background
$5 / report
National criminal records search. Uses 1 screening credit. Know exactly what a landlord's background check will find.
- Felony and misdemeanor records
- National sex offender registry
Eviction Records
$5 / report
National eviction / rental court records search. Uses 1 screening credit. Court records, unlawful detainer filings, and judgments.
- Detailed court filing records
- Judgment amounts and dates
Credit Report
Not live
A TransUnion or Experian credit report is not available to order today.
- Not a live VerticalRent product
- Not included in rental history
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Renters who checked their reports first
“I had a sublet from college I completely forgot about. It showed up on my rental history and the address didn't match what I put on my application. Caught it before the landlord did.”
Jessica M.
Denver, CO
“There was an address on my rental history that wasn't mine — same name, different person. If I hadn't pulled my report first, I would've been denied on the spot.”
Terrence W.
Chicago, IL
“I shared my rental history report with three landlords before they even asked. Two of them told me it made me stand out as a serious applicant. Got approved for my first choice.”
Aisha P.
Houston, TX
Frequently asked questions about rental history reports
What is a rental history report?
A rental history report is an SSN trace that reveals every address tied to your name in national databases. Landlords use it to verify where you've lived before approving your rental application. It does not include eviction records, criminal history, or a bureau credit score. Criminal and eviction are paid add-ons (Platinum for renter self-screening). Bureau credit reports are not live.
Is the rental history report really free?
Yes — rental history is free once every 6 months. No ID and no Platinum required. Extra rental-history pulls use a $5 screening credit. Criminal and eviction self-screening need Platinum.
Why do you need my middle name?
National screening databases index records by full legal name. Without your middle name, the system may return inaccurate matches — pulling records for someone else with the same first and last name, or missing your records entirely. Your middle name ensures the report is accurate and only reflects your history, not someone else's.
Why do you need my Social Security Number?
Your SSN is required to run the address history trace through national consumer databases. This is the same process landlords use when they screen you — except you're pulling it on yourself first. Your SSN is encrypted with 256-bit SSL in transit and AES-256 at rest, used solely for the search, and never stored after the report is generated. VerticalRent is a consumer reporting agency regulated under the FCRA.
Is my personal data secure?
Absolutely. Your data is protected by bank-grade 256-bit SSL encryption in transit and AES-256 encryption at rest. We are FCRA-regulated and follow strict data handling protocols. SSN is stored encrypted, never in plaintext. Your personal information is never sold. Bureau credit reports are not live.
Will pulling my rental history report hurt my credit?
No. Rental history is an SSN trace, not a bureau credit report. VerticalRent does not pull a TransUnion or Experian score for this report.
How long does it take to get my report?
Most reports are generated in under 60 seconds. You'll see your full address history, SSN verification details, and state-of-issuance data almost instantly after signing up.
What if I find errors on my rental history report?
If you spot inaccuracies — wrong addresses, outdated records, or addresses that don't belong to you — submit a dispute through ScreenForge Labs at screenforgelabs.com/disputes. We investigate under FCRA and can correct your report when appropriate.
Can I share my rental history report with landlords?
Absolutely. You control who sees your report. You can share it directly with specific landlords through the platform, attach it to rental applications, or keep it private. It's your data.
Don't let your rental history surprise you.
Pull your rental history in under 60 seconds — free every 6 months, no ID required.
No credit card · SSN trace, not a bureau credit report · Takes less than 60 seconds