When evaluating potential tenants, landlords often need more than just a gut feeling—they need tools that provide real insights before making a leasing decision. At SingleKey, we offer two powerful tools to help with this: the Pre-Screen and the Tenant Report. While both serve unique purposes, they’re best used at different stages of the rental process.
Here’s a side-by-side comparison to help you understand how they differ:
Feature | Pre-Screen | Tenant Report |
Functionality | A questionnaire form used to collect basic information and early insights on a potential tenant. | A comprehensive report that includes a credit check, public record search, and a social media scan. |
Price | ✅ Free to use | 💲 $29.99 per report (available in both the U.S. and Canada) |
Customizable | ✅ Yes – You can tailor the form to suit your screening needs | ✅ Yes – Add custom questions and upload additional documents |
Turnaround Time | ⚡ Immediate – View responses as soon as the form is submitted | ⏱ Approximately 5 minutes after the applicant completes the process |
When Should You Use Each?
Pre-Screen: Use this as your first step to gather basic details and get a quick sense of the tenant’s suitability. It's ideal before you invest time and money into a full report.
Tenant Report: Once you've shortlisted an applicant, the Tenant Report gives you a deep dive into their financial responsibility and background—essential for making a confident leasing decision.
Both tools help you make informed choices, reduce risk, and find reliable tenants with ease.