Portable Tenant
Screening Report
(PTSR)

One report. Every door opens.

Renting a home shouldn't feel like paying the same fee over and over. A Portable Tenant Screening Report puts the renter in control - saving money, speeding up approvals, and giving landlords what they need to confidently say yes.

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PTSR laws compliant
in all portable-law states
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15 min

generate reports quickly
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+$250

saved on average per renter
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100%

accepted by landlords in CO & IL

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What Is a Portable Tenant Screening Report?

A portable tenant screening report (PTSR) is a reusable tenant screening package that is prepared prepared for
and requested by renters.  Renters can share their PTSR with multiple landlords for up to 30 days.

Here are simple steps to take control of your own portable rental application once and forever:

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Renters

Create Experian-powered credit report and background screening
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Share securely

Send a secure link to the landlord's email directly - no PDFs. Protect your privacy and data
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Revoke anytime

Maintain complete control over who can access your report
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Where Do I Get a Portable Tenant Screening Report?

Trusted by landlords and property managers, renters request their report through Portable Tenant™, a Consumer Reporting Agency. They can share it via a secure link with multiple landlords for 30 days.
Plus the renter maintains a complete ownership and control over the report.

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Bank-level security

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PTSR laws  compliant*

* In Colorado and Illinois, landlords must accept PTSRs by law.
Also compliant with portable tenant screening laws in other states.

Here is what our portable tenant screening report includes

Credit report with VantageScore 3.0

Nationwide criminal report

Income

Nationwide eviction report (housing court data)

Rental application

Bank-level security

Compliant with portable tenant screening report laws

Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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Why Reusable Tenant Screening Saves Time and Money

Are you  searching for your next home or managing rental properties? Portable Tenant™ streamlines the process for everyone by making tenant screening reports reusable.
It can serve as an initial screening tool because property managers love having insight into prospective tenants before property viewings. PTSR is the premier tool for rental approval.

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Save money, speed, privacy control
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    Save $200+ on application fees
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    Apply anywhere just use your landlord’s email
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    Complete privacy control over your data
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PTSR compliance, less admin, faster and transparent screening
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    PTSR laws compliance guaranteed
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    Reduce admin work
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    Pre-approve renters before showings
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A New Standard In PTSR Compliance

We built our platform on powerful tenant protection laws and the landlord's needs.
The result is a new standard for trust and acceptance of portable tenant screening reports
nationwide.

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Mandatory acceptance
in Colorado and Illinois

Full credit, criminal, and  eviction background screening. Legally valid where accepted: Nationwide
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Portable by design

Portable Tenant™ is a hub for your portable tenant screening report — built for secure sharing authentic reports from day one
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Data Access Control

Tenants maintain control with instant recall features built-in
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The PTSR Advantage.
Screen once. Apply anywhere.

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Standard tenant screening

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    $50-100 per application
    Multiply by every property you apply to
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    3-5 days processing time
    Wait for each report to be processed
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    No control over your data
    Can't revoke or manage access
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    Paperwork and forms
    Can't revoke or manage access. Fill out the same details again and again
Average cost for 5 applications

+ $300

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Portable Tenant

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    One flat fee, use for 30 days
    Multiply by every property you apply to
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    15-minute processing time
    Instant access to review your reports
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    Control over your data
    You can dispute errors before applying / revoke access
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    No more repeated paperwork
    Fill it out once and only make updates
One report, many applications

$59

A house with save price


Landlords receive the same comprehensive portable tenant screening report.  

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Portable Tenant Screening Report Tips

It's not only about time and money savings. It's also about keeping your sanity.
Portable Tenant™  gathers key rental application details - contact info, references, and other common questions - into a consistent,
reusable format. No more filling out the same information over and over.

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For Renters

1. Run your PTSR before you apply

2. Review returned carefully

3. Prepare context for any negative items

4. Highlight your strengths

5. Use your portable tenant screening report to show that you are prepared.
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For Landlords

1. Update your listing to say "We accept valid portable tenant screening reports (PTSR) as defined by [your state] law."

2.  Confirm that:
The PTSR is less than 30 days old

Comes from a Consumer Reporting Agency (like Portable Tenant)

Includes the expected sections (credit, criminal, eviction, income & rental history)
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For PTSR Advocates

1. PTSRs are a newer concept since 2021

2. PTSRs are the future of leasing transactions nationwide

3. PTSRs are a time and money saver for both renters and landlords

4. PTSRs offer full visibility, low effort, and trust in the leasing process.
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Insights for Renters & Landlords

Stay informed with the latest tips, guides, and insights for better rental process
with portable tenant screening reports.

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Jan 13, 2026
Colorado Tenant Screening Reform: Guide to HB23-1099 & HB25-1236 Compliance
Discover how Portable Tenant helps property managers streamline their application process and reduce administrative work.
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Jan 12, 2026
Portable Tenant Screening Report Mistakes to Avoid | Portable Tenant
Avoid common tenant screening report mistakes. Learn how renters can save money, stay compliant, and get approved faster with Portable Tenant.
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Dec 12, 2025
What to Look for in a Portable Tenant Screening Report
Portable Tenant Screening Reports are here to stay. As long as they are shared through CRA, they can replace any tenant screening service
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Ready to take control of your rental application fees?

Join the renters who have simplified their housing search with Portable Tenant™. Generate your portable tenant screening report once and use it anywhere.

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No setup fees
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Instant sharing
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Save $200+ on average
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