How to Build Your Own TransUnion SmartMove
Replace TransUnion SmartMove with a custom build. Tenant Screening Service & Tenant Background Checks
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 13 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 13 features
Background Check(2 features)
Comprehensive criminal history check against millions of criminal records and registries
Report on eviction history and proceedings related to the applicant
Billing(2 features)
Choose who pays for screening - landlord can opt to have tenant cover cost or pay themselves
No subscriptions or memberships required - only pay for reports when used
Account Management(1 features)
Free account creation with no setup fees or waiting periods required to begin screening
Compliance(1 features)
Applicants consent online to share reports with property owner with no impact to their credit score
Credit Check(1 features)
Detailed credit history report from TransUnion's database of millions of credit histories
Data Processing(1 features)
Advanced system that analyzes millions of records from numerous databases and criminal registries
Delivery/Speed(1 features)
Most screening reports are delivered the same day after applicant identity verification
Income Verification(1 features)
Proprietary report that identifies which applicants need additional income verification to help reduce tenant payment risk
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Total Cost Comparison
DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 13 features at very easy complexity.