ExactEstate Rent Reporting with Credit Rent Boost

ExactEstate integrates with Credit Rent Boost to automate rent reporting, allowing affordable housing tenants to build credit history while providing property management teams with a streamlined resident benefit. By automatically submitting on-time payment data to major credit bureaus, this reporting integration enhances tenant financial health without adding administrative burden to site staff.

ExactEstate clients can easily add Credit Rent Boost to their daily work. Landlords connect to Credit Rent Boost right from the ExactEstate platform. This makes enrolling tenants and approving rent reporting simple. Tenants pay their monthly rent through the ExactEstate system. This ensures credit bureaus get accurate and timely reports.

“We’re excited to partner with ExactEstate to make it easier for property managers and tenants to benefit from rent reporting,” said Gregg Watkins, Chief Development Officer at Credit Rent Boost. “By streamlining the process and providing a seamless integration, we’re making it  easier than ever for tenants to build credit history and achieve their financial goals.”

This partnership is a big step for the property management industry. It combines technology to improve financial results for both tenants and landlords. ExactEstate and Credit Rent Boost are joining forces. This teamwork will help shape the future of property management and tenant support.

About ExactEstate

ExactEstate is a modern, full-stack tool built for simplicity. You only need one login to run your entire portfolio. It streamlines every part of property management. This includes lease renewals, accounting, maintenance requests, and tracking vacant units. 

We built our tool specifically for affordable and multifamily housing. It boosts efficiency without confusing tiered pricing. We are the first property management software focused on giving clients exactly what they need. Our platform is intuitive and easy to use. A dedicated US-based support team backs it up. One price. One platform.

About Credit Rent Boost

950 Credit / Credit Rent Boost is a unique service that helps tenants improve their credit scores. It reports on-time rent payments to all three major credit bureaus. Renters can build a positive credit history with CreditRentBoost without taking on new debt. Rent reporting also helps younger tenants start building credit. This service is very helpful for people with few other ways to build credit. 

Landlords also benefit from using property management software like ExactEstate. It makes the reporting process simple and ensures accurate, timely submissions.

Credit Rent Boost gives strong support and resources to both tenants and landlords. The service helps tenants reach financial stability and build better credit. It also gives landlords a simple, fast way to support their tenants' financial growth. At the same time, it helps landlords get rent payments on time.

Contact:

ExactEstate
Erin Coate
Head of Marketing
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Credit Rent Boost

Brett Curley
Director of Marketing
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How does rent reporting help tenants build credit?

A strong credit profile is a key step toward financial freedom for many affordable housing residents. But traditional credit scores often ignore rent payments. This means residents who pay rent on time every month get no credit score boost. The ExactEstate and Credit Rent Boost link fixes this problem. It allows full rent reporting for all residents who join. The system captures verified on-time rent payments and sends this data to major national credit bureaus. Over time, this good payment history shows up in credit files. This leads to real improvements in credit scores. Higher scores give residents better financial chances. They can get lower interest rates on loans, better auto financing, and approval for future housing. This rent reporting tool turns a normal monthly bill into a powerful way to build wealth in affordable housing.

What implementation steps are required for property teams?

Property staff often worry that new software will disrupt daily work and add to their workload. ExactEstate and Credit Rent Boost built this partnership to avoid those issues. The setup is smooth and easy for property teams. The tool is built right into the ExactEstate platform. Property managers do not need to use outside portals or juggle separate software. Once turned on, the system syncs resident data and payment histories from the ExactEstate ledger. Property teams just set their reporting choices and enroll residents through a simple digital flow. Residents can join the program right in their tenant portal. They just give consent and payment details there. The whole process is automated inside ExactEstate. Property teams can manage sign-ups, track reports, and answer questions without leaving their main dashboard. This easy setup keeps extra work very low while making the program highly effective.

How does this integration impact property management operations?

Rent reporting also gives affordable housing property teams major operational benefits. Resident retention and satisfaction are key to success in this competitive field. Offering a real benefit like credit building makes a community much more valuable. Residents will renew their leases if they feel their housing provider cares about their financial health. This cuts turnover costs and reduces the expense of vacant units. The tool also keeps residents more engaged. Tenants will use the ExactEstate tenant portal to manage their accounts and check their credit. More portal use streamlines other property messages and cuts down on routine calls to the leasing office. The ExactEstate and Credit Rent Boost partnership matches resident financial goals with property team goals. This creates a win-win setup that supports both community stability and smooth operations.

What support is available during the onboarding process?

ExactEstate and Credit Rent Boost want property teams and residents to feel supported during this rollout. Both companies created deep support resources just for this tool. The ExactEstate customer success team gives property teams dedicated onboarding help. This includes detailed training on how to set up rent reporting, manage sign-ups, and fix early setup issues. Both companies also offer educational materials. These include step-by-step guides, frequently asked questions, and promo templates to help introduce the program. Credit Rent Boost gives direct customer support to residents. They help with questions about credit profiles, the opt-in process, and how rent payments are reported. This layered support gives property teams the technical help they need to run the software. It also gives residents the guidance they need to get the most out of the program. This full approach ensures no resident is left behind. It also lets property teams focus on their main management duties.

About ExactEstate

ExactEstate is a property-management software platform designed specifically for the affordable housing sector, streamlining compliance, accounting, and resident management for property teams.

About Credit Rent Boost

Credit Rent Boost is a specialized service that reports monthly rent payments to major credit bureaus, enabling renters to establish and improve their credit scores through consistent housing payments.

How does rent reporting help tenants build credit?

Rent reporting submits on-time monthly payments to major credit bureaus, establishing a positive credit history for residents who might otherwise lack traditional credit lines. This is especially critical in affordable housing, where residents often face strict income limitations and need every advantage to build long-term financial stability.

“A family whose annual income does not exceed 80 percent of the median income for the area, as determined by HUD with adjustments for smaller and larger families, except that HUD may establish income ceilings higher or lower than 80 percent of the median income for the area on the basis of HUD's findings that such variations are necessary because of unusually high or low family incomes.” (24 CFR 5.603)

What implementation steps are required for property teams?

Property teams must configure the integration, map the chart of accounts, and enroll residents. The pricing structure for this reporting module is straightforward: the default subscription is $3 per unit per month, while TRACS, MINC, and HUD-50059 compliance units are $2 per unit per month, with an implementation fee equal to the greater of $1,000 or 2x the monthly subscription.

How does this integration impact property management operations?

The integration automates data transfer, eliminating manual credit dispute handling and reducing late payments. Because affordable housing compliance requires rigorous income and asset verification, staff already manage complex calculations, allowing them to focus on core compliance tasks rather than manual resident financial advocacy.

“(1) $480 for each dependent, which amount will be adjusted by HUD annually in accordance with the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers, rounded to the next lowest multiple of $25;” (24 CFR 5.611)

“(i) The family's net assets (as defined in § 5.603) exceed $100,000, which amount will be adjusted annually by HUD in accordance with the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers;” (24 CFR 5.618)

What support is available during the onboarding process?

ExactEstate provides dedicated implementation specialists who guide property teams through chart of accounts mapping, data extraction setup, and resident communication strategies. The support team remains available post-launch to troubleshoot any transmission errors and ensure ongoing compliance with both the property management software and the credit bureau requirements.

Contact:

For more information on integrating rent reporting into your property management operations, reach out to the ExactEstate sales and support teams.