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Easy to use, no site inspection, and no paperwork.<\/li><li>You will receive a complete report in seconds. Credit score, criminal background check, and an eviction report are presented in a straightforward recommendation.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Getting Started is Quick and Easy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Set up your tenant screening account <a href=\"https:\/\/clearnow.mysmartmove.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>. &nbsp;Once set up,&nbsp;you will add your rental property address along with the applicant\u2019s contact information and indicate if you or the applicant will pay the fee (via credit card).&nbsp; Most landlords have the applicant cover the fee as part of the application process.<\/li><li>The applicant authorizes screening.<\/li><li>Almost instantly, you will receive the applicant\u2019s complete report so you can make a decision. 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