Comparison
CertRent vs Boom for LA renters: check AB 2747 first
In Los Angeles, AB 2747 requires landlords of buildings with 15+ units to offer on-time rent reporting at no cost to you — so the first move before paying anyone is asking your landlord whether they already offer it. If they do not, or you rent in a smaller building AB 2747 does not cover, here is how Boom compares to CertRent.
| CertRent | Boom | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | A verified renter profile + rent-history platform, in LA | A dedicated rent-reporting service |
| Bureaus reported to | Tri-bureau (planned) | All three (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion) |
| Bank-verified | Yes (Plaid) | Yes |
| Reports past rent (lookback) | No | Yes, as an add-on |
| Shareable profile a landlord can view | Yes, that's the core product | No — reporting only shows on your credit file |
| Ownership-checked landlord references | Yes, against LA County/Assessor records | No — not part of the product |
| AB 2747 compliance check for your building | Built into the LA rent-reporting guide | Not addressed |
When Boom makes sense
If your building is not covered by AB 2747 (fewer than 15 units, or a landlord who has not complied) and you specifically want a lookback on rent you already paid before this year, Boom does that and CertRent does not.
Where CertRent is the better fit
If you just want your ongoing rent verified and a real profile a Los Angeles landlord can view before you even apply, CertRent builds that from the same bank connection — plus a downloadable rent certificate and references checked against real ownership records.