Zillow®? is giving renters a new way to turn their largest monthly expense into real financial progress with CreditClimb, an affordable and straightforward credit-building tool powered by Esusu. Starting November 19, 2025, renters nationwide can enroll directly through Zillow to have their on-time rent payments automatically reported to all three major credit bureaus for $20 a year.

CreditClimb also lets renters track their credit score, and add up to two years of past rent payments to their report, helping them build credit faster. Nearly 87% of renters don't see their rent payments reflected in their credit reports, a gap that can make it harder to qualify for loans, secure affordable financing or eventually buy a home. Renters in Esusu-powered programs have seen an average credit score increase of 45 points after consistent on-time reporting, collectively unlocking more than $30 billion in mortgages after reporting their rent payments.

Through Esusu's technology, CreditClimb reports payments securely to Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, ensuring that on-time payments contribute positively to renters' credit profiles. Enrollment for CreditClimb is open now. Renters simply verify their lease details and payment method, and Zillow and Esusu handle the rest.