Real estate solutions and services provider MRI Software announced a partnership with Piñata Rent Inc., a rent rewards and credit-building platform. The partnership will deliver a resident rewards program, embedding Piñata’s perks directly into MRI RentPayment. The enhanced features will give property managers a turnkey solution to boost on-time payments, engagement and retention, while giving renters real financial benefits for simply paying rent, the companies said.
“The integration between MRI RentPayment and Piñata offers more than credit reporting — it’s a comprehensive rewards program that benefits renters no matter how they choose to pay rent,” said Carla Hinson, vice president of North America solutions and Iinnovation at MRI Software. “The partnership equips property managers with innovative ways to elevate the resident experience and foster long-term loyalty.”
The strategic partnership embeds Piñata’s rewards system, credit-building engine, and marketplace directly into MRI’s RentPayment interface. Residents can access these benefits easily, turning rent payments into opportunities for financial growth.
“Partnering with MRI Software, a trailblazer in proptech, allows us to transform rent into a powerful financial tool,” said Lily Liu, CEO of Piñata. “We’re rewarding renters for timely payments and helping them build stronger financial futures, all while simplifying operations for property managers.”
Renters are more likely to pay rent on time when payments are reported to credit bureaus, studies show. Additionally, two-thirds of renters say they prefer to live in communities that offer rent reporting services.
On-time rent payments earn points redeemable for gift cards, home goods and exclusive marketplace deals from top brands. Additionally, renters can sign up for the Piñata Pay no-fee debit card to get cash back or Piñata Points for every dollar spent or saved. Rent payments are reported to all major credit bureaus, helping renters improve or establish their credit profiles.
For property managers, Piñata’s platform requires no additional administrative effort to manage. Managers can offer premium Piñata services, including expanded rewards, backdated credit reporting and identity theft protection, as part of their amenity packages.
The Piñata rewards program will be promoted to renters within the Rentpayment application, where they can opt in to start earning rewards and boosting their credit.
