The real estate investing form this week is one that is perfect for landlords to ensure that they keep their properties in good condition… and that tenants are charged correctly when they move out. Every landlord should be using some sort of a "move in/move out" form or checklist… check out this one and use it to integrate into your own landlording business.
The Move In/Move Out Form For Landlords
Also known as a property inspection form , the move in and move out checklist you can download below is a simple form that you can use when a new tenant moves in… and when they move out. The form has fields for each room in the unit and has space where you can note any damages that are seen during the inspection (either during the move in our move out). This is very useful when a tenant disputes a damage charge when they move out… and you show them on the form (that they have signed) that the damage was not there.
Another thing that may be useful for landlords along side with this form is to take pictures of the unit (or a video) before the tenant moves in… and take pictures (video) when the tenant moves out. This way there is proof of the state of the unit when the tenant moves in.
Download The Move In/Move Out Form For Landlords
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Right click on the download link below
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Click “Save As” or “Save Target As”
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Save it to your computer
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My wife and I have a couple of rental properties. One recently went vacant, and we spent the last month looking for a new renter. We listed it on Craigslist, which would work for 2-3 days but then our ad would be pushed down “too far” by all the newer rental listings, so we had to re-list it about once a week. More effective was placing “For Rent” signs on street corners. We placed 3 signs at a variety of corners 1-2 miles apart from each other, on diagonals so they would have visibility from the most number of streets in our area. Even though you’re “not supposed to” put up signs like that, we got a LOT of calls from that. The most effective of all was simply the sign we put in the front yard of the property! When people are looking for a place to rent, they drive around areas they’d like to live in, and see what they can find. Our new renter who just signed the paperwork last night found us this way. We ended up spending $0 on advertising, which is fine with me. But it took a while to find the right renter; we probably interviewed 8-10 families to find a good match (they’re comfortable with us, and vice-versa).
We live in the Phoenix Metro area (east edge of the City of Mesa, specifically). If you want to know anything more about our experience, you’re welcome to ask! — paul
I just needed a move-in checklist and am unable to get that form due to IE “errors” connecting with your site. Any suggestions???
what happens when the landlor or property manager fails to provide a ove in check list and at the time of moving out they are noting various damages on a move out check list. but damages were there at move in time and there was no check list with done or anything stating these damages were or were not there at move in time.? does landlord have the right to withold the security deposit, and also charge extra on top of deposit for repairs,cleaning,of shelves,walls,mildew on tub etc….
Hey Jewelz, Great question. I’m not an attorney… so don’t take this as legal advice… but, what I understand of case law is this…
… unless a landlord can prove that the damage was not there BEFORE the tenant moved in… the law always sides with the tenant. So, thats why its important for a landlord to make sure that #1, they get the tenant to walk through the unit with them so the tenant can sign off on the fact that specific parts of the unit are in great shape… so if there is damage on those elements later… it is the tenants responsibility.
On the flip side, even if a landlord doesn’t have a tenant sign a move in move out form… I feel a tenant should protect themselves by pointing out any damage that is in the unit including stains, broken mini-blinds, dirty stuff, nail holes in the wall, etc.
So, really… both sides need to protect themselves by pointing out all of the damage or defects in the unit before move-in.
Hope that helps 🙂
checking out your forms. Thank You
Val
I’m looking for a price list of cleaning charges to included with tenants rental move in/out form. In the event the tenant does not clean unit back to original move in condition. Thanks
Hi, I have a realtor who finds the tenants for my properties. I am noticing I am having to remind her if certain things that I require have been done. I’m wondering if you have a checklist for example…
1. Tenant completes application
2. Back ground check done
3. Place of employment verified.
a. Name of employer
b. Copy of last pay stub