{"id":55373,"date":"2019-04-25T09:30:12","date_gmt":"2019-04-25T09:30:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/blog\/?p=55373"},"modified":"2019-04-25T07:35:51","modified_gmt":"2019-04-25T07:35:51","slug":"complete-moving-out-checklist-tenants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/blog\/complete-moving-out-checklist-tenants.html","title":{"rendered":"Moving Out of a Rental Property? Use This Checklist to Make the Process Smoother"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Moving homes is never easy, but the case is all the more stressful for tenants, as they need to hand the rented house back to the owner in an agreed upon condition. Regardless of how big a hassle it is, ensuring proper maintenance of the rental property, especially while moving out is crucial because you will want to get your security deposit back. As such, what are the things that you need to check as a tenant that is moving out of the premises? Well, a good tenant should follow all of the steps given below to ensure that their security deposit is safe. Our moving-out checklist for tenants will help you return the rental property to the landlord in the right state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go Through Your Rental Agreement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Always Read the Fine Print Before Signing a Contract<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve decided to move out of the property you are currently renting, then the first thing on your to-do list should be reviewing your tenancy documents. Check the fine print and determine how much of a notice you need to give to your landlord, what condition is the property supposed to be in for you to get your security deposit back and what kind of repairs does that entail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Your Landlord<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The tenancy agreement generally has a moving-out procedure mentioned in it. This usually includes some days\u2019 written notice notifying the landlord that you are ending the tenancy. Contact your landlord based on the timeframe specified in the agreement. This can be anywhere between 30 to 60 days. You can also ask them about the moving-out procedure and specifications when you call them up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perform a Property Inspection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Inspect Your Home Thoroughly for Any Repairs Needed<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Now that the call\u2019s been made, you need to make the property ready for your departure. Since you need to return it in the same condition as it was when you moved in, you might need to put in some effort to restore it to its original state, especially if you\u2019ve lived here long or have kids. The inspection includes the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n