Renters Checklist
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- Finances
- What is the rent per month?
- What day of the month is rent due?
- Is a security deposit required?
- Does the lease say rent can be increased?
- Does the rent include heat, water, electricity, cable or Internet?
- Will parking cost extra?
- Who has to pay for repairs - big ones and small ones?
- Terminating the agreement - how much notice does each party need to give?
- Area and Space
- Can extra belongings such as bikes, luggage be stored?
- Is the rental space close to services that are used regularly? (groceries, bank)
- Is the rental space clean?
- How is refuse/garbage disposal handled?
- Are there any signs of insects present?
- Who does the snow shoveling and grass cutting?
- Are there laundry facilities?
- Is there Internet service or can it be installed?
- Where can vehicles be parked?
- Is the area well lit at night?
- How quiet or noisy is the rental space?
- Do the walls seem hollow (when thumped) or solid?
- Can you hear neighbors upstairs, downstairs, or on either side of you?
- House rules
- Are visitors and overnight guests allowed?
- Are you permitted to share household appliances?
- Are smoking and/or alcohol allowed?
- Are pets permitted?
- Privacy issues?
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Presented by:
Nicole Nichols-West
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Who it's for
This Renters Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Renters essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Renters structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this Renters Checklist
- Save Renters Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Renters (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.
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