Tenant move-outs are a fact of life when you’re a landlord because the average tenant will live in a rental property for 12 months and then move because they want to move to a larger rental property, relocate for their job, or purchase a home.
Simplifying the tenant move-out process is essential because the sooner you can get your tenants moved out, you can focus on getting ready for your next tenants to move in.
Thankfully, tenant move-outs can be an easy and hassle-free process especially when you follow these tips.
Tip #1 – Have Clear Communication with Your Tenant
From the moment that they tell you about their intention to move, you should have clear communication with your tenant, especially regarding your desire to show the property, when they will vacate, and most important of all, set a date for the move-out inspection.
Tip #2 – Give Your Tenant A Move Out Checklist
To ensure that the rental property is left in move-in-ready condition, you should give your tenant a move-out checklist that covers everything they will be expected to do before turning over the keys.
Tip #3– Document Everything
During the move-out inspection, you should document everything with pictures and video, just so your tenant can’t deny any repairs or maintenance is needed when they’ve vacated the property.
Tip #4 – Confirm That You Have Every Key to The Property
Once the tenant has officially moved out, you should confirm that they’ve returned every key including keys to back doors, garages, and storage sheds on site.
Besides the keys, you should also confirm that your tenant has returned the remotes to all ceiling fans and appliances in the rental property.
Tip #5 – Remind Your Tenant to forward Their Mail to Their New Address
Last of all, but most important, don’t forget to remind your tenant to forward their mail and bills to their new address.
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