What this tool does
Interactive checklist to help you with apartment moving out.
How to use
- Work down the list and tick each item as you finish it.
- Ticks are saved on this device, in your browser, so they are still there when you come back.
What this checklist covers
The list has 1 group and 10 items.
- Apartment Moving Out (10 items): Check your lease for the notice you must give, and give it to your landlord; Schedule a final walkthrough; Deep clean the entire apartment; Patch wall holes and touch up paint, if your lease allows it; Clean appliances thoroughly; Remove all personal belongings; Arrange utility disconnections or transfers; Return all keys and remotes; Document the final condition with photos; Forward your mail to your new address
Tip: Start well before your last day. Ticks are saved on this device.
Limitations
- This is a general list. It does not know your lease or local tenancy rules.
- It is not legal advice.
- Ticks are saved only in this browser on this device.
FAQs
- Q: How much notice do I need to give?
- A: The checklist does not say. Notice rules come from your lease and local law, so check those.
- Q: Is this the same as the security deposit checklist?
- A: It overlaps. This one covers the whole move-out, including notice, utilities and mail. The deposit checklist focuses on cleaning and repairs.
- Q: Are my ticks saved?
- A: Yes. Ticks are saved in your browser on this device. They do not follow you to another device or browser.
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