New Tenant Move-In Checklist

Haven Property Management Group · Tracy, CA

Property Address: ________________________

Move-In Date: ______________

Before Move-In

Signed lease agreement on file (California-compliant, AB 1482 language if applicable)
Security deposit collected and receipted (capped at one month's rent)
Move-in inspection scheduled and photo-documented
Utilities confirmed in tenant's name or landlord's name, as agreed
Keys, gate remotes, and mailbox keys prepared
Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors tested
Written notice of any known habitability items disclosed

At Move-In

Walk the unit together and complete the Move-In/Move-Out Inspection Form
Photograph every room, appliance, and existing damage
Review lease terms, rent due date, and late fee policy with tenant
Provide tenant portal login for rent payment and maintenance requests
Provide emergency maintenance contact information
Collect renter's insurance proof, if required by lease

Within the First Week

Confirm tenant received copies of signed lease and disclosures
Log the move-in inspection and photos in the property file
Set a reminder for the next required entry notice, if any inspection is planned