Name: _____________ Room #: ___ Move-In Date: ______
Monthly Rent: $_______ Security Dep.: $________ Total Received: $_______
1. Before Housemate Arrives
[ ] Room has been cleaned
[ ] Floor vacuumed / mopped
[ ] Bed made with clean linens
[ ] Pillow provided
[ ] Dresser drawers emptied
[ ] Closet space emptied
[ ] Trash removed
[ ] Light bulbs working
[ ] Ceiling fan / lamp working
[ ] Bedroom door lock working
[ ] Smoke detector checked, if applicable
[ ] Window coverings in place
[ ] Room smells clean and fresh
[ ] Any personal items removed from room
Notes:
2. Documents Completed
[ ] Rental Application completed
[ ] Photo ID reviewed
[ ] Legal name verified against ID
[ ] Background check completed
[ ] Credit / eviction check completed, if used
[ ] Income verified
[ ] Current employment verified
[ ] Previous employment reviewed, if needed
[ ] Rental references checked, if applicable
[ ] Room Rental Agreement signed
[ ] House Etiquette Guidelines reviewed
[ ] House Etiquette Guidelines signed
[ ] Housemate received copies of signed documents
3. Move-In Funds Collected
[ ] First month’s rent received
[ ] Security deposit received
[ ] Any prorated rent received, if applicable
[ ] Payment method confirmed
[ ] Receipt provided to Housemate
Payment Method:
[ ] Cash
[ ] Cashier’s Check
[ ] Money Order
[ ] Other: ___________________________
Receipt #: ________
4. Access and Security
[ ] Bedroom key issued
[ ] House entry code provided
[ ] Housemate instructed not to share entry code
[ ] Housemate shown how to lock and unlock entry door
[ ] Wi-Fi name and password provided
[ ] Emergency contact information provided to Housemate
[ ] Housemate emergency contact information confirmed
Bedroom Key Issued: [ ] Yes [ ] No
Door Code Given: [ ] Yes [ ] No
5. House Tour Completed
Kitchen
[ ] Cabinet space assigned
[ ] Refrigerator space assigned
[ ] Food-sharing rule explained
[ ] Dishes / pots / pans rules explained
[ ] Cutting board rule explained
[ ] Stove / oven cleanup explained
[ ] Microwave cover / cleanup rule explained
[ ] Coffee maker use explained
Bathroom
[ ] Bathroom assigned or shared bathroom explained
[ ] Toilet-cleaning expectations explained
[ ] Bath mat / trash responsibilities explained
[ ] Personal item storage explained
Laundry
[ ] Washer and dryer use explained
[ ] Laundry detergent policy explained
[ ] Dryer lint trap rule explained
[ ] Rule about promptly removing clothes explained
Parking
[ ] Parking space assigned
[ ] Guest parking explained
[ ] Rule against blocking vehicles explained
Mail and Packages
[ ] Mail procedure explained
[ ] Package delivery procedure explained
[ ] Rule against opening or moving other people’s mail explained
Trash
[ ] Trash location shown
[ ] Trash pickup day explained
[ ] Kitchen trash responsibility explained
Thermostat and Utilities
[ ] Thermostat policy explained
[ ] Lights / fans / TV usage expectations explained
[ ] Appliance restrictions explained
Outdoor Areas
[ ] Patio / backyard use explained
[ ] Smoking / vaping area explained, if applicable
[ ] BBQ use explained, if applicable
6. Introductions
[ ] Other Housemates notified of new Housemate’s first name
[ ] New Housemate introduced to current Housemates who were home
[ ] New Housemate given first names of current Housemates
Notes:
7. Room Condition at Move-In
Condition of room at move-in:
[ ] Excellent
[ ] Good
[ ] Fair
[ ] Needs attention
Items noted before move-in:
[ ] Photos taken before move-in
[ ] Housemate had opportunity to note room condition
8. Final Review With Housemate
[ ] Rent due date reviewed
[ ] Late fee reviewed
[ ] Quiet time reviewed
[ ] Visitor hours reviewed
[ ] Overnight guest policy reviewed
[ ] Smoking / vaping policy reviewed
[ ] Pet policy reviewed
[ ] Bedroom cleanliness expectations reviewed
[ ] Rule violation process explained
[ ] Who to contact for repairs or problems explained
9. Acknowledgment
I acknowledge that I have received access information, reviewed the House Etiquette Guidelines, received copies of required documents, and completed the move-in process.
Housemate Signature: _______________ Date: _________
Landlord Signature: _________________ Date: _________
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