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New Landlord Document Checklist

The lease, move-in and deposit documents for a first tenancy.

Who this is for: Before advertising a unit and signing your first tenant.

Every document is included with a LeaseCraft membership ($2.99/month or $19.99/year).

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Every document is included with a LeaseCraft membership ($2.99/month or $19.99/year).

Step 1: Residential Lease Agreement

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Step 2: Move-In Inspection Checklist

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Step 3: Security Deposit Receipt

Required
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Step 4: Pet Addendum

If pets allowed Optional
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Frequently Asked Questions

At minimum, use the residential lease, move-in checklist, and security deposit receipt. Add the pet addendum only if pets are allowed.

Yes. Downloads come with a LeaseCraft membership ($2.99/month or $19.99/year). You can preview any document free before you join. Renews monthly at $2.99/month unless canceled. Renews annually at $19.99/year unless canceled. Cancel any time; access runs to the end of the billing period you paid for.

Yes — select your property state in each wizard so deposit and disclosure language matches local rules where coded.

Related resources

Late rent calculator Deposit data by state State lease hub Free CSV downloads

Disclaimer: LeaseCraft provides document templates and educational resources, not legal advice. Laws vary by state and locality. Consult a licensed attorney for complex situations. Not reviewed by a licensed attorney unless explicitly stated on a specific page.

Checklist Summary

  • 4 documents total
  • 3 required
  • 1 optional

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