Checklist for Tenant Move-In After They are Accepted

So the tenant passed your screening and they are still interested in the unit, now what? follow these steps:

1. Obtain a portion of the security deposit (non-refundable) to hold the unit [give receipt]
2. Give copy of lease for review (email or US mail)
3. Suggest (or require) renter's insurance be purchased
4. All pages of lease initialed and last page signed by all adults
5. Inspection sheet fille-out and signed
6. Get tenant's new phone number on premises
7. Give list of move-out charges, maintenance request forms, and any other necessry information (e.g., HOA rules, etc.)
8. Give the keys