CHECK-OUT

A check-out  report is conducted once a tenant vacates a property. It provides a detailed record of the property's condition, including fixtures, fittings, and overall cleanliness, and compares these directly against the original inventory.

This report plays a vital role in deposit deductions, assessing fair wear and tear, resolving disputes and ensuring end-of-tenancy compliance
 

During the check-out inspection, the property’s condition and cleanliness are carefully assessed and compared with the standards recorded at check-in. Any differences are documented and included in a report, which is then provided to the agent or landlord.

It is essential to have a comprehensive Inventory Schedule of Condition (check-in report) at the start of the tenancy. At the end of the tenancy, tenants are expected to return the property in the same condition and level of cleanliness as originally recorded.

If any discrepancies are identified that go beyond fair wear and tear, the landlord may seek to recover costs for repairs, replacements, or additional cleaning from the tenant’s deposit.

The final assessment takes into account the original inventory, the duration of the tenancy, and the nature of occupancy when determining what constitutes fair wear and tear.