Why should I document my rental's condition at move-in?

About 26% of renters have lost a security deposit, and 41% have had a move-out dispute. A dated, room-by-room report with timestamped photos — shared with your landlord at move-in — is the strongest protection against being charged for damage that existed before you arrived.

Is a move-in condition report required by law?

For landlords in a number of states, yes — several require the landlord to provide a written move-in report within a set number of days, and some allow the tenant to prepare it. Requirements vary by state, so check yours (see the state pages linked from this tool).

Do I need an account or an app?

No. It runs in your phone's browser — no signup, no download, no fee to generate the report. Your names and photos stay on your device; progress autosaves so you can finish the walkthrough later.

Does it work for move-out too?

Yes — switch the report type to Move-Out and document the condition the same way. Comparing dated move-in and move-out reports is how deposit disputes get resolved.

Move-In & Move-Out Condition Report

Timestamped move-in / move-out walkthrough.

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Report typeInspection date

PropertyStreet address *

Start typing and pick your address — city, state, and ZIP fill in automatically.

Unit / apt (optional)City, state, ZIP

Tenant name(s)Landlord / manager

Walk the unit — room by room

Rate each room, note anything already damaged, and photograph it. Photos are timestamped and embed in the report.

Photos

Final detailsVisible mold?Some states require mold disclosure in the move-in report.

Lease end date (optional)Adds a “do your move-out walkthrough” calendar reminder after you generate.Video walkthroughVideos are too large to embed — keep yours, and the report will state it exists.

Overall notes (optional)

Free · No signup. Your names and photos stay on your device — we keep only anonymous stats.

Why it matters

Deposits get disputed

26% of renters have lost a deposit and 41% have had a move-out disagreement. A dated photo record ends most arguments before they start.

Required of landlords in many states

Several states require landlords to provide a written move-in report within a set deadline — and some let the tenant prepare it.

Photos in the PDF

Timestamped photos embed right in the report — not a folder of loose pictures nobody can match to a date.

After move-out, turn the findings into deductions with the Security Deposit Deduction Calculator → — each item prorated by useful life.

Manage properties? When the unit needs turning after move-out, we handle turnkey unit turns →

Questions

Is it really free?

Yes — no signup, no app download, and no fee to generate the report. Just a small credit line at the bottom pointing to our free tools.

Are the photos timestamped?

Yes — each photo is stamped with the date and time it was added, and the stamp prints with the photo in the report.

Do you store my photos or information?

No. Everything stays on your device (progress autosaves locally so you can finish later). We keep only anonymous stats, like how many rooms and photos a report has.

What should I do with the finished report?

Save the PDF, sign it, and email it to the other party the same day — a dated copy in both inboxes is the whole point. Landlords in some states must deliver it within a set deadline — check your state.

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This free tool helps you document property condition and is not legal advice. State requirements vary — confirm yours.