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Free US rental readiness checker for landlords, renters and property managers

Answer a few questions about the rental, its condition, records, utilities and move-in preparation. You’ll receive a checklist showing what appears complete and what may need attention.

This is general US preparation guidance. Requirements vary by state, city and property type, so check local guidance before making decisions.

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US wordingZIP code, renter, lease, property manager and move-in language.
Move-in checklistCondition, access, utilities, records and safety prompts.
General guidanceRules vary by state, city, county and building type.

This pathway is focused on US rental preparation. Looking for UK guidance? Go to the UK pathway.

Complete the checker to see your readiness score.

Your US rental readiness score

Your score is based only on the answers you provided. It is a preparation guide and does not confirm legal compliance.

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Confirm what you want to do next. Your option is selected. Review the details below, then submit your request.

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Reminder dates

Where you entered dates, LettingReady can include general review reminders in your request.

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The items from your checklist are preselected. Remove anything you do not want included.

This request will use the free profile details entered at the start.

Free US readiness checker

What is the US rental readiness checker?

The checker turns US rental preparation into a simple checklist before signing, move-in or follow-up checks.

It asks about property condition, lease records, access, keys, utilities, appliances, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, local requirements and move-in documentation.

LettingReady provides general rental preparation guidance, not legal advice. Requirements vary by state, city and property type. Check current local guidance or speak to a qualified professional before making legal, housing, safety or compliance decisions.

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US preparation checklists

Use these US-specific starter checklists alongside the readiness checker.

US rental documents and checks before leasingOrganize lease-related documents, property records and move-in checks before a renter moves in.US renter move-in checklistReview condition, cleanliness, access, utilities and records before or during move-in.US landlord rental readiness checklistPrepare a rental before a new renter moves in.US rental property condition checklistRecord property condition with photos and written notes.

More US rental preparation guides

These general US guides target common renter, landlord and property manager preparation questions.

What should renters check before signing a lease?Questions, condition checks and records to review before signing. What should landlords prepare before a renter moves in?Property, access, records and move-in communication preparation. US rental inspection checklist before move-inRoom-by-room practical inspection checklist for move-in. US apartment move-in checklist for rentersApartment access, utilities, records and building rules. US landlord property turnover checklistCleaning, repairs, access and preparation between renters. US rental application and lease preparation checklistApplication, lease and move-in information to organize. US security deposit and move-in records checklistPayment records, photos and written condition notes.

Important US note

LettingReady provides general rental preparation guidance, not legal advice. Requirements vary by state, city and property type. Check current local guidance or speak to a qualified professional before making legal, housing, safety or compliance decisions.