One of the most delicate issues between landlord and tenant is the security deposit. Avoid disputes and take clear, legal deductions from the deposit by filling out Nolo's Security Deposit Itemization Form with your tenant when they move in. Detail what's new and what's damaged when a tenant moves in, and have everyone sign the agreement so that expectations are clear on all sides when the tenancy ends.
Lay out the condition of the unit upon the tenant's arrival and set up for a hassle-free move-out inspection in the process with Nolo's Security Deposit Itemization Form.