We simplify the move-in and move-out process.
We're excited to welcome you to your new home. Please use the checklist below as a guideline for a seamless introduction to your rental property.
We require your first month's rent and security deposit at the lease signing. Your security deposit will be held as collateral throughout the duration of your lease.
We will schedule your official move-in date at the lease signing. If necessary, an inspection will also be scheduled at this time.
All utilities must be placed in your name. To prevent a potential outage, be sure to place accounts under your name as quickly as possible. We recommend calling the utility companies five days before taking occupancy.
All good things must come to an end. While we're sad to see you go, this move-out checklist should prove useful as you prepare to leave your Ballard Realty Property Management rental.
If you wish to leave your residence, you'll need to refer to the terms outlined in your lease. Certain fees may apply if you choose to break your lease. Please be sure to provide written notification of your intent to vacate the premises, respecting the timeline in your lease.
You are responsible for returning your property to rent-ready condition. Rental Cleaning: Your unit must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized, paying special attention to kitchens and bathrooms; vacuum and shampoo carpets, wash windows, and remove all refuse. Landscaping: return outdoor living space to its original condition, including mowing, weeding, and replacing old lightbulbs. Repairs: address any damage from your stay, including patching nail holes, replacing lightbulbs, and painting where necessary.
We will return your security deposit to you as quickly as possible. Any fees, back rent, and repair costs will be deducted from the security deposit. Remember, you cannot use your deposit as your final month's rent.
Not sure if property management is the right fit? We'll help you figure it out. Family-owned, Ballard-based, serving the greater Seattle and Bellevue areas for over 50 years.
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