What is an inventory?
An inventory is the itemisation of your property and its condition.
Every landlord should have an inventory for each property.
Why ?
Because this outlines not only what is in the property, but also what condition it is in.
The property is unfurnished - do I still need an inventory ?
Yes, because the inventory will also point out the condition of the walls, curtains, carpets, bathroom, kitchen appliances, garden and the property as it stands.
The trouble is that many landlords believe that if their property is unfurnished, then they do not need an inventory, because there is very little that can be stolen, broken or damaged.
However, just think about your beautiful magnolia walls being painted pink and purple, the tenant leaves them in that state and claims they were like it when they moved in.
Or the double glazed door has a large crack in it, how do you prove it was sound when the tenants moved in?
The inventory is an invaluable tool in insuring that your property is returned to you in the same condition that it was handed over.
We reccommend that all landlords have one, it might be extra expense in the beginning but will save you time and money in the long run.
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