Home handover checklist
Check inspections, meter readings, keys and deposit arrangements, and take a checklist with you.
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Final inspection: hand over your rented home with clear evidence
Prepare preliminary inspection, repair points, photographs and key receipts to reduce uncertainty about departure condition.
Giving notice: prepare the end of your tenancy
Check the tenancy type, payment period, final date and proof of receipt before organising departure.
Getting your deposit back when the tenancy ends
Document the end date, property condition and key handover and request a supported deposit settlement.
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The tool’s method and design were developed by the editorial team. These official sources explain the legal conditions and limitations.
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- Het Juridisch LoketJuridisch Loket — handing over accommodationjuridischloket.nl
- RijksoverheidRijksoverheid — alterations and renovationrijksoverheid.nl
- RijksoverheidRijksoverheid — maintenance costsrijksoverheid.nl
- RijksoverheidRijksoverheid — deposit after terminationrijksoverheid.nl
The links open the original publications, usually in Dutch.
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