Moving into a rental unit is not only about collecting keys. Tenants should confirm total upfront cost, agreement terms, stamping, handover condition, utilities and inventory before paying or moving furniture in.
Confirm total upfront cost
Use PropGo's rental booking calculator to estimate deposits, agency fee, SST where relevant and first-month cash needs. Then separately confirm tenancy stamp duty and who is responsible for arranging payment.
For agreement-related cost checks, PropGo's tenancy stamp duty calculator helps tenants and landlords estimate the stamping cost.
Document the handover
Take timestamped photos and videos of walls, flooring, appliances, air-conditioning, keys, access cards, meters and furniture. List defects in writing before move-in, not only when moving out.
Read clauses on renewal, early termination, repair responsibility, utility transfer, access by landlord, forfeiture, cleaning, minor repairs and deposit refund timeline.
FAQ
How much cash should tenants prepare before moving in?
It depends on rent and deal terms, but tenants commonly need deposits, first month rent, agreement/stamping costs and moving or utility setup costs.
Should tenants photograph the unit?
Yes. Handover photos protect both tenant and landlord by recording condition at move-in.