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Florida Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist

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A room-by-room condition record signed by landlord and tenant at move-in, then reused at move-out — the single best protection against a disputed security deposit deduction.

Core state figures — deposit caps, notice periods, entry rules — independently verified by a licensed U.S. attorney.

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What Florida law requires

Security deposit cap: Florida law does not cap the amount a landlord may collect as a security deposit statewide (1-2 months' rent is common in practice), though some local ordinances may impose limits — verify for your specific city/county.
Fla. Stat. § 83.49 · source
Deposit return deadline: 15 days (up to 30 if withholding)
Fla. Stat. § 83.49 · source
Month-to-month termination notice: 30 days
Fla. Stat. § 83.57 · source
Pay-or-quit notice (late rent): 3 days
Fla. Stat. § 83.56(3) · source
Landlord entry notice: 1 day
Fla. Stat. § 83.53 · source
Late fee guidance: 10% of monthly rent
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Frequently asked questions

Is a move-in checklist legally required?

Some states require a written condition statement before a deposit is collected; in every state it's strong evidence if a deposit deduction is ever disputed.

Do I need to fill this out again at move-out?

Yes — compare the same rooms against the same checklist so any new damage is clear. Bundle purchasers can re-edit this document within their 12-month window.

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