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Maryland Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist

$19

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.

Start my move-in / move-out inspection checklist — $19

What Maryland law requires

Security deposit cap: 1 month' rent
Md. Code, Real Property § 8-203(b)(1)-(3) · source
Deposit return deadline: 45 days after move-out
Md. Code, Real Property § 8-203(e), (g), (h) · source
Month-to-month termination notice: 60 days
Md. Code, Real Property § 8-402(c)(2)-(4) · source
Pay-or-quit notice (late rent): 10 days
Md. Code, Real Property § 8-401(c)(1)-(2) · source
Late fee guidance: 5% of monthly rent
Md. Code, Real Property § 8-208(d)(3)(i)-(ii) · source

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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The Complete Landlord Pack includes this document plus 5 more for Maryland, with unlimited edits for 12 months.

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