Tenant Onboarding in Trinidad and Tobago

A new tenancy is easier to manage when the paperwork, property condition and expectations are settled before move-in.

Before handing over the keys

Confirm who will occupy the property, when the tenancy starts, how rent is paid and who the tenant should contact when something needs attention.

• Signed lease or tenancy agreement
• Identification and contact details for the approved occupants
• Deposit and first rent payment recorded
• Move-in date and key handover agreed
• Utilities, parking and house rules confirmed

Record the condition of the property

Walk through the property with current photographs or video. Pay attention to appliances, walls, doors, plumbing, locks and anything already marked or damaged. This gives both sides a reference point later.

Make communication simple

Give the tenant one dependable route for reporting maintenance and discussing tenancy matters. Important changes and agreements should be kept in writing.