Column · Apartment-hunting tips · No.118

When should you report scratches or stains found at move-in?

How soon to report scratches and stains found at move-in, how to photograph them, and how to avoid move-out disputes.

Check before signing

When should you report scratches or stains found at move-in? can affect daily life after moving in, so it is better to confirm it before or immediately after contract signing.

Small practical rules often matter more after you start living there.

Ask the management company

Rules differ by building and management company. Confirm fees, deadlines, procedures, and who to contact if something is unclear.

Keep important answers in writing when possible.

Prevent move-in trouble

Photos, written records, and early communication help prevent misunderstandings at move-in and move-out.

Do not wait until a small issue becomes a dispute.

Summary

A smooth move-in depends on small preparations as much as the contract itself.

StandUp can help check these practical points before move-in.

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