Better tenants. Clearer agreements. Fewer disputes.
For landlords and tenants — what to put in writing, what to verify, and how to keep move-out clean.
What belongs in a rental agreement.
Monthly rent, due date and payment channel
Why it matters: Prevents late payments and disputes.
Deposit amount, refund conditions and timeline
Why it matters: Clarity at exit.
Who pays service charge, utilities and tax
Why it matters: Transparent total cost.
Permitted use — residential / office
Why it matters: Avoids unauthorised use.
Maintenance responsibilities
Why it matters: Small repairs vs capital repairs.
Notice period and renewal terms
Why it matters: Protects both sides' planning.
Dispute resolution method
Why it matters: Mediation and jurisdiction.
Inventory and condition report at move-in / out
Why it matters: Keeps deposit deductions transparent.
Respectfully — but completely.
NID and contact verification
Who verifies: Landlord / agentIncome source and employer confirmation
Who verifies: Salary slip / bank statementReference from previous landlord
Who verifies: Phone call / WhatsAppClear profile — employed / student / family
Who verifies: Supporting documentsCredit / payment history where available
Who verifies: Bank reference
Marketing → screening → agreement → move-in → operations → exit.
- 01
Prepare the unit
Photography, floorplan and rent range.
- 02
Qualified applicants
NID, income, references.
- 03
Agreement
Deposit, utilities, notice.
- 04
Move-in inventory
Condition report with photos.
- 05
Monthly operations
Receipts and a maintenance log.
- 06
Renewal or exit
Notice, final account, deposit refund.
Habits that create disputes.
Advance without contract
Why it matters: Payments without evidence escalate into disputes.
Recommended action: No major payment before a written agreement.
Outstanding utilities
Why it matters: A new tenant can inherit old bills.
Recommended action: Confirm a zero balance before move-in.
Vague service charge
Why it matters: Unspecified fees trigger annual disputes.
Recommended action: Write association fees and any annual increase into the agreement.
Managing a rental from abroad.
Single point of contact
One place for tenant, maintenance and receipts.
Pre-approved repair limits
Fast action on small repairs without back-and-forth.
Monthly statements
Rent, costs and issues in one report.
Keys & access
Safe handovers and logging.
Start with a lease-readiness review.
We review your agreement, inventory and rent range, then recommend specific improvements.
Source note: This guide references publicly available Bangladesh land-service information, planning-related resources, and general market reporting (Ministry of Land, land.gov.bd, ldtax.gov.bd, RAJUK public resources, Banglapedia, REHAB directory, The Daily Star, The Business Standard, Dhaka Tribune, Prothom Alo, Reuters, AP). Requirements, fees and procedures may change. Clients should verify with official authorities and qualified professionals before making decisions.
This page is for general educational guidance only and does not replace legal, tax, engineering, or regulatory advice. Clients should consult qualified professionals before signing, paying, or making property decisions.
Last verified: June 2026