Checklist for First-Time Landlords: What You Need Before Renting Out Your Flat

First time renting out a flat?

It’s completely normal to have a thousand questions:

• What documents do I need?

• How do I set the rental price?

• What if something goes wrong?

Here’s the good news: you don’t need to know everything.
You just need to get the basics right—and have support from people who know what they’re doing.

This is your clear, simple checklist to get started on the right foot:

Basic Documents

• Property deed or an updated land registry extract

• DNI or NIE of the property owner

• Energy efficiency certificate (required to publish listings)

• Most recent utility bill receipts

• Cadastral reference of the property

Property Condition

• Check plugs, faucets, blinds, and appliances

• Deep cleaning before photos or viewings

• Fresh paint if there are stains or visible wear

• Inventory list if furnished (with photos and item descriptions)

Note: You don’t need a full renovation.
Small updates can make a big difference.

Setting the rent price

• Research the average rent for similar flats in your area

• Clarify what’s included (building fees, water, Wi-Fi, etc.)

• Decide if it’s long-term, seasonal, or tourist rental

Not sure how much to charge?
We’ll help you calculate it with real, updated figures.

Legal & Contracts

• A rental contract adapted to your rental type

• Clear clauses about duration, non-payment, visits, etc.

• Register the contract, if required for your rental type

• Legal review of the tenant’s documents and references

Extra protection

• Rent default insurance

• Home insurance with rental coverage

• A plan in place in case something goes wrong
  (We’ve got this covered if you work with us.)

Support

• Will you manage the flat yourself or work with a professional agency?

• Do you have time to deal with issues, paperwork, and follow-ups?

If you'd rather feel at ease and leave it to experts—we’re here to help.

Ready to rent your flat without complications?

We’ll walk you through every step on this checklist.
We handle the contract, the tenant, the insurance…
You just collect rent.