Using Kaya Yetu

Settling a deposit at move-out, step by step

DODavid Otieno·1 min read
Sunlit living room with a sofa, plants and a balcony door

Move-outs are where most landlord–tenant arguments start. The exit flow puts every number in writing before any money moves.

1. Record the notice

Open the tenant and tap Start exit. Enter the date they leave; the app works out the rent to that day.

2. Walk through the house

Note anything that needs fixing, with a cost. Normal wear is not a deduction.

3. Settle and send the statement

The app shows the deposit, what is deducted and what goes back. Confirm, and the tenant and landlord each get their copy of the exit statement.

The exit statement before it is sent.

Note

The tenant's payment history stays on record after they leave, so your year-end totals stay right.