Do photos need timestamps printed on them?

Not necessarily. Preserve original file metadata and record the date/context separately where appropriate.

Should every tiny mark be photographed?

Focus on material condition while keeping enough context for comparison.

What if the move-in photos were taken late?

Record the true date and do not label them as earlier than they were.

Can I photograph areas I am not allowed to enter?

No. Only gather records from areas you are lawfully entitled to access.

Rental Move-In & Move-Out Photo Record

Build a clear move-in and move-out photo record

Photograph each room systematically at move-in and move-out using wide, medium and close views, then link the images to the condition report and any repair history. Preserve the original files and record dates.

General information only — not legal advice · Reviewed 3 October 2026

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Use the same room order

Work through the property in a consistent sequence so move-in and move-out sets can be compared.

Use wide, medium and close views

Capture room context, specific surfaces and close detail only where needed.

Link photos to the condition report

Reference room/item labels rather than leaving images in an unstructured camera roll.

Preserve dates and originals

Keep original files and avoid filters or edits that alter condition.

Practical record

Room/item	Move-in record	Move-out record	Repair/history note
Living room wall	Photo IN-12	Photo OUT-09	Patch repair documented 8 August
Kitchen bench	Photo IN-24	Photo OUT-21	No repair record

Synthetic example only.

Official starting sources

Brazil

Use these as authoritative starting points. The selected state, province, region, court, regulator or issuing authority may require an additional official source before relying on a deadline, filing route, monetary limit or remedy.

Brazilian courts directoryConselho Nacional de Justiça

Important limitation

A photo record documents condition; it does not decide who is legally responsible for damage, cleaning or deductions.

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