Rent‑Back (Use & Occupancy) — Template & Checklist

If seller needs to stay after closing, use a short addendum to outline terms.

Template (run by your attorney)

• Use & Occupancy from closing to [date/time] at $[amount]/day.
• Deposit $[amount] held by escrowee; refundable if property returned in substantially same condition.
• Seller maintains utilities/insurance until surrender.
• Keys/garage remotes transferred at [handoff time].

Checklist

• Exact move‑out date/time
• Daily rate & deposit
• Damage/cleaning expectations
• Access for buyer (walk‑through)