It is a good idea for anyone renting to make a move in checklist. What you want to do is make a checklist of everything that is in the apartment and the condition it is in. If there is a small stain on the carpet, make sure to note it. I would also advise take photos and print them out with the date taken right on the photo. This way you are covered when you are ready to move out. If something was broken when you moved in, mark it on the checklist and inform the landlord. Also, it is a good idea to go over the checklist with the landlord and both of you sign and date it. This way nothing can come back on you that you haven't done. I would also suggest that you request a move-out inspection several days before vacating the premises and ask what you can do to get as much of your deposit back as possible. Dated photographs or videos of move-in and move-out conditions are also recommended.