> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.tenantum.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quickstart

> Set up Tenantum in minutes and start managing your properties efficiently.

## Get Started in 3 Simple Steps

Add your property, create a unit, onboard tenants with leases, and start recording rent payments—all in one flow.

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### Step 1: Create Your Property & Unit

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="house" title="Add Your First Property" defaultOpen>
    * Go to **Properties → Add Property**
    * Enter **property name**, **address**, and select type (**Commercial** or **Residential**)
    * Upload property photos (optional)
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="building" title="Create a Unit" defaultOpen>
    * After adding a property, create a **unit**:
      * **Unit Name/Number** (e.g., A-101)
      * **Unit Size** (e.g., 1200 sq ft)
      * If **Commercial**: confirm type (Shop, Office, etc.)
      * If **Residential**: add **Bedrooms** and **Bathrooms** count
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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### Step 2: Add Tenant & Lease in One Form

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="id-card" title="Tenant Information" defaultOpen>
    * Go to **Tenants → Add Tenant**
    * Enter tenant’s **name, email, and phone**
    * Add **co-tenants** (if any) in the same form
    * (Optional) Enable **Tenant Portal Access** for tenants with emails
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="file-contract" title="Lease Details" defaultOpen>
    * On the same form, add **lease details**:
      * **Lease Start and End Dates**
      * **Rent Amount** and **Payment Frequency** (e.g., monthly)
      * **Security Deposit** (if applicable)
    * Confirm to create the tenant + lease in one step.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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### Step 3: Record Payments & Use Tenant Portal

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="money-bill" title="Record Payments" defaultOpen>
    * Navigate to **Invoices → Record Payment**
    * Select tenant, enter payment details, and choose payment method (Cash, Bank etc.)
    * Save—tenant balance updates instantly.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="user" title="Tenant Portal Access" defaultOpen>
    * Tenants with emails can access their portal to:
      * View lease and rent details
      * Submit **payment receipts** for approval (manual verification by landlord)
      * Request maintenance
    * Landlords can also record payments manually anytime.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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## 🎉 You’re Ready!

<Note>
  💡 **Tip:** Adding a property, creating a unit, and onboarding a tenant with a
  lease can all be done in under 5 minutes.
</Note>