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Renting? NestDuck has your back.

NestDuck isn't just for homeowners. Track your lease, split rent with roommates, compare market rates, and plan your financial future โ€” whether you're renting for now or forever.

Try It Free

Upload your lease, we handle the rest

Drop in your lease PDF and NestDuck's AI extracts everything โ€” monthly rent, start and end dates, security deposit, landlord contact info, pet policies, and more.

Our anomaly detection flags potential issues with severity levels so you know what to watch out for.

High Rent 25% above comparable units
Medium No early termination clause found
Low Late fee exceeds typical 5% threshold

Know if you're getting a fair deal

NestDuck compares your rent to real market data so you always know where you stand. See comparable rentals nearby, median rent statistics, and 12-month trend forecasts.

  • Comparable rentals within your neighborhood
  • Median rent by bedroom count and property type
  • 12-month historical trends and forecasts
  • Price-per-square-foot analysis

Never miss a lease renewal

Automatic reminders at every milestone so you always have time to negotiate or plan your next move.

90

days before

Research Phase

Start comparing market rates and reviewing lease terms.

60

days before

Negotiate

Armed with data, open renewal discussions with your landlord.

30

days before

Decision Time

Finalize renewal or begin your apartment search.

14

days before

Final Notice

Last chance to sign โ€” don't let it lapse to month-to-month.

In-app notifications Email reminders SMS alerts

Split rent your way

No more awkward conversations. Set up flexible splits โ€” by fixed dollar amounts, percentages, or equal shares โ€” and everyone knows exactly what they owe.

Flexible Split Types

Fixed dollar, percentage-based, or equal share โ€” whatever works for your household.

Roommate Invitations

Invite roommates to NestDuck so everyone sees their share and payment status.

Primary Payer Tracking

Designate who pays the landlord and track reimbursements from each roommate.

Payment Methods

Track payments by method โ€” Venmo, Zelle, bank transfer, or cash.

Track every maintenance request

No more lost emails or forgotten follow-ups. Log requests, attach photos, and track resolution from start to finish.

Photo Documentation

Attach photos when submitting requests. Build a visual record of every issue for your records.

Priority & Category

Tag requests by urgency (emergency, high, normal) and category (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance).

Communication Timeline

Keep a log of every message with your landlord โ€” when you reported, when they responded, what was promised.

Resolution Tracking

Mark requests as pending, in-progress, or resolved. Never lose track of outstanding issues.

Response Time Tracking

See how long your landlord takes to respond and resolve issues. Know your rights.

Move-Out Checklist

Generate a maintenance history report for move-out. Document the condition you've maintained.

Protect your security deposit

Your security deposit is your money. NestDuck helps you track it, save for it, and document everything you need to get it back in full.

Deposit Tracking

See exactly how much you paid and when.

Savings Goal Link

Link to a savings goal for your next deposit.

Return Date

Know when to expect your deposit back.

Move-Out Docs

Store photos and checklists for your records.

Ducky speaks renter

Your AI financial assistant understands renter-specific challenges. Ask Ducky anything about your lease, budget, or homeownership goals.

"What does this lease clause mean?"

Ducky translates legal jargon into plain English so you understand every term before signing.

"Can you help me negotiate a lower rent?"

Get personalized scripts and market data to support your negotiation with your landlord.

"When can I afford to buy a home?"

Ducky models your savings trajectory and tells you when homeownership becomes realistic.

"How should I budget with my rent?"

Personalized 50/30/20 breakdowns that account for rent, utilities, and renter's insurance.

Learn more about Ducky
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Based on your savings rate, you could afford a down payment in 18 months! Want me to set up a plan? ๐Ÿก

Your rent. Your rules.

Join thousands of renters who are taking control of their finances with NestDuck.

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