Borrowed & Lent Items Tracker | Stop Forgetting, Get Your Things Back

"Who has my book?" "Did I lend that to Sarah or Mike?" "How long has my roommate had my charger?"

If you've ever lost track of who borrowed something... or felt awkward asking for your things back... or bought a replacement for something you already own (but can't find because someone borrowed it)... this tracker is for you.

The Problem with Lending Items

Lending items to roommates, family, or friends is common. Remembering who has what—and for how long—is not.

Without a tracking system, people:

• Forget who borrowed an item (was it my roommate or my friend?)
• Lose track of when it was lent (has it been weeks or months?)
• Delay asking for items back (feels awkward without proof)
• Replace items they already own (because they can't remember who has it)
• Lose belongings for good (forgotten = gone forever)

Small lapses add up to unnecessary cost and frustration.

The Solution: Document Every Loan

The Borrowed & Lent Items Tracker provides a simple, centralized system to document shared items—so nothing is forgotten and conversations stay stress-free.

Instead of relying on memory, you create clarity by recording the item, the person who has it, the date it was lent, and the expected return date.

Overdue items are highlighted automatically, prompting timely, respectful follow-ups.

What's Included:

1. Editable Item Tracker

• A clean, reusable log for borrowed and lent items
• Track item name, description, and condition
• Record who borrowed it and when
• Set expected return dates
• Works for roommates, families, and shared households

2. Automatic Overdue Highlighting

• Quickly identify items that haven't been returned
• Visual alerts for overdue items
• Know exactly when to follow up
• Remove awkwardness with clear documentation
• No more guessing or uncomfortable conversations

3. Summary View

• See immediately what's currently out
• Track both items you've lent and items you've borrowed
• Filter by person or item type
• Know exactly what needs to be returned
• Stay organized across all your belongings

4. Clear Instructions

• Start using the tracker in minutes
• Simple setup, no learning curve
• Works for any type of item
• Customizable for your needs

Perfect For:

Roommates sharing household items, Families lending tools and equipment, Shared households with multiple people, Anyone who lends or borrows items regularly, People tired of losing track of their belongings

How It Saves Your Belongings:

Without the tracker:
Lend book to roommate, Forget about it, 6 months later realize it's gone, Can't remember who has it, Buy replacement for $25

With the tracker:

January 10: Lend book to roommate Sarah. Log: Item = "Marketing textbook", Person = "Sarah", Expected return = Jan 31.

February 1: Tracker highlights overdue. Text Sarah: "Hey! Just checking on that marketing book when you get a chance." She returns it next day.

March 5: Borrow drill from neighbor Mike. Log it. Return on time. Good relationship maintained.

The difference? Documentation prevents loss and awkwardness.

Why This Works:

Prevents lost items, Reduces awkward reminders (you have proof), Saves replacement costs, Works for roommates and families alike, Takes seconds to maintain (1-2 minutes per entry), Small pain point with high daily relevance

How to Use:

Step 1: Open the tracker using the access link below
Step 2: Make your own editable copy
Step 3: Log items immediately when lending or borrowing
Step 4: Review highlighted items periodically
Step 5: Mark items as returned once received

Time required: 1-2 minutes per entry

What Makes This Different:

Unlike trying to remember who has what, this tracker provides a simple system that removes the awkwardness from asking for your things back. You have documentation, so follow-ups are factual, not accusatory.

Stop forgetting. Avoid awkwardness. Get your things back.

Digital download delivered instantly. Fully editable Google Sheets. Works for any household. No shipping required.