Handling Security Deposits
Landlords must collect, hold, use, and return security deposits in a manner that complies with state law and the terms of their lease or rental agreement.
Security Deposits Limits and Laws By State
Security Deposits Limits and Laws By State
Security Deposits Limits and Laws By State
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Chart: Security Deposit Limits, State-by-State
Learn how much security deposit a landlord can charge in your state.
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Security Deposit Limits and Deadlines in Your State
Learn about your state's laws.
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State Security Deposit Statutes
Here are the statutes that govern a landlord’s collection and return of security deposits.
Collecting and Returning Security Deposits
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Collecting and Returning Security Deposits
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Deducting Cleaning and Repair Costs From a Security Deposit
Landlords may use security deposits to pay for repairs due to damage or excessive filth, but not for ordinary wear and tear.
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Security Deposit Limits and Uses
State rules on security deposit uses and dollar limits
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Protect Your Security Deposit When You Move In
Record the condition of the property to safeguard your security deposit.
Security Deposit Disputes
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Security Deposit Disputes
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Security Deposit Cases in Small Claims Court
Disagreements about whether a landlord properly withheld all or part of a tenant's security deposit account for a large percentage of the landlord-tenant disputes that end up in small claims court. Problems involving security deposits often arise like this: The tenant moves out, making what the tenant
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How Should a Landlord Prepare For Court?
Find details on what you should do if you're a landlord being sued over a security deposit in small claims court.
