When can a landlord keep a deposit?

When can a landlord keep a deposit?

However, a landlord could still keep the security deposit to cover other things, such as unpaid rent. The landlord must complete a move-in inspection one week before or after the tenant moves in. The landlord must also complete a move-out inspection one week before or after the tenant moves out.

What can I do if my landlord refuses to return my deposit?

If your landlord doesn’t refund the deposit after the seven-day notice, you can sue him in small claims court. If your landlord sends a letter on time saying he is withholding some or all of your deposit, but you think the amount is too high, you can still sue him in small claims court.

Can a landlord keep a deposit if you don’t move in?

If you have paid a security deposit but then decide not to move in, the landlord may be allowed to keep your deposit. You may even have to pay additional money to cover the landlord’s cost of trying to re-rent the unit, or to cover rent if they are unable to find a new tenant.