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Security Deposit Question

On May 25th, I gave my landlord notice that I was moving out by May 31 because I was scared for my life. I had a young guy try to break into my house and I spotted him again around my house two days later. On June 1st, my landlord and I did a walk through of the property and I gave her the keys back. She said everything was ok, but that she was going to take my security deposit for June's rent. However, on June 9th I went by the house to pick up mail, and found out she had re-rented the property. Am I entitled to some of my security deposit back?


Asked on 6/13/08, 1:09 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert L. Bennett Law offices of Robert L. Bennett

Re: Security Deposit Question

Yes.

You are entitled to all of it, minus 1/30 for each day vacant (assuming no damage and that you were not behind in the rent.

If your money is not returned promptly (he does have 21 days), I would suggest retaining a lawyer to write him a strong letter. This works more often than not.

Good luck!

Please feel free to e-mail my office, if you need more help.

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Answered on 6/13/08, 2:42 pm


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