Legal Question in Real Estate Law in California
Rental security deposits
I would like to know if rental security deposits accrue interest in California? If so, what is the current rate?
Asked on 12/12/99, 7:46 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Lyle Johnson
Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law
Re: Rental security deposits
There is no requirement that interest be paid on security deposits. However, if the landlord puts the security deposit into an interest bearing account the tenant owns the interest.
Answered on 12/14/99, 1:42 am