Frequently Asked Questions

• Are Security Deposits Required?
  In most states, a landlord has the option of requiring a security deposit.  Most landlords choose to require a security deposit in order to help ensure that the tenant takes care of the rental … more
• What States Do Not Require A Landlord To Return A Tenant's Security Deposit Within A Set Period Of Time?
  Neither Tennessee or West Virginia have a law that requires a landlord to return a tenant's security deposit within a set time period.
• My Landlord Is Keeping A Portion Of My Security Deposit For "wear And Tear." Can The Landlord Do This?
  A landlord normally may not withhold all or part of the deposit for the replacement or repair of items within the unit due to "normal wear and tear."  There is no precise definition … more