California Security Deposit Lawyers

Frequently Asked Questions

• 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.
• 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
• 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
• Should I Do A Formal Inspection Before I Move In And Move Out?
  Where a refundable deposit is based upon the condition of the property, it is a good idea (and is often required by state law) for the landlord to provide documentation of the condition of the … more
• How Much Can I Be Required To Put Down For A Security Deposit?
  California Civil Code Section 1950.5(c) allows a landlord to require a security deposit of two times the rent for an unfurnished residence and three times the rent for a furnished residence.