Higher Security Deposit for Younger Tenants

Higher Security Deposit for Younger Tenants by Jimmy (Illinois) on August 16, 2012 @01:23

In Illinois, there is no maximum amount for a security deposit a landlord can request. However, is there any kind of discrimination law that that prohibits landlords from requesting 2 security deposits for prospective tenants that are 25 years of age and under?

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Re: Higher Security Deposit for Younger Tenants by Anonymous on August 16, 2012 @05:00	[ Reply ]

The market conditions will probably would probably prohibit you from charging a double security deposit. What is normal for your area?

Re: Higher Security Deposit for Younger Tenants by Micah on August 16, 2012 @08:46	[ Reply ]

Repeat after me, It's the lack of rental history and job history that triggers the higher deposit, not their age!

Re: Higher Security Deposit for Younger Tenants by Kathy (II) on August 16, 2012 @12:14	[ Reply ]

Yes there are very strong discrimination laws in most states. you can charge more as the previous poster stated for legal reasons. Age is not one of them.