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Re: security deposit by Joel on July 4, 2015 @00:01

                              
1. Yes. Be detailed but reasonable in your security settlement statement and have it delivered to the ex tenant within the state security return time period

2. Charge accordingly for repairs and cite the lease clause (i like to copy the clause) in the settlement statement with the charge

3. Cleaning is hard to enforce in court, so if it is BEYOND normal wear & tear, have pictures and a detailed cleaning bill in your paperwork if you plan to be able to enforce it

4. Everything is enforceable and unenforceable in court.... it just depends on your judge.

My advice, stay out of court. In the real world, you need to be an adult and try to settle things amicably regardless of what is in the contract.
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Re: security deposit by Grace on July 4, 2015 @09:11 [ Reply ]
Thank you, Elizabeth.

I don't want to charge more than what should be charged and will cite the lease clause with the statement which will be delivered by certified mail.

I have two more questions:
1)can I charge late fee and late charges for each day rent remained unpaid as stated on the lease?
2) should I put one or both tenants' names on the refund check when one already moved out without giving us notice and contact information?
    Re: security deposit by Anonymous on July 4, 2015 @12:18 [ Reply ]
    1) Yes.
    2) Both were on the lease, so so both go on the SD settlement statement and refund check. It is not up to you to decide who gets what portion.

    As soon as you have the settlement ready, even if you have to use estimates, send it to both T's (one letter with both names) at their last known address; use certified mail. If the T's haven't provided a forwarding address, send it to the address they used in the rental. If it is returned to you, keep it unopened just in case they try to take you to court.
      Re: security deposit by Grace on July 4, 2015 @14:14 [ Reply ]
      Thank you so much for your help!

      Should I leave the satellite dish untouched or estimate the cost of having it removed and holes repaired?

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