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Protect yourself from the most common tactics landlords use to keep your money.
Source: National Tenant Rights Surveys
Source: Small Claims Court Data
Varies by State Law
The Tactic: Landlords charge you for carpet fading, minor scuffs, faded paint, or other normal aging that state law says they cannot charge for.
Example: "$300 carpet replacement because it looks worn after 2 years."
The Tactic: Landlords claim repairs cost 3x the market rate. "$500 to repaint a bedroom" when a handyman charges $150.
Example: "$800 for professional cleaning" when you left it spotless.
The Tactic: "You damaged the countertop" when it was chipped before you moved in. Without proof, it's your word vs. theirs.
Example: "$450 charge for broken cabinet hinge that was already loose."
The Tactic: Landlords hope you don't know about your state's refund deadline. If you wait too long to send a demand letter, you lose your leverage.
Example: Waiting 30 days to ask for your deposit (past the dispute window).
The Tactic: In court, landlords show up with receipts and "witnesses" (property managers). You show up with phone photos that could be from anywhere.
Example: Judge dismisses your case because photos have no timestamps or location data.
You've never dealt with landlords before. You don't know the laws, deadlines, or how to protect yourself.
You're juggling work, life, and moving. You don't have time to research laws, track deadlines, or organize evidence.
You know your landlord will fight you on the deposit. They've done it to previous tenants. You need ironclad evidence.
Don't let your landlord keep money that's rightfully yours.
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