Security Deposits
Can My Landlord Make Me Pay To Replace The Carpet?
Landlords become vengeful Aladdins when they suspect that tenants have diminished the magic of the wall-to-wall carpet.
Grand Theft Security Deposit Again?
Landlords steal hundreds of millions of dollars in security deposits from tenants every year, aided and abetted by our so-called representatives who will not cross their real estate industry/landlord masters.
“What Lie Can We Get Away With This Month?”
If landlords know they can lie to their tenants and the court about retaining a security deposit and only get a slap on the wrist, why wouldn’t they lie?
Can My Landlord Keep My Deposit Because He Wants To Replace The Range Hood?
California state law governs the collection and return of security deposits. It applies to all California tenancies from Weed to Chula Vista, even San Jose.
Do I Have To Give My Landlord My Pot Rack?
The landlord’s rationale to steal your pot rack has been employed by the rich and powerful and two-year-olds for eons–I want it, so now it’s mine and here’s a rule I just made up to justify my keeping it.
Can My Landlord Hang On To My Deposit For Utility Bills?
Civil Code § 1950.5, the statute dealing with the collection and refund of security deposits, does not allow deductions for utility bills.
Are There Penalties For A Late Security Deposit Interest Payment?
There is no penalty for late payment of security deposit interest in San Francisco.
How Do I Figure Out The Interest My Landlord Owes Me For My Deposit?
Use the San Francisco Security Deposit Interest/Rent Board Fee Calculator to figure your interest and Rent Board fees and remind the landlord that she owes you.
This Is Why You Take Photographs At Move In
Since she refused to do a walk thru, can we be held liable for the damages that were existing when we moved in? We took pictures of everything right after we moved in and they are date imprinted.