If only apartments were rent-to-own. Sadly, they are not, which makes us renters more and more likely to keep looking until we find the place that we do want to keep forever (aka buy).
As we move on and move out, we look at the light at the end of the tunnel. You know, that crisp newly-written check–the return of our security deposits. Since it’s money we “spent” years ago, it’s like the holidays have come early (at least for those of us who have forgotten about the security deposit in its entirety).
But how do you make sure that you’re getting all of the money you’re entitled to? With the help of this wonderful article from The Life Hackery called “How to Get Your Security Deposit Back.”
With only six simple steps, this guide will help you do your best to get the full amount you deserve upon moving out. This is especially helpful if your landlord is a scumbag. The key here is documentation, documentation, documentation. Move-in inspections, move-out inspections, taking pictures of damages and getting copies of the cleaning and repair bills from your landlord are all necessary to getting you a bigger check.
The post also has helpful links with details about state regulations regarding issues like the amount of time in which your deposit must be returned to you.
To study up, click here for the full article.
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