landlord refuses to give back my security deposit
2006-07-31 06:22:53 · 9 answers · asked by Kenneth M 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
just go to your local courthouse ..
2006-07-31 06:27:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Most states have a small claims division of the court to handle such matters. If the landlord has not refunded the security deposit with 60 days of your vacating, then you may be able to file a claim. Just go down to the courthouse and they will help you. It's easy. It takes about an hour to file the claim if they make you write out your entire complaint.
Good Luck.
2006-07-31 13:26:52 · answer #2 · answered by rightonrighton 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Small claims court. If the amount is very small however, the fees associated with filing here may be more than that amount. And, decisions are notoriously hard to enforce, but at least them you will have a judgment against them.
Also try your government's housing protection people. If a landlord is refusing to return deposits and won't give reason, ask them what you should do.
Good luck to you. : )
2006-07-31 13:27:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depnds on what state your in. But generally the landlord is allowed to recover money for damages and anything more than fair wear and tear. If you think you were treated unfairly you will need an accounting and reciepts of all work done and the landlord is required under the law to provide them. A small claim will not likely be successful, but arbitration by your local housing authority may work.
2006-07-31 13:30:11 · answer #4 · answered by Kim B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends what state you live in abd what the laws are, in Wisconsin the landlord has 21 days to give written notice and if they don't they have to give the tenant back double security. Also I've found that filing a complaint with consumer protection helps. A land lady I had kept my deposit and then when I filed a complaint with consumer protection she told them that she tried to give it back and I refused it,as if. They got it back for me though. Good Luck.
2006-07-31 17:50:47 · answer #5 · answered by jussmessin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A trip to your county "clerk of courts" office is in order. they will have a simple form to fill out and will want a small filing fee. Follow through and they will schedule a hearing. The whole process is very simple, but the hearing in court may be another matter. Make sure you have all supporting documents and prepare your arguements in advance. It also pays to rehearse anticipated arguments that may be presented by your landlord.
Good luck with your situation.
2006-08-02 18:42:43 · answer #6 · answered by exbuilder 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local town clerk and ask about filing a small claims suit.
2006-07-31 13:25:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell this person to put it in writing WHY NOT.. Then depending on the answer go to small claims court.
2006-07-31 13:26:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
did you know that he is suppose to give you the interest as well but you can take him to the landlord and tenant act and they will help you with the case with your landlord.... i think thats the right site
2006-07-31 14:07:36 · answer #9 · answered by wounderwoman44 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋