First & last months rent?

Question

When someone moves into an apartment and they give the owners first and last months rent...do you ever get that money back? Do you get it back when you move out? Im a first time renter, so I really don't know how this stuff works.

Answer 1

the last months rent covers ant damage to the room that is not normal wear you get it back after you move as long as ni damage and you compleated your lease

Answer 2

Most states govern deposit.......very specific......In AZ, at least, landlords CANNOT collect "last month's rent" at move in.....1st month + deposit is it.......at no time can a landlord use the deposit for last month's rent....nor would they, in the event a tenant damages the property.....further, each state specifically states WHEN a deposit (or disposition) must be returned.....in AZ, 14 days...some states a little longer....

DOCUMENT EVERYTHING at move-in and have your landlord sign it.....at move out, do it again.....otherwise you might be charged for something small, but costs $200 to replace....

During the lease, make all requests in writing and keep copies.

Answer 3

It's exactly what it is. You pay the first month. If your lease is up in lets say May 1st. you do not have to pay for April rent if you are not renewing your lease. Did you also have to pay a security deposit? That you should get back if the apartment is in good order with no damages.

Answer 4

No you should of not payed your first mouths rent if your land Lord took it and when you move out the last mouth will be free.

Answer 5

Yes, but document every imperfection in that place when you move in. Do the same when you move out. When you are preparing to move out, notify your landlord in writing that you are expecting your deposit back. Some landlords think that the deposit is theirs to keep. That is not the case. You can sue to get it back if need be.