isn't there a law on this in the real estate business.
2007-07-17 10:35:02 · 7 answers · asked by Paul S 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
That depends on what state you are in. California is 21 days from the date you vacate and the landlord has to give you an itemized list of any deductions made, and the tenant can actually ask for proof (paid receipts) that the work was actually done. I had one crooked landlord who tried to charge me for all sorts of things beyond normal wear and tear, including new carpet. I took her to court and it turned out that she confessed that she had taken the carpet out and installed hardwood floors..I got my deposit PLUS $600.00 for "bad faith" retention. NEVER move out without videotaping or taking photos with a date stamp on them. This can come in very handy.
2007-07-17 11:05:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every state is different, but the standard is 30 days from the date you moved out.
This is a good thing to watch...my state is very serious about getting deposits back and if the landlord doesn't do it in a timely manner, the law here allows for a tenant to get TRIPLE their deposit back.
2007-07-17 18:17:50 · answer #2 · answered by Expert8675309 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Statutes on returns of deposits (or statements of charges against deposit) vary from state to state. My state happens to be twenty one days, and others are 30, with exceptions which extend to 45 days.
Check your state statute on such regulations.
2007-07-17 17:38:26 · answer #3 · answered by acermill 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
renter's laws vary not only from state to state but city to city.
In my city in california, the owner has 14 "business" days to return your deposit with a written disposition for what you were charged.
check your local renter ordinances. also in the white pages there should be Renter Advocates or Renter Assistance...call them - they will have the answer.
good luck
2007-07-17 17:43:41 · answer #4 · answered by Blue October 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It should be in the rental contract. It can take up to a month. If they believe they need the carpets cleaned, they have the right to a "bid", and then settle with your AFTER all deemed work is done. Some take more time than others. Call and ask them what their policy is.
2007-07-17 17:40:08 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
They have 21 days in CA, that gives time to make sure the water bill was paid and that no damamge was missed during the walk thru.
2007-07-17 17:44:57 · answer #6 · answered by Landlord 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
usually 30. it depends on your state law.
2007-07-17 17:42:47 · answer #7 · answered by Laila C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋