Every state allows a property owner to require a security deposit with the understanding that the property owner will return the deposit when the tenant leaves the property in the condition they found ...

A: “Normal wear and tear” (or “ordinary wear and tear”) refers to deterioration in the condition of the landlord’s property that is to be reasonably expected from “normal” use. Many leases require the ...

I’ve had disputes with my landlord in the past over “normal wear and tear.” But what exactly is the difference betweennormal wear and tearand actualdamageto a rental unit? July and August are busy ...

Every state allows a property owner to require a security deposit with the understanding that the property owner will return the deposit when the tenant leaves the property in the condition they found ...

Any of the above may be considered damage beyond normal wear and tear caused by a tenant who lives aggressively and a property owner may keep the security deposit to pay for repairs. Avoiding damage ...