Depends, if they can legally prove that you did the damage then yes. However if they are just asking for money and haven't provided a list of how your deposit was spent and why they need more then their just trying to scam you. They also have to request it within a certain amount of time. Generally 30 days how it may vary depending on your state. You can check using the link in the "sources and related links" down below.
Its generally a good idea to take pictures before you leave an apartment and when you first get there. I would take care however, if the landlord is likely to cause problems during rental application check even if its not a legit charge.
Yes, a landlord in Connecticut can charge first, last, and a security deposit to renter.
In a situation like this, this depends on what the lease says the landlord can deduct from the security deposit. Most landlords will charge a fee for cleaning the unit after the tenant leaves, unless the unit is cleaned by the tenant, to the satisfaction of landlord.
That depends on the laws of the state. In Massachusetts, a pet deposit is a security deposit, and the total security deposit cannot be more than one month's rent.
Yes, a landlord can charge for damages caused by a cat if they are beyond normal wear and tear. This can include scratches on furniture, soiled carpets, or other types of damage. The cost of repairs or cleaning can be deducted from the security deposit.
In most states you cannot charge a security deposit higher than the amount of one month's rent. But I don't know specifically about Texas.
I'm no lawyer but... If a landlord may charge a pet deposit at all, then surely they can change it for an animal in a tank.
In most states the landlord has up to 30 days to return to you your security deposit minus any charges the landlord wants to offset from your deposit. He has to also furnish you with copies of any receipts for damages that were not incurred from normal wear and tear, cleaning fees and other fees the landlord may charge you according to the terms of your lease. If your landlord does not return to you your deposit or anything else within those 30 days, you have the right to sue your landlord for the full deposit and the landlord cannot deduct any money after the 30 days has expired.
All 50 states allow renters to be charged a security deposit when renting. The amount is left up to the discretion of the landlord, but typically it is equal to the first month's rent.
Not while he's holding the security deposit and the tenant is still living on the property. If your landlord finds that the tenant has damaged the home of landlord can give him the opportunity to fix it, sue the tenant for such damage - even if the tenant is still living on the property - or begin the eviction proceedings for violating the terms of the lease with the proper notice asking the tenant to vacate the premises. If the tenant moves out because of the violation, the landlord may keep all or part of the security deposit he is holding.
Yes they can charge pet deposit even if there are no carpets. They still pee on floors, and on walls
Most states limit the amount of a security deposit, usually to one month's rent. It really doesn't matter if there is an animal or not. Some landlords will charge an additional 'pet deposit', but, call it what you want, it's a security deposit, and the amount is limited. I suppose it is possible for a service dog to do some damage, just like any other animal.
It sounds like the landlord wants to change the terms of the tenancy. They can do that, but they would have to follow the proper procedure. If this is a year lease, they have to wait until the year is up. If a month-to-month tenancy, they have to give a full month's notice. Also, some states limit the amount of a security deposit to one month. A pet deposit is a security deposit, regardless of what someone calls it. If they have collected a one-month security deposit already, state law may prohibit collecting another deposit.