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Deposits & Fees
Rights and obligations on security deposits and more.

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Deadlines for Landlords to Itemize and Return Security Deposits

 A list of the laws for all 50 states. Read up on the length of time landlords have to return your security deposit after you leave. Then for procedures on the return of your deposit, see your state's landlord-tenant statutes. Complete Story.
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