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Deposits

Deposit Return Letter

For use when a landlord violates the move in check list rule or the 21 day rule.

Deposit Return Dispute Letter
Holding Deposit Return

For use when a landlord keeps the deposit without giving a written statement detailing how the deposit would be nonrefundable