{"id":2793,"date":"2017-02-22T13:35:06","date_gmt":"2017-02-22T21:35:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/?p=2793"},"modified":"2017-02-22T13:31:38","modified_gmt":"2017-02-22T21:31:38","slug":"how-to-help-your-tenants-get-their-security-deposit-back","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/how-to-help-your-tenants-get-their-security-deposit-back\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Help Your Tenants Get Their Security Deposit Back"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-6851\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/How-to-Help-Your-Tenants-Get-Their-Security-Deposit-Back.png\" alt=\"Security Deposit Back\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/How-to-Help-Your-Tenants-Get-Their-Security-Deposit-Back.png 560w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/How-to-Help-Your-Tenants-Get-Their-Security-Deposit-Back-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/How-to-Help-Your-Tenants-Get-Their-Security-Deposit-Back-352x198.png 352w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ten tips for landlords and property managers on how to help your tenants get their full security deposit back by preventing property damage and keeping the unit clean.<\/p>\n<p>Despite what some renters might think, most landlords are not out to get them.<\/p>\n<p>Asking unfairly high rent prices or keeping every dime of a security deposit are some reasons why <a title=\"Landlord reputation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/2014\/10\/debunking-the-landlord-stereotype\/\" target=\"_blank\">landlords get their reputation as money hungry<\/a> sticklers.<\/p>\n<p>But the truth of the matter is, most landlords spend a significant amount of time making sure that they rent their properties at a fair market price. \u00a0And more importantly, they want to return a tenant\u2019s <i>full <\/i>security deposit back to them.<\/p>\n<p>When a landlord refunds the entire security deposit, it means their tenants did not\u00a0damage the property or skip out on paying rent. \u00a0It is also a lot less work for a landlord when he only needs to issue a check for the full deposit amount, rather than complete an itemized list of damages or cleaning fees the security deposit funds were used to cover.<\/p>\n<p>For those of you who still think that landlords unfairly keep tenant funds, it is important to remember that it is illegal to use a security deposit for anything not specified by state laws- meaning a landlord cannot make\u00a0a profit on your security deposit. \u00a0Here&#8217;s a look at some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/security-deposit-laws\/\">Rental Laws About Security Deposits<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>According to <a title=\"Nolo security deposits\" href=\"http:\/\/www.nolo.com\/legal-encyclopedia\/free-books\/renters-rights-book\/chapter4-2.html\" target=\"_blank\"><b>Nolo<\/b><\/a>, security deposits funds can be used to cover specific types of rental property expenses. \u00a0Depending on the state, a landlord can usually withhold all or part of a deposit to pay for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Unpaid rent<\/li>\n<li>Repairing damage to the premises caused a tenant or a guest of the tenant (except for \u201cordinary wear and tear\u201d)<\/li>\n<li>Cleaning necessary to restore the rental unit to its condition at the beginning of the tenancy<\/li>\n<li>Replacing rental unit property that was taken (i.e. appliances, shelving, or furniture)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Since landlords typically want to abide by legal regulations, avoid property damage, and regularly collect rent payments, it is in their best interest to want to refund a tenant\u2019s full security deposit.<\/p>\n<p>For landlords and property managers, here are a few tips for what you can do to help your tenants get their full security deposit returned :<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3>Review the rental agreement and lease terms with your tenant.<\/h3>\n<p>And include\u00a0move-out expectations in your lease agreement. Your tenant might assume that all leases are created equal, so they could claim innocence\u00a0about certain property rules. \u00a0\u00a0Going over each item in your lease opens the lines for communication and helps you know they understand what rules they need to follow in order to get their deposit returned.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3>Encourage your tenants to know their tenant rights about security deposits.<\/h3>\n<p>If they understand that you are simply following state regulations about what you are legally allowed to do with their deposit, they are more likely to not argue if you end up needing to keep some or all of the deposit.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3>Explain what the security deposit will be used for.<b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Inform your tenants and give them a move-out inspection form at the start of the lease for them to reference during their lease term. \u00a0Provide them with another move-out inspection form and cleaning guidelines when their lease is about to expire or when they turn in their 30 days notice.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3>Perform a move-in inspection.<\/h3>\n<p>Prior to your tenants moving in, conduct your own <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/important-inspections-for-your-rental-property\/\">move-in inspection<\/a> on the rental property. \u00a0Document and photograph the condition of all appliances, doors, windows, plumbing fixtures, lights, and the overall cleanliness of the unit. \u00a0Keep these forms to reference when the tenant vacates the property.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3>Require your tenants to perform their own move-in inspection.<b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Complete a move-in inspection and submit a form back to you within a couple days of the lease start date. \u00a0Encourage them to take their own pictures and explain that the move-in inspection form will act as a reference when they move out to help them get their full deposit back. \u00a0Compare their move-in inspection form with yours and discuss any discrepancies with your tenant so you are both on the same page about the property&#8217;s condition at the start of tenancy.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3>Clearly document anything that is reported broken or needing maintenance during tenancy.<\/h3>\n<p>Your property management software will help you archive any maintenance requests and the status of repairs. \u00a0If you find water damage under the kitchen sink, and they have been consistently reporting a leaky sink, you know it was not due to tenant neglect.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3>Perform a 6-month inspection.<\/h3>\n<p>This can help you take note of any existing property damage and even give you a chance to offer helpful pointers to your tenants about things they could be doing differently to take better care of the unit. \u00a0A six-month inspection will also encourage your tenants to clean the property, at least bi-annually, before vacating.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3>Carry out a move-out inspection with your tenants prior to them turning in the keys.<\/h3>\n<p>By walking through your rental property with your tenants prior to move-out you can point out areas you expect the tenant to clean or fix. \u00a0By reviewing your expectations with your tenant in person, you give them a chance to successfully return their unit to pre-move-in condition.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3>Offer a move-out cleaning service to your tenants.<b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Rather than waiting until a tenant is already moved out and keeping part of their deposit to cover the cost of cleaning, offer a trusted cleaning service to your tenants. \u00a0Your tenants might be happy to save the energy and time it takes to clean the property themselves \u00a0and it&#8217;s one less thing for them to do during the stress of moving. \u00a0Plus you will both be assured the property will be left in an acceptably clean condition, ensuring you will not need to keep deposit fees for cleaning expenses.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><a title=\"Conduct thorough tenant screening \" href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/details\/tenant_screening.php\" target=\"_blank\">Conduct thorough tenant screening<\/a>.<\/h3>\n<p>Before you even approve a new tenant, do a complete background check \u00a0your potential tenants. \u00a0Make sure your applicants\u00a0have responsible habits for paying rent on time and keeping their rental properties in good conditions. \u00a0By avoiding irresponsible tenants, you can lessen your chances of dealing with security deposit issues or disputes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Unfortunately, sometimes things happen that require you to keep all or part of a tenant\u2019s security deposit. \u00a0Make sure you are aware of your state regulations about what you can use from your tenant\u2019s security deposit to pay for\u00a0the cost of cleaning and repairing any damages. \u00a0Landlords must legally provide their tenants with an itemized list of what withheld\u00a0deposit funds were used to cover. \u00a0In some cases, a tenant can request to see a receipt for expenses claimed on the deposit refund. \u00a0Always keep detailed records in case your tenant decides to dispute you on a claim.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are other ways you have used to encourage your tenants to take care of your rental property so they can receive their full security deposit refund\u00a0upon vacating? \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ten tips for landlords and property managers on how to help your tenants get their full security deposit back by preventing property damage and keeping the unit clean. 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