Renting

Get Your Security Deposit Back

Landlords withhold deposits because most tenants don't send a real demand letter. Send one.

What this does: Generates a formal demand letter citing your state's security deposit law, calculates statutory penalties, and provides a small-claims filing roadmap.
When to use it: When your landlord withheld part or all of your deposit without proper itemization or for normal wear and tear.
What you need: Lease dates, deposit amount, landlord contact info, and evidence that you left the unit in good condition.

Your information

Your name

Landlord or property management company name

Landlord mailing address

Rental property address

Move-in date

Move-out date

Security deposit amount paid

Amount returned (enter 0 if nothing returned)

State where you rented

Reasons landlord gave for withholding (check all that apply)

Normal wear and tear Cleaning charges Painting charges Carpet replacement Repairs or damages Unpaid rent Late return of deposit No response or itemization provided

Get Your Security Deposit Back

Your information

Your demand letter

Evidence checklist

Small-claims court quick reference

Not legal advice