Tag: security-deposit
All the articles with the tag "security-deposit".
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Montana Security Deposit Laws: No Cap, But Fast Refunds Required
Montana landlords must return deposits within 30 days with an itemized statement. Learn the refund timeline and deduction rules under the Montana Security Deposit Act.
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Missouri Security Deposit Laws: 2-Month Cap and 30-Day Return Deadline
Missouri landlords can demand up to 2 months rent as a security deposit and must return it within 30 days. Learn deduction rules under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 535.300.
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Mississippi Security Deposit Laws: No Statute, Contract-Based Protections Apply
Mississippi lacks comprehensive security deposit laws; deposits governed by lease terms and contract law. Understand your rights and best practices under Mississippi common law.
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Minnesota Security Deposit Laws: The 21-Day Return Rule
Minnesota landlords must return deposits within 21 days with itemization. Learn your rights under Minn. Stat. § 504B.178.
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Michigan Security Deposit Laws: The Move-In Inventory Requirement
Michigan landlords must limit deposits to 1.5 months rent and return funds within 30 days. Learn your rights under the Michigan Security Deposit Act.
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Massachusetts Security Deposit Laws: The Strictest Cap in America
Massachusetts limits deposits to 1 month rent and requires 5% annual interest. Learn your rights under M.G.L. ch. 186, § 15B.
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Maryland Security Deposit Laws: The 45-Day Return Rule
Maryland landlords must return deposits within 45 days and pay 1.5% annual interest. Learn your rights under Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203.
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Maine Security Deposit Laws: 2-Month Cap with Double Damages Remedy
Maine landlords can hold 2 months rent as security deposit and must return within 30 days (21 for month-to-month). Learn double damages penalties under Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 14, § 6032.