This section will explain what your rights are concerning your security deposit.
Landlords often ask for a security deposit as a part of the agreement to rent.
Knowing what your rights are can save you time, money and aggravation. A security deposit is a payment that the landlord may ask you to pay for future damage to the apartment caused by you, or for rent that you might owe. The security deposit is used after you move out to pay for repairs that must be made for damage you caused, or for unpaid rent. If the security deposit does not cover the amount owed, your landlord may sue you for more money. Your landlord cannot charge you for normal wear and tear that has occurred in your apartment.