If lessees are careful with the apartment and the inventory, this is the best guarantee for getting the deposit back in full. Please note that mold, odors or lime scale can also incur removal costs. Damages should rather be prevented ahead of time or not even arise.
If the apartment has been handed over properly and there are no complaints or open items such as bills for electricity or the final cleaning, the deposit must be returned promptly. About one month before the end of the rental period, both parties will receive a detailed information sheet about the deposit. Read more: Deposit →
Note: According to case law, normal signs of use may not be deducted from the deposit and are considered covered by the rent.
Suggestion: If only a smaller charge is still outstanding, a part of the deposit can be transferred back.