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Security Deposit Help for Tenants

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Learn about the process of getting a security deposit back from a landlord.

Articles

Your Security Deposit: What It Is and How To Get It Back

Learn what your security deposit is and how to avoid losing it at the end of your lease.
Tenant Rights and Responsibilities

When you rent your home, there are things you must do and things your landlord must do. Learn about them in this article.
Oral Leases

When renting your home, you do not have to have a written lease agreement. This article gives an overview of oral (non-written) leases.
Rights of Tenants with Disabilities

All tenants have certain rights, but tenants with disabilities have unique rights. Read this article to learn more.
An Overview of Small Claims Court

If you have a dispute of $7,000 or less, you might have a case in Small Claims Court. This article gives you an overview of this court.
Taking a Small Claims Case to Court

This article explains the Small Claims process from filing a case in Small Claims Court through the possible outcomes.
Being a Defendant in a Small Claims Case

Learn about what to expect and how to respond if you’re being sued in Small Claims Court.
Mediation and Other Forms of Settlement

Mediation is a settlement process that can help you resolve “contested” issues (things you and the other party don’t agree on) in your court case.
Settlement and Negotiation Strategies
Are you interested in settling your legal dispute outside of the courtroom? This article will give you some information about the settlement process and simple tips for communicating and negotiating with the other party (or their lawyer).

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Forms

Do-It-Yourself Letter to Landlord (Security Deposit)

Use this tool to prepare a letter asking your landlord to return your security deposit after you have moved out of your home.
Do-It-Yourself Small Claims Suit

Use this tool to prepare forms to start a case in Small Claims Court. Small Claims cases are for civil disputes involving $7,000 or less, and are only for people representing themselves.

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