08. February 2008: How To Get Your Security Deposit Back From Your Landlord

Question:

"I live in Michigan. My landlord has my security deposit of $3,800.00. That is quite a bit of money. I gave my forwarding address to the realtor who set up the rental unit for us. She represented the landlord. My forwarding address was sent to the landlord and via the representative. She responded to my email, thanking me for the address (on the 5th day). She also indicated there was damage to several items and she was going to get estimates. This occurred 25 days ago. We have been out of the unit for 31 days with no word from my landlord. What are my rights here?" ...More

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