Landlords count on you not knowing the rules. Select your state to see your deadline, common violations, and what you may be owed.
Free Deposit Rights Check
Takes about 60 seconds · No account needed
Free · No account needed · Takes 60 seconds
Sound familiar?
These are the most common ways landlords illegally withhold deposits. If any of these sound familiar, you may have a case.
Charged for professional carpet cleaning?
Routine carpet wear is the landlord's cost — not yours.
Billed for touch-up paint or wall scuffs?
Normal paint wear after years of living is expected.
Deducted for lightbulbs or batteries?
These are standard maintenance items — not tenant damage.
Deposit not returned after 30+ days?
Deadline LawMost states have a strict deadline. Missing it is often a violation.
No itemized list of deductions?
DocumentationLandlords are typically required to provide a written breakdown.
Charged for 'repairs' that were pre-existing?
You shouldn't pay for damage that was there before you moved in.
These aren't just frustrations — they may be illegal.
Most states have specific laws protecting tenants from exactly these charges. Select your state above to see what applies to you.
What you get
In about 60 seconds, you'll have a clear picture of where you stand — and what to do about it.
See exactly how many days your landlord had to return your deposit — and whether they missed it.
We identify which specific charges are typically illegal in your state — carpet cleaning, paint, lightbulbs, and more.
Based on your deposit and state law, we estimate your potential recovery — including any bad faith multipliers.
Whether it's a demand letter, small claims filing, or just documentation — we tell you exactly what to do next.
Simple process
Three steps. Sixty seconds. A clear answer.
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Select your state from the dropdown. We instantly load your state's deposit return deadline, multipliers, and common violations.
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How long since you moved out? Did you provide a forwarding address? Did you receive an itemized list? That's it.
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Get an instant diagnosis: your potential violations, what you may be owed, and a clear recommendation for what to do next.
A $99 investment to pursue a recovery of up to 3× your deposit + $100 under state law. Choose the level of support you need.
Everything needed to settle without court
vs. $300–$500/hr for an attorney
Everything in Standard + court-ready documents
vs. $300–$500/hr for an attorney
Common questions