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This form covers the subject matter described in the form's title for your State. This form is from a Tenant to Landlord providing Landlord with legal notice of his/her failure to-date to return all of the prepaid but unearned rent. Because Tenant's departure resulted from Landlord's breach of Lease Agreement and/or other wrongful conduct contrary to applicable landlord-tenant law, Tenant is demanding a refund of all prepaid but unearned rent.
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Interesting Questions
A security deposit is a sum of money that tenants give to their landlords before moving into a rental property. It acts as a protection for the landlord in case of any damage or unpaid rent.
In North Carolina, there is no limit on how much a landlord can charge for a security deposit. However, it is typically equal to one month's rent.
Yes, a landlord can use the security deposit to cover unpaid rent if the tenant fails to pay. However, they must provide an itemized list of deductions and return any unused portion of the deposit.
No, North Carolina does not have specific laws requiring landlords to keep the security deposit in a separate account. However, they should still keep accurate records of the deposit and its use.
A landlord can deduct unpaid rent, the cost of repairing damages beyond normal wear and tear, and any other agreed-upon fees from the security deposit. They must provide an itemized list of these deductions.
Under North Carolina law, a landlord must return the security deposit within 30 days after the tenant moves out, along with an itemized statement of any deductions made.
No, a landlord cannot withhold the security deposit without valid reasons. They must provide an itemized list of deductions and any remaining portion of the deposit within 30 days.
If you disagree with the deductions made from your security deposit, you can try negotiating with your landlord. If that fails, you can take legal action by filing a small claims lawsuit in court.
Yes, there is a deadline. In North Carolina, you have three years from the date of your tenancy termination to file a lawsuit to recover your security deposit.
Yes, a landlord can charge non-refundable fees in addition to the security deposit, as long as they are clearly stated in the lease agreement. These fees may cover things like pet deposits or move-in fees.
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