California state law governs the collection and return of security deposits. It applies to all California tenancies from Weed to Chula Vista, even San Jose. Read More →

The landlord's rationale to steal your pot rack has been employed by the rich and powerful and two-year-olds for eons--I want it, so now it's mine and here's a rule I just made up to justify my keeping it. Read More →

Normal wear and tear to carpets, drapes and other furnishings cannot be charged against a tenant's security deposit. (Civil Code Section 1950.5(e).) Read More →

Civil Code § 1950.5, the statute dealing with the collection and refund of security deposits, does not allow deductions for utility bills. Read More →

There is no penalty for late payment of security deposit interest in San Francisco. Read More →