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Sarah West
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Arizona
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Security Deposit Deductions

Sarah West
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Arizona
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Hello, we had a tenant move out recently and are working to get the security deposit refunded within the 14-day window as stipulated by AZ state law. I have a few things I am hoping to get some guidance on if possible:

1) Can itemized deductions just be the quotes for things needing fixed/ cleaned? Or do I have to actually have the work completed already and paid for with receipts to include in the itemized deduction?

2) If the lease that the tenant agreed to included them maintaining the front yard/ landscaping - is it reasonable to deduct a 1 time yard clean-up from their security deposit? 

3) Aside from washing the walls or getting a full repaint quoted, would it be reasonable to deduct the expected cost of "Kilz" paint/odor sealant brand for effected square footage? We are trying correct cat odors and damage unfortunately. 

4) do you provide the itemized list and then once they agree you get the money to them or can this be done in one step and not be up for negotiation or tenant approval?

Do you all typically cut a cashier's check for security deposits and send through certified mail? I don't think I have the ability to refund any position of the deposit electronically. 

Thanks in advance, learning a lot! 

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