Security deposit money in eviction

[Sergio Aguinaga]

Hello, I have a question specifically pertaining to MIchigan law. Who gets to keep the security deposit money under an eviction? Say, they have unpaid rent for 5 months, and by the time they were evicted it’s still unpaid, who gets to keep the security deposit money. In the tenant laws document, it says that the landlord can keep the security deposit money if: 1. Unpaid rent 2. Unpaid utilities 3. Damages that aren’t just wear and tear But does the same apply for under an eviction?

[John Warren]

@Sergio Aguinaga talk to a local realtor and ask them. I have several attorneys I work with regularly here in the Chicago area who would give you a quick email answer for free. I am sure your local investor friendly agents will be able to find the same contact there.