As both a landlord and a local investor in Boca Raton, I’ve seen how deposit disputes and inconsistent inspections can cause real frustration for both owners and tenants.That’s why I started offering independent, photo-verified move-in/out documentation services for landlords, property managers, and short-term rental hosts.We provide:Neutral, third-party documentation (so owners stay compliant and protected)Flat-fee inspections starting at $9924–48 hr turnaround with photo/video reportsOptional cleaning or repair coordination add-onsCurious if others here are doing this or outsourcing similar work?

As long as it's a market where the imbalance resolves itself the tenants should return to the units that best match their financial profile but it could be a persistent issue in markets where oversupply can't resolve itself.

I suspect that full security deposit forfeiture for lease violation may not be legal.  

Have you adjusted your funding strategy to match the current market?

WOW.. 40k plus deposits on a home to be built.. ??? 

Pick one, put in serious offers with no assignment clauses and a decent earnest deposit, especially non-refundable and you’ll get plenty of attention. 

Re-read your contracts, document your correspondence (and attempts) with your builder and demand documentation to match up any payments/draws with what's actually been competed on your build.

Do you have a refundable damage deposit?

Coincidentally the list of repairs they emailed her equals the amount of her security deposit. 

Hi @Kenneth Kirkland, When you buy a property, the assets transfer but money like security deposits or reserve funds doesn’t automatically.