Tenant Rights And Deposits

Summary

Landlords must maintain habitable living conditions, including addressing mold and flooding. Withholding deposits without valid reasons and charging for utilities not used by tenants can be illegal. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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I’m facing a landlord who is withholding our deposit, had us living with mold, and flooding and never fixed it and now is trying to charge us for utilities and gas that aren’t ours
Hello, It sounds like a tough situation. In order to provide you with accurate information, I need to know your location. Different jurisdictions have different laws regarding tenant's rights.