Landlord Charge Dispute Guide

Summary

Georgia landlords must provide an itemized list of charges within 30 days post-move-out. Tenants can dispute charges by writing a formal letter and requesting documentation, especially for estimated charges. Landlords must follow specific security deposit laws, including providing a written notice of damages within 3 business days. Keep records of all communications and cite relevant laws in disputes.

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Okay, so here is the email they sent Please see your move-out statement regarding the balance due of $ *.* to Preserve at Mill Creek. Some charges have been estimated as we are awaiting invoices. Please review the move-out statement for an itemized description of any charges that have been incurred. The debt will be assumed to be valid by the debt collector within thirty (*) days of this notice unless you dispute the validity of the debt or any portion of the balance owed to the debt collector in writing. We ask that you remit payment to Preserve at Mill Creek within 30 days via the resident portal or at a MoneyGram location. After 30 days, your balance due will be turned over to a collection firm, National Credit Systems, and Preserve at Mill Creek will no longer be able to assist you.
In Georgia, landlords must provide a written, itemized statement of any charges against your security deposit within 30 days after you move out. If you disagree with the charges or the amount, you have the right to dispute them.
- You can write a letter disputing the charges within 30 days.
- Request documentation for any estimated charges.
- Check if they followed Georgia's security deposit laws.
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Okay, so what are the security deposit laws in georgia
Here's a brief overview of Georgia's security deposit laws:
- Maximum Deposit: No limit on the amount a landlord can charge.
- Written Notice: Must provide a written list of damages within * business days of move-out.
- Return of Deposit: Landlords have 30 days to return the deposit after a tenant moves out, minus any deductions.
- Itemized Deductions: Must provide an itemized list if any deductions are made.
- Dispute: Tenants can dispute deductions if they believe they are unjust.
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Would this document meet the requirements a landlord has to follow
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The document seems to comply with certain requirements of Georgia's security deposit laws, such as providing an itemized list of charges. However, it lacks specifics about the written notice of damages within * business days post-move-out. You can dispute estimated charges and request documentation. Do you need further assistance with disputing these charges?
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To dispute the charges, consider taking the following steps:
- Write a formal letter contesting the charges.
- Request detailed documentation for each charge, especially estimated ones.
- Cite Georgia's security deposit laws in your correspondence.
- Keep records of all communications.
Would you like further assistance on how to draft the letter or specific legal advice on this matter?