Landlord Deposit Withholding Rules

Summary

Landlords in Michigan cannot withhold a security deposit to cover the cost of finding a new tenant. They can only use it for unpaid rent or damages beyond normal wear and tear. If wrongfully withheld, tenants may sue for double the deposit amount. Additionally, landlords must provide at least 24 hours notice before entering a rented property unless theres an emergency. Unannounced visits without consent can be considered harassment or invasion of privacy.

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Is it illegal for my landlord to keep my deposit because she couldn’t find a new tenant?
Hello ****, could you please let me know where you are located? The laws regarding rental deposits vary from country to country, and sometimes even within regions in the same country.
Michigan
In Michigan, landlords can't withhold a security deposit to cover the cost of finding a new tenant. They can use it for unpaid rent or damages beyond normal wear and tear. If they wrongfully withhold it, you may sue for double the deposit amount.
Can a landlord enter your room without conset
In Michigan, landlords must provide at least * hours notice before entering a rented property unless there's an emergency. Unannounced visits without consent can be seen as harassment or invasion of privacy.