Answer 6 quick questions. We look up your state's current 2026 security deposit statute, calculate your exact deadline from your move-out date, and generate a formal demand packet, wear-and-tear rebuttal table, and small claims exhibit kit.
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VIA USPS CERTIFIED MAIL
TO: Property Management
FROM: Tenant
RE: Return of Security Deposit
Please return the disputed security deposit within the applicable cure period. This demand sets out the statutory timeline, disputed deductions, and supporting evidence.
2x–3x Bad-Faith Penalty Audit
Illustrative sample · Penalties depend on state law and facts · Excel available with add-on
| Generic Templates / DIY Letters | Deposit Recovery Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 state statutory rules | ✕ Vague templates with no state citations | ✓ Live lookup of your state's 2026 deadlines & mandates |
| Deadline & penalty math | ✕ Makes you look up laws & do the math | ✓ Auto-calculates overdue days & 2x–3x bad-faith penalties |
| Normal wear & tear defense | ✕ Weak 'please return my deposit' letter | ✓ Line-by-line paint & carpet useful-life depreciation table |
| Small claims court readiness | ✕ Zero exhibit organization | ✓ Labeled Exhibit A–E binder guide & 3-tab Excel ledger |
| Cost & speed | ✕ $350–$500+ for a local tenant lawyer | ✓ $29 instant PDF, Word (.docx) & Excel (.xlsx) kit |