How do I get the landlord to give my deposit back?
490650
I'd call the police.  What you're describing is a crime, not merely a financial/contract issue.  It's like he's running a scam.  If the police won't do anything, then go to the magistrates office and file against him.  The secretary in the magistrates office will help you fill out the forms.  After you win before the magistrate, you can do a sherrif's sale on his personal property to collect your deposit and any court costs you incurred if he doesn't pay you in a timely manner.\n\nEdited to FocalBlur:  He/she paid by cash but has a receipt.  Even though there's no contract, he/she has a case because people don't just give money to people for no reason--a service should be rendered.  I agree saving the advertisements, keeping a log of phone calls, what was said on what date and what occurred, will back up the case.  But he/she's not screwed for paying cash since he/she did get a reciept.
1111522
You might do all those things but the other people in the building might not be so clean. Tell your manager in writing  give him a copy and let him know if the problem isnt fixed in a timely manner you will put your rent in an escro account with the local courts.
584228
a landlord can do pretty much as the please if they put it in the lease and you sign it. did you lie on the application?? that would be grounds for you getting kicked out...
48644
You may have to put down some type of cash deposit in order to get the place.
1051999
Unless stated in writing previously, the landlord does not owe you a dime. If you were to undo the changes, the landlord could charge you, keep your security and/or sue you in court. I would suggest sucking it up and play nice and see if you could get anything out of your landlord. He is not required to give you anything whatsoever.
955660
You are not responsible. If the term of your lease is one year - then that's it. One year. \n\nThings to consider:\n\nIf your name is not on the lease - you have NO obligations.\n\nIf you provided a deposit for the space - and feel that you are leaving the space in as good, or better condition than you found it - you are entitled to ALL of the deposit, plus interest, returned to you. If you feel that this landlord intends to withhold the deposit - you may need to contact the Los Angeles Board of Housing - and file a complaint, or take the landlord to small claims court. \n\nIn general, California has some of the strongest tenant rights in the United States - you should not feel harassed or harangued into paying ANYTHING more than you are obliged to pay. If you are being threatened, you may have an additional civil matter to present to a court. \n\nGood Luck.
778891
Read the terms of the Tenancy Agreement, it usually states the minimum period in writing for giving up the lease.If notice is given timeously , you won't have to pay for the full 6 months, but it depends on the contract terms.\nAs for the deposit , again it depends on the wording of the contract, but usually it's refundable unless it's retained to cover the cost of any damage to the property.
716441
You need to call the numbers that are listed on the collection notices, give them your name and information, and verify with them if the payment is infact taken care of, or needs to be paid.  They are usually more than willing to help you give them their money back.  :)
724700
you should ask for a receipt because the deposit wouldn't explain that it is a pay for your rent. Get a written receipt just in case you need in the future. It's always safe to be sure...
736714
Talk to your landlord.
943698
Your landlord must send you your security deposit no later than 30 days after you move out.  You must, of course, give them your new address within 7-14 days, or they have the right to keep your deposit.  Should there be any damages that require a deduction of your security deposit, it must be in writing and must accompany a check for the remaining balance of the security deposit.  If you disagree with their deductions, you must state so in writing within 7 days of receipt of their letter.  They then have 45 days to either refund your money, or give you a better reason as to why they are keeping it.  If it goes past 45 days, then the law finds automatically in your favor and I believe you are entitled to one and a half times the amount of your security deposit back (up to $1750).  \n\nIf you never received the deposit, or a letter after 30 days, contact the apartment complex (or rental company).  If that doesn't work, contact the Fair Housing Agency in your area.  They will be able to help you get things going.\n\nHope this helps!\nStacey
527894
Under California law, within 21 calendar days after you move, your landlord must either send you a full refund of your security deposit, or mail or personally deliver to you an itemized statement that lists the amounts of any deductions from your security deposit and the reasons for the deductions, together with a refund of any amounts not deducted.
811018
Call your landlord and creditors immediately and explain your problem.  You may have to pay late fees, but usually they will hold off on collecting as long as they know you're willing to pay.  Good luck!
924560
YOU ARE IN A PICKLE.\n\nCONTACT OWNER AND SEE WHAT IS UP.. THAT IS YOUR ONLY RESOURCE AT PRESENT.\nMUST OWE SOME MONEY..\n\nTHEY ARE SUPPOSE TO GIVE NOTICE UNLESS YOU HAVE BEEN TOLD VERBALLY.....AND BEHIND OFTEN IN RENT...
414566
Check your lease.  Your landlord likely is holding your deposit in a non-interest bearing account.  It's highly unusual for interest to be owed to renters when and if a deposit is refunded.
388160
There must be a dept of housing or something like that either locally or at the state level you can call and find out.  Call up your local govt offices and start asking questions and get ready to deal with people who are clueless that transfer you from person to person.\n\nWith that being said your landlord is a prick, obviously.
1006123
She's already shown that she cannot be trusted if she gave you a bad ck.  If you call her at all, It should be to let her know that you will not accept another personal ck for return of deposit. Request that she give you a certified ck or money order.\n\nAfter the 45 day, just take her to court, let them deal with her as she has already shown a lack of respect to you by neglecting her obligations as your landlord.