A security deposit is money that is given to a lender, seller, or landlord as proof of intent and may be used to pay for damages caused by a renter.

A set of bills heading to the Michigan State Senate could grant renters more rights and protections, and hold property owners ...

A California law limits security deposits to one month’s rent beginning July 1 for most rentals. This law isn’t nationwide, although many states have similar laws.

While the cost of consumer goods and services quadrupled since the old security deposit limit took effect in 1977, rent has increased eight-fold in that time, the analyst’s report said.

GREENSBORO, N.C. — How much a landlord can charge for a security deposit is changing around the nation. As of July 1, 2024,, California and Georgia have set limits on how much a landlord can ...

A California law limits security deposits to one month’s rent beginning July 1 for most rentals. This law isn’t nationwide, although many states have similar laws.

A California law limits security deposits to one month’s rent beginning July 1 for most rentals. This law isn’t nationwide, although many states have similar laws.