Your security deposit is your money, even after you give it to the landlord. The Rent Security Deposit Act (“RSDA”) is the law that says how much security the landlord is allowed to collect (no more than 1 ½ months rent). It also says what the landlord must do to protect your security deposit, and when the landlord must return it to you.  It directs the landlord to return your security deposit when you move out, even if you move out before your lease is over. The RSDA also tells you when you can request that the landlord use the security deposit to pay your rent.

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