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how do i collect my security deposit

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After you move out of a

After you move out of a rental property, you are entitled to the reimbursement of your security deposit, minus any damage you caused to the property, in a timely manner. Under Florida law, your landlord must return your security deposit within 60 days after you move out of the property. Your landlord must provide you with notice if she will be deducting money for your deposit to satisfy necessary repairs to the property. When you return your keys to your landlord, provide your landlord with a copy of your new address where they can send your security deposit. If you are unsure where you will be living, provide the landlord with a phone number with which to contact you. For more information about your rights, visit http://www.legalaidocba.org/documents/SECURITY_DEPOSITS_08.pdf.

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After you move out of a

After you move out of a rental property, you are entitled to the reimbursement of your security deposit, minus any damage you caused to the property, in a timely manner. Under Florida law, your landlord must return your security deposit within 60 days after you move out of the property. Your landlord must provide you with notice if she will be deducting money for your deposit to satisfy necessary repairs to the property. When you return your keys to your landlord, provide your landlord with a copy of your new address where they can send your security deposit. If you are unsure where you will be living, provide the landlord with a phone number with which to contact you. For more information about your rights, visit http://www.legalaidocba.org/documents/SECURITY_DEPOSITS_08.pdf.