Civil Code 1950.5 defines the rules governing the accounting and return of security deposits in California rental units. To summarize some of the main points of California Civil Code 1950.5, no later than 21 calendar days after the tenant has vacated the rental unit, the landlord shall provide the tenant with a copy of an …
Civil Code 1950.5 – Returning the Security Deposit in California Read More
After a tenant vacates the property and delivers possession back to the landlord, the landlord has up to 21 days to send an itemized list of security deposit deductions, as well as return any balance of the security deposit to the tenant. Under amended CC § 1950.5(g)(1), the landlord and tenant may mutually agree to have …
Security Deposit Itemization and Refund via Email and Electronic Transfer, CC § 1950.5 Read More
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