Sample Letter To Landlord Disputing Damage Deposit Deductions printable pdf download

Sample Letter To Landlord Disputing Damage Deposit Deductions

Tenant’s Name

Tenant’s Address

Date

Via Certificate of Mailing

Landlord or Manager Name

Landlord or Manager Address

RE:

Security Deposit

Dear ________________________:

We, (Names), were the tenants at (address) and we paid a damage deposit in the amount

of $______.

We received your letter and we dispute the deductions listed for the following reasons:

(list reasons)

We demand reimbursement in the amount of $________. We prefer to resolve legal

matters out of court, but be advised that we are prepared to pursue litigation if required in

order to resolve this matter. If we file suit against you, we will seek all damages

available under the law, including treble damages and attorney’s fees `if appropriate.

You may send us a check in the amount of $______, written to (name) at (address). We

will expect a response within seven days of your receipt of this letter.

Sincerely,

(Tenant’s Name)

Note: This is a sample letter. It is not legal advice. Consider consulting with an

attorney before taking action. If you send a letter, you should send it certificate of

mailing or certified mail return receipt requested, and be sure to keep a copy of the

letter and proof that you mailed it. Filing a lawsuit involves risks, so you should

consult with an attorney first.

Sample Letter To Landlord Disputing Damage Deposit Deductions