How to Get Your Security Deposit Ba... Aug 10, 2008
How to Get Your Security Deposit Back: Ways to Make Sure the Landlord Returns Your Security Deposit ... How to Get Your Security Deposit Back ... How to Get Your Security Deposit Back. (Suite101.com)
Mary Kate Will Skate From Ledger-Gate Aug 7, 2008
Now Mary Kate can focus on getting her security deposit back from that. Filed under. (TMZ.com)
Deserted Dogs Aug 5, 2008
People now looking for apartments, who cannot afford the double security deposit or rent surcharges landlords usually charge pet owners. The goodbyes are gut-wrenching. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Mom can't control her adult son's lease Aug 4, 2008
Is this justification to break the lease and get a full refund of his security deposit ... If you have concerns about your son's safety, then you should take action regardless of his lease obligation or any concern about his security deposit. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Another door to foreclosure Aug 1, 2008
Thomas said he will use the $1,500 from Countrywide to help pay for a security deposit and first month's rent at a new apartment -- which might not come with a washer and dryer that was included in his $695 monthly payment on Myrtle Court ... Thomas said he plans to try to get his security deposit back from landlord Willoughby, who, occupants said, has proved difficult to contact. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Renting Sinatra's House Aug 1, 2008
And there's a $1,000 security deposit because, as Sinatra crooned, accidents will happen after all. RENTS FOR $2,600/NIGHT TWIN PALMS Art appreciation doesn't come cheap. (Time.com)
Dad says landlord cheated son serving in Kuwait Jul 31, 2008
James Powers was deployed to Kuwait after renting an apartment for eight months and now may be unable to recover his security deposit ... PORTSMOUTH While his son, James, is deployed in Kuwait with the Coast Guard, Norman Powers is planning to sue a city landlord he said shortchanged his son out of a security deposit because the young man was called to serve his country ... Part of that role includes trying to recover the balance of a security deposit his son paid for a Pleasant Street studio... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Renter should pay his fair share of damage he caused Jul 28, 2008
Requiring a tenant with children to pay a higher security deposit would be discrimination based on both age and familial status. If you were to refuse to rent to an applicant with children, or require an increased security deposit from an applicant with children, you would be risking a lawsuit. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Stuck in the middle: Renters swept up in wave of foreclosures Jul 27, 2008
"A foreclosure can erode credit scores, making the prospective tenant less attractive to landlords. And evicted renters often lack sufficient cash for a security deposit because their previous landlord has kept the deposit on their foreclosed unit," the survey, which yielded 765 respondents, said ... Renters should keep proof they paid a security deposit, she said, because whoever owns the unit when the tenant moves out is liable to return the money, whether or not it was ever placed in escrow. (New Haven Register, CT)
A struggle to provide shelter for homelessHudson County's PERC needs support; fundraiser this Wed. Jul 26, 2008
The rent, combined with a security deposit and money for furnishing, someone would need a few thousand dollars in the bank to immediately move into a new place. A case manager works with each client to obtain jobs and a chance to save to start a new future. (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Post the First Comment Jul 26, 2008
Ben Haber, a senior in mechanical engineering, said he was shocked when he realized upon moving out that his security deposit would not be returned ... After contacting them, he learned his security deposit would not be returned ... "After they have done all of that, they should video tape. This is important. If they don't get their security deposit back, they have evidence.". (Ohio State University -- The Lantern, OH)
Kokua Line: Landlords can't hike deposits Jul 23, 2008
The lady who bought our condo has two cats and a dog and had been charged a pet deposit over $1,000, separate from the security deposit, at her former rental ... Answer: Charging a pet deposit on top of a security deposit is prohibited under state law ... The state Office of Consumer Protection directed us to Section 521-44(b) of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, which says the "landlord may require as a condition of a rental agreement a security deposit to be paid by or for the tenant for the items... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
What's the Law? Tenant told to vacate Jul 23, 2008
I live on the property, so when I signed a lease with the old company, I was put on a month-to-month lease and did not have to pay a security deposit, along with getting a discount on my rent ... I asked if I could stay and apply through the new management company as a regular applicant, pay a security deposit, etc. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Finding work abroad not an easy job Jul 22, 2008
Part of those instructions said that they needed a $2,400 security deposit for the visa. . (MSNBC -- Business)
Celebrity Body Parts: 10 Priceless Pieces of History Jul 21, 2008
Abrams is now 96 years old and living in Beach Haven on the Jersey Shore, with the eyes in a security deposit in a local bank. 3. (Fox News -- Politics)
Carmen’s Place Moving To New Home In Astoria Jul 18, 2008
Friday July 18, 2008. Carmen s Place Moving To New Home In Astoria by Paul Leonard, Assistant Editor07/17/2008. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Crum Lynne apartment tenant fights eviction order Jul 16, 2008
"I'm concerned with getting my security deposit back," he said. "I have $800 coming to me. If I didn't get my rent rebate, I would be out on the street. I'm on Social Security and every penny I have I had to use to get out of here." For Phelan, a retired auto glass mechanic and taxi driver, this is the second time in five years he is being evicted. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
How Much Rent Can You Afford? Jul 14, 2008
Ask about the security deposit up front ... Sometimes a security deposit is as little as $200, other places will require you to put down first and last month s rent. (Suite101.com)
Officers nearby as shots ring out on Elizabeth St. Jul 13, 2008
Anyone violating that poilicy will forfeit their security deposit, have their rental contract terminated, pay for the damage and is immediantly given an eviction notice. The Landlord also monitor's the occupants and calls the PO-PO if needed until the trouble make's are actually out of the residence. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Best not to withhold rent over minor kitchen repairs Jul 7, 2008
Can the security deposit be applied to the damage done to the yard. Griswold replies: You have grounds for making reasonable deductions against the tenants' security deposit as they clearly breached the terms of the rental agreement by allowing the landscaping to die ... It is likely that getting these bids will take longer than the maximum time allowed to account for and refund any remaining balance of the tenants' security deposit, so you should also contact the tenant in writing to let them... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Horse to rent? Look no further than Wyoming Horses (117) Jul 5, 2008
As a safety net, the customers are required to pay a security deposit prior to taking the horse from the ranch and receive the deposit back when the horse is returned to the ranch, said Dar. We have had horses lost when leased out, she said. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Classifieds 7/01/08 Jul 2, 2008
and security deposit required ... and security deposit required. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Local Auto Racing Jul 1, 2008
Published: July 01, 2008 04:00 am. 358-Modified from June 15 (30 laps): Pat Ward, Mitch Gibbs, Willy Decker, Bobby Varin, John Ramsey, Bob Henry Jr., Paul Kinney, Jamie Christian, Gus Schmidt, Billy Shantel Jr., Ted Lamb, AJ Romano, Brad Godshalk, Stewart Friesen, David Orr, Andy Bachetti, Paul Jensen, Jim Davis, Serenity Sutherland, Brian Murphy, Trevor Sutherland. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Around the Region Jul 1, 2008
The students need $2,750 as soon as possible for their security deposit; $2,250 is needed by July 13 to enroll 15 students at $150 each. For more information, call Joey Huestis, 614-9135. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Suburbs to Streets: New Face of Homeless Jun 29, 2008
Mosely, a part-time restaurant hostess, came up with $500 for a security deposit on another place. But she says all the landlords she's contacted want $1,000 or more. (ABC News)
Foreclosure stigma haunts would-be renters Jun 28, 2008
They may ask for an extra month's rent up front, a larger security deposit or a co-signer ... Lynch recommends some homeowners use the cash toward a security deposit at a rental. (MSNBC -- Business)
PPL remained neutral on shut-off law, now leads Pennsylvania in shut-offs Jun 27, 2008
It allowed utilities to cut power in the dead of winter and dropped a requirement to work out payment plans, allowing utilities to demand security deposits to get reconnected ... To be reconnected, the customer has to pay a portion of the arrears, a $15 reconnection fee and possibly make a security deposit equal to an average of two months of service ... Reconnection can require a payment of past balance, a security deposit equal to the two months highest bills, and a $37 reconnection fee. (Scranton Times, PA)
Read more... Jun 24, 2008
Yearly rental cost, on average, was $8,684 including security deposit ... SafeHome Philadelphia is a Housing First initiative that finds housing for homeless families, helps with the upfront costs of moving, including last month's rent and security deposit, connects families to community-based social services, and works with them to create stability. (PNN Online)
Bankruptcy may hurt applicant's status for renting Jun 23, 2008
However, because the bankruptcy filing will negatively affect your credit rating, a prospective landlord may accept your application, but it may be only on the condition that you pay a higher security deposit or require a qualified third party to co-sign. Tenant attorney Steven R. Kellman replies: A bankruptcy is a lawful procedure sanctioned and allowed by federal law. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Was that date a waste of time? Jun 21, 2008
I told him that it wouldn t be a good idea because he might not get all of his security deposit back. LOL. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
New rules to prevent profiteering from hiring of foreign workers Jun 21, 2008
Employment agencies that breach the new EA licence condition will have their licenses revoked and security deposit forfeited. More information can be found at. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Hawaii BBB, Realtors warn of rental scams Jun 20, 2008
After the application is "approved," the renters are told the keys to the property will be sent via a courier once the security deposit is wired to the landlord or agent outside of Hawaii. The renters never receive the keys after wiring the deposit and have been scammed out of hundreds to thousands of dollars. (Pacific Business News, HI)
What's the law? Disabled tenant Jun 18, 2008
The landlord may demand an extra security deposit from you to cover this cost (exception: if your landlord receives federal funding, for example, through Section 8, she must pay for the physical modification, and not you). If you need the doorway to your bathroom widened to accommodate your wheelchair, or you need an elevated toilet or grab bar, your landlord must allow you to make these reasonable modifications. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
We'd like to offer you a trailer. Jun 18, 2008
"Sounds good," I say, rather than, "Actually, we owned a house, a nice housethough before that, I'm very sorry to say, we did rent a place from a guy who d****d us out of our security deposit, and who I therefore called a big d***, in effect, so I doubt he'll give us much of a reference.". No, I didn't say that, nor did I mention my Guggenheim or the fact that my wife is the first person in the history of her prestigious doctoral program to win the Florence Shafer Memorial Award for... (Slate)
Aksh, MTNL Rolls Out IPTV Without Broadband Connection Jun 17, 2008
The icontrol service in Mumbai is available at Rs 100 on a monthly basis via MTNL. And for starting up the service, the company is providing users with a free set-up box against a refundable security deposit of Rs 999. The company is planning to invest around Rs 148 crore in its services business on IPTV and VoIP platforms. (TopNews)
Raiders Withdraw From CIFL; Join AIFA Jun 10, 2008
After Sunday's postponement, Raiders owner Robert Bartosiewicz contacted league officials asking them for the security deposit back ... The CIFLs inability to show professionalism on this situation isunacceptable," said Bartosiewicz. "To my knowledge, not one other team complied by this rule and paid the security deposit. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Gimme shelter: Jun 10, 2008
Pet deposits are high and she hasn't gotten back her security deposit on the other residence yet. Along the way came another bitter reality check. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Freedom's playoff hope thwarted by tiebreaker Jun 9, 2008
In other league news, the Rochester Raiders (11-0) withdrew from the league because of a disagreement with league officials over the Flint Phantoms failing to show up for the final regular-season game against the Raiders, and the league s refusal to refund Rochester s security deposit. AUTO RACING. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Landlord has accrued chorus of complaints Jun 8, 2008
When she finally moved out in June 2007, Ms. King said, she received only half of her security deposit, because, the company claimed, there was hair inside the bathroom vanity and the apartment blinds were dirty. "He's notorious for not giving back security deposits," she said ... The filings include former tenants who want their security deposits back, as well as companies that have not been paid for their services. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Europe on the cheap Jun 7, 2008
You can get a one- or seven-day pass you'll need a security deposit or bike by the hour (the first 30 minutes are free; you'll pay a euro or so for every additional half-hour). For more information, visit www. (Globe and Mail)
Landlords fall into foreclosure,leaving tenants in lurch Jun 6, 2008
Orris frets about a number of questions: What will become of her $1,300 security deposit ... What will happen to her security deposit. (The Palm Beach Post)
What's the law? 14 days to return deposit Jun 4, 2008
Question: I moved from one apartment to another more than a month ago, and I haven't heard anything from my former landlord about my security deposit ... Even if your landlord returns the deposit but you dispute any deductions taken, you can still take him to small-claims court -- but neither you nor your landlord is allowed to bring attorneys to small-claims court when the dispute is over a security deposit. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Controversial foundation still registered as charity Jun 3, 2008
The statement of claim said that under Banyan's setup, the couple donated $16,900 in cash and $17,000 in a security deposit ... The security deposit was to have been invested and the returns would have repaid the loan. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Doing the right thing leaves them with nothing Jun 2, 2008
We received a security deposit check about three weeks later (as expected), but the amount was incorrect ... But no good deed goes unpunished, and now you are chasing after your security deposit refund that should have been sent promptly ... If that doesn't work, your second letter should be more forceful and indicate that if you don't receive a new check in 10 days you will have no other choice than to pursue your legal options and seek any additional damages that a court might provide for the... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Council eyes relocation ordinance May 31, 2008
Finally, the homeowner would be required to furnish a 10,000 security deposit in the form of a certified check, or bond, which would be refunded at the time a certificate of occupancy was issued. If the homeowner did not bring the property up to standards, the money would be used to remove the home from the property. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Commercial Tenant Screening a Must May 29, 2008
" Who will be the tenant and who will guarantee the lease? What is the Tenant's background? Prepare a resume of experience. How does the tenant plan to operate his business? Who does the tenant imagine his customers will be (i.e. who is his target market)? Then the tenant needs to develop a first year operating budget to show the Landlord that he really will have the money to pay the rent. Mulroney agreed. Then she continued, I believe we will need the following : The tenant's and guarantor's... (RealtyTimes)
Left adds fuel to nuclear fire May 27, 2008
Oil companies on Monday hiked the security deposit for new cooking gas connections from Rs 850 to Rs 1,250 a cylinder. The SBI has announced a hike in medium to long-term fixed deposit rates by up to 0. (Calcutta Telegraph)
Landlords must obey law when advertising vacancy May 26, 2008
She gave them the first month's rent and a portion of the security deposit before she decided not to move in because a dormitory on campus became available ... Also, they want her to forfeit her share of the security deposit. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Renters Step Into Foreclosed Home Danger May 24, 2008
The Newfields paid $1,350 for first-months rent and a $1,000 security deposit. Now they have to move again and may not even get their security deposit back ... The only recourse them at this point is to take the owner to small claims court to try to get their security deposit back. (KERO 23, CA)
Classified 5/16/08 May 17, 2008
Security deposit eferences required. Call 815-584-1324 leave a message. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Quepasa leaves Scottsdale for Florida May 13, 2008
The early termination cost the company $64,261 to the landlord and its $44,703 security deposit. As of late March, Quepasa said, it still had its data center in Tempe and 12 of its 63 employees in the United States. (AZCentral -- Business)
What To Do When Your Landlord Goes Bust May 12, 2008
Another idea: Ask your landlord to hold your security deposit in an escrow account, so you can get it back in the case of a foreclosure ... At least Lee got lucky in one respect: After months of fighting, she was able to get her security deposit returned. (Forbes)
Slimy Landlord Tactics May 12, 2008
Your apartment may not have taken a beating, but your security deposit might ... Example: Tenants in Chicago can collect twice the amount of their security deposits if they can prove that landlords stick rent checks and security deposits in the same bank account, says attorney Aaron Krolik ... If that doesn't work, Chicago renters can double their pleasure if their landlords blank on paying the stipulated interest on security deposits. (Forbes)
DAG Media, Inc. Reports First Quarter Financial Results May 12, 2008
DAG MEDIA, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (unaudited) Assets March 31, December 31, ----------- ----------- 2008 2007 ----------- ----------- Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 280,442 $ 621,724 Marketable securities 734,630 802,811 Auction rate securities 1,175,000 -- Short term investment - insurance annuity contract - at fair value 938,446 931,555 -------------------------- Total cash and cash equivalents, marketable securities and short term investment 3,128,518... (Primezone Releases)
GMR wants increase in Delhi airport fees May 9, 2008
The government had earlier objected to GMRs plan to charge substantial security deposit from bidders chosen to build 3,000 rooms in the 45-acre area district but now, it is learnt agreed with a reasonable deposit. The other two options are raising debts and charging a user development fee (UDF) from both domestic and international outbound passengers in Delhi. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
Classifieds 5/6/08 May 8, 2008
Security deposit and job references required ... Security deposit and job references required ... Security deposit eferences required. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Apartments face bias suit May 8, 2008
If so, explain,'' and turned it in with a 250 security deposit. Six days later, Broadie left a message for Kalkman saying that there were no longer any rental units available and that his 250 deposit would be returned, according to the lawsuit. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Baltimore's back May 5, 2008
" Mental or physical, it's about time somebody started taking care of Martin. Leave it to him, he'll play every day. But the guy caught 145 games last season, and played in 151, and even if he was only 24, there was a reason why he looked and played tired down the stretch in 2007. 9. Julio Franco actually retires: Get out! Seems like only yesterday when Franco was breaking into the big leagues ... and Steve Carlton was pitching for that Phillies team, Pete Rose was playing first base, Montreal's... (CBS News)
Missing carefree days and hoping for more May 5, 2008
The scene gave me a second to reflect how many years ago I was in that position, grumbling about my 8 a.m. final, trying to get my apartment clean enough to at least receive part of my security deposit back but managing it, so I could get out to celebrate the warm weather and end of the year with friends. I miss that. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Dr. Seuss pulls plug on Storm's promotion May 3, 2008
To allow the promotion to go forward, Dr. Seuss Enterprises wanted a $1,000 one-time license fee, a rewritten insurance policy that covered Dr. Seuss and a $4,000 security deposit to use official Seuss character costumes from the company's La Jolla office. Dr. Seuss Enterprises instructed the Storm that it wasn't allowed to use any Cat in the Hat costumes obtained independently. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Gator Air remains spotty May 2, 2008
So far, we have their proof of insurance, but we need their security deposit, he said. Meyer said Gator Air's deposit would be roughly 12,000 based on the number of flights, size of the aircraft and number of passengers. (Florida Keys Keynoter)
CALIFORNIA MELTDOWN: Foreclosures up 327% from '07 levels... Apr 23, 2008
L.A. Land : Los Angeles Times : California foreclosure "surge": Up 327% from '07 levels. The number of California homes lost to foreclosure in the first quarter surged 327% from year-ago levels -- reaching an average of more than 500 foreclosures per day -- DataQuick said in a report, warning that the widening foreclosure problem could "spread beyond the current categories of dicey mortgages, and into mainstream home loans.". (The Drudge Report)
All Tangled Up Apr 21, 2008
It calls for a $3,567 security deposit, although by law deposits may be no more than twice the monthly rent. Gonzales also claimed no knowledge of two addenda to the purchase agreement, which his attorney uncovered before the case came to trial. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Genitope lender demands payment Apr 20, 2008
GE Capital could apply Genitope's security deposit toward the loans, demand that the company turn over equipment or foreclose on GE Capital's liens and security interests ... 7 million for computer, laboratory and manufacturing equipment needed to build out Genitope's Fremont facilities, and Genitope (NASDAQ: GTOP) provided 25 percent as a security deposit. (San Jose Business Journal)
Only $17m for Tcard fiasco, says company Apr 19, 2008
Mr Henson said if ERG's defence failed, the Government could claim $44 million and, since a security deposit of $27 million had been seized, the maximum liability "would be approximately $17 million". Shareholders will vote this year on a plan to restructure ERG by transferring its main operating businesses to a venture 50/50 owned by ERG and Mr Saville. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
