What are my rights if I moved out of my apartment 2 months early?
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What are my rights if I moved out of my apartment 2 months early?
I spoke with he manager prior to moving out several times and specifically asked if I would lose my security deposit. She said no, as long as I gave a 30 notice in writing. And that I would only be charged a $200 breach of contract fee and would get the remaining money. Even upon walk through when turning in keys, with a witness present, this was said again. A month after I move out she says, I don’t know what I was thinking – your lease says you lose your security deposit (I have this on my voicemail). She knew i didn’t have a copy of lease, as this was taken by ex roomate and I was trusting what she said. Can I do anything?
Asked on January 21, 2013 under Real Estate Law, Ohio
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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Based upon what you have written about, I would write the property manager a letter memorializing the prior telephone conversation that you had on the subject and demand the money that she stated you were owed by a set date. Keep a copy of the letter for future use and need. If the payment's due date comes and goes, then your legal recourse seems to be small claims court.
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