Security Deposit Deduction Rules

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In New Jersey, landlords must return security deposits within 30 days of lease termination. Deductions are limited to unpaid rent, damages beyond normal wear and tear, and certain repair expenses. Brokerage commissions or agent fees for re-renting cannot be deducted. If you left the property in good condition, you should receive an itemized list of deductions. For more information, refer to the New Jersey Security Deposit Law or consult a local attorney.

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I am in New Jersey, my landlord is not returning my security deposit claiming the following deductions: 2 months rent, handyman charges, and brokerage commission for re renting the unit.
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To assist you better, could you let me know if you left the rental property in good condition and if you have any documentation or receipts related to the deductions your landlord claims?
Here are some key points about security deposits in New Jersey:
- Landlords must return security deposits within 30 days of lease termination.
- Deductions can only be made for unpaid rent, damage beyond normal wear and tear, or other lease violations.
- Itemized list of deductions must be provided.
I left the rental property in good condition and have the following text message about moving out on */* (the lease ends */*):
****, I understand your situation. In New Jersey, there are specific rules regarding the return of security deposits:
- The landlord must return the security deposit within 30 days after you move out.
- They can only deduct for unpaid rent, damages beyond normal wear and tear, and certain expenses related to repairing the property.
- They cannot charge you for re-renting fees or brokerage commissions.
Have you received an itemized list of deductions from your landlord?
In NJ, can a landlord charge a tenant a brokerage commission due to breaking a lease.
In New Jersey, a landlord cannot charge a tenant a brokerage commission for re-renting the unit as part of security deposit deductions. They can only deduct for:
- Unpaid rent
- Damages beyond normal wear and tear
- Certain expenses related to repairing the property
Have you received an itemized list of deductions from your landlord?
Can you site your source for the above answer?
Sure, I can provide general legal information based on New Jersey law. Here are the relevant rules regarding security deposits in New Jersey:
- New Jersey Security Deposit Law (N.J.S.A. *:*-* to *) states that a landlord must return the security deposit within 30 days after the tenant vacates the property.
- The landlord can only deduct from the security deposit for unpaid rent, damages beyond normal wear and tear, and certain expenses related to repairing the property.
- Re-renting fees or brokerage commissions cannot be deducted from the security deposit.
For more detailed information, you can refer to the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs website or consult a local attorney.
Is there anything else you need assistance with?
Can they charge me the agent fee as a part of the cost to re-rent the apartment
In New Jersey, a landlord cannot charge a tenant a brokerage commission or agent fee for re-renting the unit as part of the security deposit deductions. They can only deduct for:
- Unpaid rent
- Damages beyond normal wear and tear
- Certain expenses related to repairing the property
Is there anything else you need assistance with?