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Security Deposit
In Chicago, your landlord must put your security deposit in a bank account that earns interest. They must give you a receipt when you pay it, and they must return it within 45 days of moving out. If your landlord deducts for damages, they must provide a list and receipts within 30 days.
If they don’t, you might get double your deposit back plus interest. If you need help, fill out this form. We will generate a letter you can mail to your landlord.
Security Deposit Issues
Introduction
To get started, we will ask you about nine different scenarios in which you could be entitled to two times your security deposit, plus interest. This scenario assumes a normal move out at the end of a lease. Go back and check the less common sections if you moved out early due to fire, bed bugs, or major issues with the property.
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