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Most landlords seem to see the Deposit as a means to offset any little expenses they may incur during a tenancy.
When I move in / out of a flat, I now take pics of the place on my digital camera in case the agency suddenly sends me a bill for 'professional cleaning' or tries to deduct it from the Deposit.
The common approach amongst friends seems to be to not pay the last months rent, so as to minimise the amount they can be ripped off for.Vieze Oude Man
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I was really surprised that this country doesnt have anything like a tenancy tribunal who holds deposits. Then I thought about it a bit more and realised that there is nothing in this country that surprises meOriginally posted by mcquiggd
Would have to agree with you here. Only problem is when your bond is 2 months rentThe common approach amongst friends seems to be to not pay the last months rent, so as to minimise the amount they can be ripped off for.
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Yes this is true, but sueing them in small claims court is a no brainer - my last landlord gave 100% of deposit back, they were big company though but if it was small then I would not hesitate to sue: judges don't take it lightly when landlords take deposit like that - the burden of prove will fall on the landlord and this means receipts etc.Originally posted by mcquiggd
Not sure but I think heater maintenance, oven and possibly electric stuff in shower (if there is one) are responsibility of the landlord by law, probably from safety point of view.Comment
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Originally posted by MailmanI was really surprised that this country doesnt have anything like a tenancy tribunal who holds deposits. Then I thought about it a bit more and realised that there is nothing in this country that surprises me
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new laws comping in soon say a 3rd party have to hold the deposit, or the landlord has to have an insurance setup for the deposit, this is a pain in the backside because I now have to think about doing this for my rental property....arse!SA says;
Well you looked so stylish I thought you batted for the other camp - thats like the ultimate compliment!
I couldn't imagine you ever having a hair out of place!
n5gooner is awarded +5 Xeno Geek Points.(whatever these are)Comment
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On a related note how many here are having to get the new "Property Licenses" they've been going on about recently?"Being nice costs nothing and sometimes gets you extra bacon" - Pondlife.Comment
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