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You already know what <strong>to</strong> <strong>do</strong> <strong>when</strong> <strong>moving</strong> <strong>out</strong> <strong>of</strong> a <strong>rental</strong> <strong>to</strong> avoid deposit deductions – all<br />

that is left <strong>to</strong> <strong>do</strong> now is send a written request by certified mail (with return receipt requested)<br />

<strong>to</strong> your former landlord (keep in mind that you’re required <strong>to</strong> provide your new address in<br />

your request). Depending on your state law, the landlord will have two <strong>to</strong> three weeks after<br />

receiving the letter <strong>to</strong> either return your deposit money or provide a written statement <strong>of</strong><br />

deductions (for unpaid utility bills, repairing damaged items, cleaning the <strong>property</strong>, etc.).<br />

If there’s no response or if you disagree with your landlord’s statement, you might need <strong>to</strong> go<br />

<strong>to</strong> small claims court <strong>to</strong> settle the issue.<br />

Conclusion<br />

Whether you’re <strong>moving</strong> <strong>out</strong> <strong>of</strong> a <strong>rental</strong> or your own <strong>property</strong>, <strong>moving</strong> house is a difficult and<br />

stressful process that requires a lot <strong>of</strong> careful planning, meticulous organization, and hard<br />

work. Make sure you research all your options, plan your <strong>move</strong> well, find affordable and<br />

trustworthy <strong>moving</strong> partners <strong>to</strong> work with, book their services as early as possible, pack<br />

safely and efficiently, take care <strong>of</strong> all the necessary <strong>moving</strong> tasks and preparations, and<br />

ensure a smooth and successful relocation. Happy new life in your new home!<br />

References<br />

ETHAN GREENFIELDON(2018) | <strong>What</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>do</strong> <strong>when</strong> <strong>moving</strong> <strong>out</strong> <strong>of</strong> a <strong>rental</strong> <strong>property</strong>: <strong>tenant</strong><br />

<strong>move</strong> <strong>out</strong> <strong>checklist</strong> | Moving Tips. Retrieved on 26-06-2018 from<br />

https://<strong>moving</strong>.tips/pre-<strong>move</strong>-tips/<strong>tenant</strong>-<strong>move</strong>-<strong>out</strong>-<strong>checklist</strong>/<br />

(2016) | When <strong>do</strong> I have <strong>to</strong> tell my landlord that I am <strong>moving</strong> <strong>out</strong>? | Settlement. Retrieved on<br />

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https://settlement.org/ontario/housing/rent-a-home/<strong>tenant</strong>-rights-and-responsibilities/<strong>when</strong><strong>do</strong>-i-have-<strong>to</strong>-tell-my-landlord-that-i-am-<strong>moving</strong>-<strong>out</strong>/<br />

ERIN EBERLIN(2018) | 10 Items Landlords Must Check Off Before Tenant Move | The<br />

Balance Small Business. Retrieved on 26-06-2018 from<br />

https://www.thebalancesmb.com/landlord-actions-before-<strong>move</strong>-in-2125027<br />

BetterRemovalistsCanberra(2017) | 5 Major Differences Between Good and Bad Removalists<br />

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