Letter from Landlord to Tenant Returning security deposit less deductions - Michigan 2026

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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
  2. Begin by entering the date at the top of the document. This sets the context for your communication.
  3. Fill in the tenant’s name and address of the premises where they resided. Ensure accuracy for proper identification.
  4. In the section labeled 'Return of your Deposit', clearly state the total amount of the security deposit being returned.
  5. Itemize any deductions from the deposit, specifying reasons such as unpaid rent, damages, or cleaning costs. This transparency is crucial.
  6. Calculate and enter the remaining balance that will be returned to the tenant alongside this letter.
  7. Conclude with your signature, name, and title if applicable, ensuring it reflects your authority as a landlord or agent.
  8. Lastly, select how you delivered this notice to the tenant by checking one of the options provided at the bottom.

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A landlord in Michigan can legally deduct funds from the security deposit for repairs caused by damage beyond normal wear and tear, unpaid rent, or excessive cleaning costs. They can also deduct funds for unpaid utility bills if listed in the lease agreement.
Sample letter: Security deposit letter for full refund Dear [Residents Name], This letter serves as confirmation that your security deposit of $[Amount] is being returned in full. Thank you for leaving the rental property in good condition. Please find the enclosed check for the total amount of your deposit.
Unless the tenant committed damage that needed to be cleaned, such as wine stains on the carpet, landlords are not allowed to remove cleaning costs from the security deposit. A non-refundable cleaning fee, however, may be assessed by landlords in addition to the security deposit.
Normal wear and tear refers to the gradual, expected deterioration of a rental unit over time. This might include faded paint, minor carpet wear, or loose door hinges. Under Michigan landlord tenant law, tenants are not responsible for these changes.
Your landlord or agent is only entitled to keep all or part of your deposit if they can show that they have lost out financially because of your actions, for example, if you have caused damage to the property or you owe rent.

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Handling Disputes The landlord must either restore the appropriate sum or file a lawsuit for a monetary judgment if the tenant opposes the landlords withholding of any portion of the security deposit within 45 days of the date that the tenant vacates the property.
How Much Can Landlords Charge for a Security Deposit in California? As of July 2024, Californias house rental security deposit law sets a limit of one months rent for most security deposits. Smaller landlords are the exception, and anyone renting four or less units is allowed to charge two months rent.

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