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I have complied with sending the certified notice of intent to deduct for damages. The tenant does not agree with the amount withheld. What documenation or proof will I need to supply, to substantiate the amounts I''m withholding? Will I need to have written proposals or receipts?

Rosemary C, FL on Saturday, October 9, 2010

RE: Deductions from Security Deposits for damages (Florida)

I was looking for info today as well for FL. Tenant broke lease and I have rented, but she keeps calling about security deposit. Found this site - good info. It's a breakdown of costs for repair/damages. Hope this helps! BTW - take pics if you can (or haven't) - tenant called again today and I told her letter and pics will arrive next week. According to the charges on following link, she OWES ME a lot of $ - but we won't go there - part of being a landlord...I am happy she is gone. http://www.thelpa.com/free/charges.pdf

Posted by Patricia K, FL on Saturday, October 9, 2010

RE: Deductions from Security Deposits for damages (Florida)

Actual Law from FL Website: http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?mode=View%20Statutes&SubMenu=1&App_mode=Display_Statute&Search_String=landlord&URL=0000-0099/0083/Sections/0083.595.html

Posted by Patricia K, FL on Saturday, October 9, 2010

RE: Deductions from Security Deposits for damages (Florida)

Thank you, PK! I will be adding the Settlement Charges Guide as an attachment to ALL my future leases. It is a great tool and exactly what I needed!

Posted by Rosemary C, FL on Sunday, October 10, 2010

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