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What are the typical move-in costs? I know first and last, but what is a typical security deposit? Is it usually first, last, and security? And what about security deposit for pets?

Joyce D, CA on Monday, January 12, 2015

RE: Move in costs

In California, all moneys above first months rent are considered deposit. The deposit cannot be more than the equivalent of 2 months rent unless the tenant has water filled furniture in which case it can be up to 3 times rent.

Posted by Kathy J, WI on Tuesday, January 13, 2015

RE: Move in costs

Thanks! That is very helpful. So a security deposit for pets would be part of the extra beyond last month's rent.

Posted by Joyce D, CA on Tuesday, January 13, 2015

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