security deposit
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By getting creative with furniture, plants, art and lighting, you can make your rental feel like a home without risking the loss of your security deposit.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 30, 2026
I wouldn’t heavily renovate a rental property and still expect to get my security deposit back, especially without first discussing my plans with the landlord or management company.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 30, 2026
When entering a lease, you’re providing the landlord with the first month’s rent and a security deposit.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 4, 2025
"There are one-time costs such as the security deposit, application fees and potential broker fees. Moving expenses can be surprisingly high — even if you're moving only a short distance."
From Salon ● Feb. 15, 2025
They put the money toward a security deposit for a one-bed- room apartment in the Twenties, off Third Avenue.
From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri
