Hi,

Maybe it is a typical issue. For a newbie tenant, leaving property after 4 years, if owner disappears for 5 months (effectively refused) to return security deposit 3.5 x of rental (14k), and when inquired the agent who provided the condo, says damage more than deposit. Which is wrong statement, according to tenant. With standard agreement in place, what options the tenant has to get back the money ? Can/Should take this to the court/litigation ? How much will be lawyers/fees cost, worth compared to the security deposit ? Never delayed rental payment, always repaired/replaced broken stuff, including ceiling fans, to be paid by owner, but never paid..