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  1. #1
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    Unhappy Eviction Over Late Fees, and Security Deposit

    I moved into an apt. in August (almost 4 months ago). Upon moving in the landlord did not request a security deposit. When i moved in I could see why...the walls were horrible and in need of a paint job and the carpet was awful and stained. Two weeks after moving in he began asking for a deposit. My rent is $575 a month. I gave him $200 at that time. I paid the september rent and added an addtional $275 towards security. In september he gave me a lease to sign which I did. In october I was injured at worked and my rent was 2 weeks late. November 1st he filed eviction proceedings against me for "late fees of $5 a day on the $100 remaining". Which comes to over $400 on a $100 security deposit. This deosnt seem fair...can he evict me for this?

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    panther10758 Guest

    Default Re: eviction over late fees and security deposit? PLEASE HELP

    You failed to pay rent on time thats solid grounds

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    Default Re: eviction over late fees and security deposit? PLEASE HELP

    I have no problem paying the late fee for Oct....but it doesnt seem right to have me pay late fees for the 100 security deposit.

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    panther10758 Guest

    Default Re: eviction over late fees and security deposit? PLEASE HELP

    Why not it wasn't paid?

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    panther10758 Guest

    Default Re: eviction over late fees and security deposit? PLEASE HELP

    yes the late fee for oct was paid


    You failed to pay security deposit and landlord applied a late fee that is not unreasonable.

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    Default Re: eviction over late fees and security deposit? PLEASE HELP

    Some states limit late fees; however you chose not to identify your state.

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