Can my landlord keep my deposit because of damage?
When you move out, try to leave your place reasonably clean and not damaged.
Even if you leave the place in good condition, the landlord might still claim that you did not. So it's a good idea to make sure you can prove it.
If your landlord claims you left the place damaged or dirty, they might come after you for money. If you paid a deposit when you moved in, they might try to keep it.
But they're only allowed to use:
- a rent for your last rent , or
- a key deposit to replace keys you did not return.
As well, they'll probably not give you a good reference when you're looking for a new place to live.