You paid a refundable deposit when you rented an apartment. You left the apartment in good condition but the Landlord won't return your deposit. Write a letter to the landlord. In your letter explain why you are writing ask for the return of your deposit inform the landlord of possible legal action

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Dear Mr Johnson, My name is Artem and I was renting your apartment located near the Sherbrooke metro station. The reason I am writing to you is that I have not received the deposit I made to be able to move in with my cat.
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it was prohibited to have a cat due to the contract restrictions. But we agreed if I made a deposit that covers the cost of repairing the flat, it would be possible to add a pet-friendly option
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the contract.
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, it was mentioned that the financials will be returned as soon as the lease is over. Unfortunately, it has been already a month since I moved out, but I have not received any money. I am sure that there is some misunderstanding. Could you please clarify what is happening with the return? I am afraid I will have to go to court if the money will not be returned in the near future. Please feel free to contact 43838732202 if you have any information. Yours faithfully, Artem.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • refundable deposit
  • rental agreement
  • amicably
  • tenancy
  • diligently maintained
  • legal proceedings
  • inspect
  • wear and tear
  • withhold
  • non-compliance
  • promptly
  • documented evidence
  • liability
  • small claims court
  • tenants' rights
  • non-negotiable
  • deadline
  • escalation
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