Ask Amy: Landlord wonโt give security deposit back - what can I do?
We get a lot of questions about landlord tenant law and what landlords can and cannot legally do. A renter asked Amy Davis about her security deposit back. She says she left her duplex in good condition, and she gave 30 days' notice, but her landlord is not giving it back. What can she do? Yolanda Burnett's question about the deposit is a little different.
Can a landlord lock me out of my apartment? Renterโs rights FAQ
From unhealthy and dangerous living conditions to sky-high rent increases, we get a lot of questions about your rights when it comes to renting. The issues impact a lot of people. At least half of all Houstonians are renters. We brought some of your questions to Lone Star Legal Aid attorney Eric Kwartler to get answers.