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Question: it has been 31 days since we have moved out. 4 days after we moved out the landlord scheduled an inspection date to give back our deposit and for us to turn in the keys to the dwelling. 8 days after we moved out we had the inspection with the landlord. at the inspection we gave the landlord the keys. after going through the house with cell phone lights (the power was turned off) the landlord said she wanted to reschedule during daylight. that was 27 days ago and they won't return our calls at all. do i need to send them a security deposit request letter or can i just take them to small claims.

Answer: Please review the article on this website titled “Security Deposits”. For information on small claims process, please review the article “Small Claims Court Process”. For more information you may want to call the Landlord/Tenant Counseling hotline at 602-262-7210. Property issues can be complex and time sensitive. You may want to consult with an attorney to see how the law applies to your situation. Please visit our website for information on legal aid options that may be available to you.