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Bond return?

Hello,

When we moved into our flat 7/8 years ago we put down a £500 bond. We always pay our rent on time every month.

Are we entitled to this back or some of this back as we have been renting from her for so long?

Thank you

Comments

  • theGrinch
    theGrinch Posts: 3,133 Forumite
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    on a prime facie basis no, but best to speak with your LL as to her flexibility.
    "enough is a feast"...old Buddist proverb
  • DVardysShadow
    DVardysShadow Posts: 18,949 Forumite
    Assuming you are leaving, if you hand the place back in the same condition as when you moved in - allowing for fair wear and tear, you are entitled to you deposit back in full.

    You do have a reciept for it, I assume?
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  • G_M
    G_M Posts: 51,977 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    You are entitled to it back when you leave.

    In full unless you have caused damage or owe rent or other debts to the landlord.

    As DV says, do you have a receipt, or is the bond/deposit mentioned in the original tenancy agreement?
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