Rental deposit help!

pmlindyloo

Helena_handbasket wrote: »

I have an email forwarded to me from the letting agents that was sent by the landlady saying the property was left in good condition and to release the full amount to the lead tenant. I had no issue with deductions being made but I am sure nothing can be made after the deposit is released.

Do I go the police for theft? Do I try small claims court? The lead tenant told me to 'F Off' when I mentioned the police and told me to never contact him again as it is nothing to do with him?

You have already said that the full amount was released to the lead tenant and you have proof of that.

Do what B&T said and get this in writing from the landlady including dates of when money was sent.

Just deal with one thing at a time.

You can take the lead tenant to the Small Claims court but will be expected to try and sort this out first.

Once you have the confirmation letter from the LL then write to the lead tenant and ask for your part of the whole deposit sending a copy of the LL's letter and saying that you will be proceeding with legal action (as is your right) if they do not respond/reimburse you.

Then give the lead tenant 7 days (or whatever) to reply.

Of course, keep copies of all correspondence and receipt of posting in case you go to court.

Useful guide here:

http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/england/law_e/law_legal_system_e/law_taking_legal_action_e/small_claims.htm