by Reichen Kuhl

For some time now, both apartment residents and apartment operators have been too familiar with the drawbacks of security deposits.

Over the years, lawmakers have also grown increasingly concerned. In past efforts to make apartment living more affordable, numerous jurisdictions passed deposit restriction laws imposing limits on deposit amounts, requiring installment plans and regulating how quickly deposits must be returned to renters.

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