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My landlord won't return my deposit. What can I do?

Costa del Sol (general) · Asked by Chloe B. · 2 answers

I left the flat in good condition but it's been three months with no deposit back and no answers.

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Send a formal written request, ideally by burofax, which gives you proof of delivery. The deposit should be returned within a set period after you hand back the keys, and interest can accrue. If that fails, consider mediation or the courts, perhaps with a lawyer.

by Dave in Mijas
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Keep your photos, the inventory and your payment receipts together.

by Marta R.

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