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title: "Security Deposit: How do you handle tenant security deposits?"
description: "Security deposits collected from tenants are held in a separate account and will remain until the end of tenancy. The property will be inspected after move-out to determine tenant-related damages and will be deducted from the tenant’s deposit accordingly. "
url: "https://smarteggmgmt.com/faq/how-do-you-handle-tenant-security-deposits/"
updated: "2024-11-26"
category: Property Owner FAQ
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# Security Deposit: How do you handle tenant security deposits?

Security deposits collected from tenants are held in a separate account and will remain until the end of tenancy. The property will be inspected after move-out to determine tenant-related damages and will be deducted from the tenant’s deposit accordingly.