Property ManagementIntermediateAlabama Exam

An Alabama residential landlord may NOT deduct from a security deposit:

ACost of repairing damage beyond normal wear and tear
BUnpaid rent
CNormal wear and tear from regular useCorrect
DCost of cleaning a unit left dirty

Why Normal wear and tear from regular use Is Correct

Answer C: Normal wear and tear from regular use

Normal wear and tear (the gradual deterioration from regular use) is a landlord's responsibility and cannot be charged to the tenant's security deposit.

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