Property Management
In California, a landlord must return a security deposit within how many days of a tenant moving out?
A14 days
B21 days✓ Correct
C30 days
D60 days
Explanation
California Civil Code requires landlords to return the security deposit (or provide an itemized statement of deductions) within 21 days after the tenant vacates.
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