Property Management
Under California law, what is the maximum security deposit a landlord may collect for an unfurnished residential unit?
AOne month's rent
BTwo months' rent✓ Correct
CThree months' rent
DFour months' rent
Explanation
California Civil Code §1950.5 limits security deposits for unfurnished residential units to two months' rent. For furnished units, the maximum is three months' rent.
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