Property Management
Under California law, what is the maximum security deposit a landlord may collect from an unfurnished residential tenant?
AOne month's rent
BTwo months' rent✓ Correct
CThree months' rent
DFour months' rent
Explanation
California Civil Code Section 1950.5 limits security deposits for unfurnished residential rentals to two months' rent. For furnished units the maximum is three months' rent. This cap applies regardless of whether the deposit is labeled as 'security,' 'cleaning,' or 'key' deposit.
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