Property Management

Under Georgia law, a landlord may legally deduct from a security deposit for:

ANormal wear and tear
BDamage beyond normal wear and tear and any unpaid rent✓ Correct
CAny repairs the landlord wants to make
DCleaning costs regardless of move-in condition

Explanation

Georgia landlords may deduct from security deposits for: damage beyond normal wear and tear, unpaid rent, and cleaning necessary beyond what existed at move-in. Normal wear and tear cannot be deducted.

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