Property Management

Which of the following is a key provision of the NC Residential Rental Agreements Act regarding security deposit deductions?

ALandlords may deduct for normal wear and tear
BLandlords may deduct only for damages beyond normal wear and tear, unpaid rent, and other specified items✓ Correct
CLandlords may deduct any amount without itemization
DTenants must agree to all deductions in writing

Explanation

NC law permits landlords to deduct from security deposits only for damages beyond normal wear and tear, unpaid rent, breach of lease terms, and other allowable items — but not for ordinary wear and tear.

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