Property Management
Pennsylvania law limits a residential security deposit to:
AOne month's rent for the entire tenancy
BTwo months' rent for the first year, and one month's rent after the second year and beyond✓ Correct
CThree months' rent for any lease term
DNo limit — the landlord and tenant negotiate freely
Explanation
Pennsylvania's Landlord and Tenant Act limits residential security deposits to two months' rent during the first year of a tenancy and one month's rent from the second year forward. Excess deposits must be returned to the tenant.
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