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Lease Issue — Airbnb damage claim vs security deposit

Started by desperate_contractor_2026 · Sep 26, 2024 · 542 views · 3 replies
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desperate_contractor_2026 OP

Has anyone dealt with something like this? I'm not sure what my options are.

Airbnb damage claim vs security deposit. I've been dealing with this for about 11 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have been in this property for 2 years. My monthly rent is $840. I have a written lease.

What's the typical outcome in situations like this?

RJ
RE_Attorney_James Attorney

Licensed attorney — a few thoughts. Here's my take on the legal issues.

There are several legal theories that could apply here. The strongest is probably the implied warranty of habitability, which requires showing uninhabitable.

You should consult with a local attorney who handles these cases. Many offer free initial consultations.

CT
CryptoTrader_2023

I went through almost the exact same thing.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is filing with the appropriate government agency. I'd recommend gathering evidence first instead.

SM
SeniorDevMike_PDX

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.

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