TIL about landlord keeping entire security deposit

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Hypothetical question

Looking for advice on a legal issue. Here's what happened.

landlord keeping entire security deposit. I've been dealing with this for about 2 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have been renting for 2 years. My monthly rent is $1,889. I have a written lease.

Am I overthinking this or is this a real legal issue worth pursuing?

Illustrative response

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

Illustrative response

Following this thread — Same. 100% same. Please update.

TIL about landlord keeping entire security deposit

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