His wedding venues in Dallas all shut down suddenly recently & left many couples out their deposits & venues!

Sometimes it can be difficult to collect and some landlords will keep any unpaid utilities out of the security deposit, though CA is one of the trickier states to do this in.

If a bank has to pay out 5% to get deposits then they usually want 7% to lend back out or it's not worth their time.  

My HOA pays for everything related to the structure and my cash flow is $200 after HOA dues so I only tend to keep 2 months of rent in reserves per unit + the tenant deposit

I have done small things like switch from glass wine cups to acryliic ones that look like glass and take a damage deposit of $250 that helps mitigate small things breaking that are over $50.

All you are going to do is put a deposit on it, hold it, and then try to resell it into a much smaller network than it is on now.

I invested with D32, and like a lot of others, cannot get my deposit back.

Or do they just want to sign an agreement to move out in 30 days and you'll give them their full deposit in cash on move-out day, if they leave the place clean?

@Gash Nookala,Renting can indeed be slower in winter, but here are some tips to boost interest:Enhance Listing: Ensure your listing has detailed descriptions and high-quality photos—consider professional photography if needed.Competitive Pricing: Double-check local comps; even a slight price adjustment or incentives (like a reduced deposit) could attract more interest.Broaden Marketing: Beyond Zillow, Hemlane, and MLS, use social media, community boards, and local business connections to reach a wider audience.Flexible Lease Terms: Offering shorter or month-to-month leases might appeal to tenants during this slower season.Local Property Manager: A local pro can tap into their network and help fill the vacancy faster.These steps should help you find a tenant despite the seasonal slowdown.

Offer to give them their full deposit in cash on move-out day, if they leave the place clean and empty, etc.