However, it does mean forfeiting the deposits which is tough to swallow. 

Always charge at least some sort of security deposit, and the first months rent up front upon movein.7. 

Needless to say the 95 page home inspection revealed that the property is in less than move-in-ready conditioned.We cancelled Escrow and requested our deposit back.

.: I don't charge deposits for animals because deposits are fully refundable.

Not sure the extent but f the damage yet but the few things she told me about will go beyond the security deposit.  

That is not a benefit for you, nor any kind of evidence that they are worthy of becoming a resident.That issue aside, I would not allow someone with a recent eviction on my property unless the "unfortunate circumstance" was unlikely to recur AND they otherwise have a strong historical track record of making payments AND they would put down a very large security deposit.

Tim, in lieu of a damage deposit, have you utilized A deposit insurance such as Rhino? 

I did not read the rules around security deposits. you may be allowed to use those funds and still file a small claims action for any remainder, but I can't imagine that it would be worth it if you have at least one month's rent in security deposit. 

So it is really looking more at bank deposits, but most mom and pop owners won't share bank statements.  

Earnest Money Deposit 3.