Florida's treatment of security deposits varies from many states in that it is required that a security deposit be kept in its own account in a Florida bank.

I don't care what the reason is; once they put the deposit down, they are under contract.

If you ask the manager to justify a fee and he starts hemming and hawing, move on or require them to remove the fee.

Typically we (the builder) require 15% down on our contracts. 

Something that requires more effort than spackling small holes.

All deposits and rents are collected through RentRedi. 

I forget; it was payment processing related) that required me to have a website for the business.

deposit to account xxx?

Making additional payments or taking a shorter term are just depositing more into that savings account (it's not like the property appreciates more by paying down the loan). 

Just be sure to clarify that she isn’t a leaseholder but is authorized to reside in the unit.If you’re concerned about liability or want more peace of mind, you could ask the primary applicant for additional security, such as a higher deposit, depending on what’s allowed under Colorado law.