For as much as attorney's charge, they should be able to answer this question.The deposit can be used for cleaning, repairs, and unpaid charges.

There are some lenders that require a deposit up front and is credited at closing for fees.

I'll post updates here in case anyone wants to follow along.We syndicated in the states to fundraise enough for architectural renders, entitlement, legal, and to pay off the land. 1/4 of total funds required have been deposited in our bank account.Convinced a world-class architect to do luxury design for us.

My friend recently told me of this scenario where the person I lease to would perhaps then double book individuals and keep deposits. 

He has paid rent weekly via auto-deposit into my account for 24 months.  

Think of all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.

You can get another $5-10 per night just for allowing pets (don't forget to take a security deposit). 

. - that were new when the S8 tenant moved in 1-2 years ago.Another challenge of finding S8 tenants is many EXPECT you to waive application fees and security deposits. 

Financing- build a relationship with a regional banker, don’t shop for interest rates, start small and build history and loyalty they are your team, Cross collateralize, deposit CD/MM or custodial account with bank for loan, give them monthly updates, nail your deal analysis, do stress tests on your deal analysis-cost/interest rate/deal length/ sale price etc. 12.

If she wants to protect herself, tell her she can record the inspection with pictures, and you will give her a signed copy of the inspection sheet.Honestly, if you anticipate the charges to be less than $500, I would refund the deposit and be done with her.