A clean break from the situation is a nice resolution.

I work in the finance industry, and a flat rate makes everyone aware regardless the amount that's for sure. variables = confusion, confusion = disputes, disputes... well yeah its no good.

@Karen MargraveWith an extra seven (that's 50%) people, the wear and tear will greatly increase; there will be 50% more load on water and sewer systems; more laundry, etc.Your in a "lengthy eviction state", so, in your shoes, I would start the process immediately and issues he necessary notifications for non-compliance with the lease; if find a workable resolution, you can always halt the process.You could give them a deadline to have the numbers reduced (i.e.

I hope the outcome brings swift resolution to you and your family!

Hi Kevin,Most often security deposits are governed by state law and resources for disputes can found through the office of the Attorney General.

UpdateI went to court this morning, tenants didn't dispute the eviction. 

You have no rights as a tenant to make any assessment on the value of your contribution and any portion of non payment can result in an eviction.What you do have is the right to stop doing the maintenance or apply through your state landlord/tenant dispute system for a rent rebate.You will need to read your state landlord tenant regulations to find out exactly what your rights are and how to claim as every state has different regulations.Rather than do that I advise tenants that are not happy to move.

No YesDo you dispute any of the information on that tenant statement?

You only have yourself to blame if your tenant doesn't do the right thing, or maintain your property well.I meant with my agent who owns a property in the high class suburbs of Atlanta, and he seems to having if not the same, but more issues with his suburban tenants with drugs, headaches and disputes, then another individual would have on section 8. 

My management company doesn’t dispute this fact.