We think the Buyer got cold feet and was afraid we were going to keep their deposit, so they ginned up a complaint.

@Theresa Harris - Good point....you can also deduct the window expense from her security deposit upon move out.

Ask her to schedule a final walk of the unit on or before (the departure date) with you so that you can arrange for any return of security deposit provided the unit is in satisfactory condition and all contents/trash are removed from the premises. 

That's why we also have a simple early termination for leases (1 month + deposit if there's no damages), because they get to walk clean and we get the property back, no fuss no muss.

every other agent has then direct deposited..  !!! 

@Reuven Kishon: Actually, there are quite a few credit unions around the country that do not have in-state LLC registration requirement either for membership or to establish a deposit account so unless you have a particular need to be in San Diego....

Tenant is suing the landlord (an acquaintance) for not returning security deposit.

Deposit = 1% of purchase price.

Breakdown: $15,000- Deposit from savings$5,000- Rental income from four properties$2,224.04- Option trading income

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.