Do most of the target market own pets, but your property is a pet-free rental?

The tenant wants her deposit refunded but I believe she owes my money for at least a pet fee and to clean the house back up.

(Sorry but #2 is a pet peeve of mine.

If you convince the judge that the tenant's certification is not true, the court will lift the stay and you can proceed to evict the tenant.Tenant Files for Bankruptcy Before You Win PossessionIf you have not won a judgment for eviction when your tenant files for bankruptcy, and the tenant is (or becomes) behind in the rent, or violates another term of the tenancy (such as keeping a pet in violation of a no-pets clause), you can't deliver a termination notice, let alone start the eviction process.

Pet rent vs fee - how are these different?

@Eileen BrownGood morning Eileen,I would set a time line and maybe make some sacrifices to get what/where you need.There are many caring people looking for pets, if you need to reduce your "pack".MikeRemind me why you "Ha e to mo e back to the area for medical reasons."

I also got insurance that will allow small pets, so we can attract the tenants who want to enjoy the huge backyard and nearby dog park.

BUT you charge for pet fee and some kind of non-refundable fee for allowing pet.

Maybe a pet rock thats it . 

S1 has a cat and a pet squirrel living with him.