I am a landlord. I found two dents in the driveway of my rental house. Therefore, I had a professional estimate for repair ($500). I deducted the $500 when I refunded the deposit to the tenants. Although the dents are obviously caused by one Van parked in the driveway for long time, I have to deduct $125 for each of them since 4 guys (friends) rent the house together as a group.
One guys claims this is normal wear and will bring me to the small claim court.
Do you think this is normal wear? Do I need to deduct deposit from one tenant who caused the damage or deduct equally?
Thanks.
One guys claims this is normal wear and will bring me to the small claim court.
Do you think this is normal wear? Do I need to deduct deposit from one tenant who caused the damage or deduct equally?
Thanks.