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South Carolina Landlord/Tenant FAQs

• Q: How Much Notice Must Be Given Before Either The Landlord Or The Tenant Can End The Rental Agreement?
  A: If your agreement is written, the amount of notice should be stated in it. If you have an oral agreement, either the landlord or the tenant may end the rental … More
• Q: What Is A Security Deposit?
  A: It is the tenant`s money or property held by the landlord in case there are damages or the tenant doesn`t pay the rent.
• Q: How Do I Get My Deposit Back When I Move?
  A: Ask for your deposit back and give the landlord your new address in writing.
• Q: How Long Does The Landlord Have To Return The Deposit?
  A: Within 30 days after the end of the rental agreement or when you ask for it back, whichever is later.
• Q: When Can A Landlord Keep The Security Deposit?
  A: Only when he gives the tenant a written list of what is not being returned, and Why.
• Q: What Happens To The Security Deposit If The Landlord Sells The Place You Are Renting?
  A: You still have a right to get your security deposit back, when the rental agreement ends.
• Q: What Are My Responsibilities As A Tenant?
  A: Pay rent on the date agreed upon with your landlord. Not harm the landlord`s property, disturb other tenants, and keep the premises safe and clean. Be responsible for … More
• Q: What Is Rent?
  A: It is any payment for use of the dwelling unit. This payment includes late charges but not security deposits or any other charges.
• Q: I Can't Afford To Have My Water Turned On Right Now. Can I Be Forced To Move Out?
  A: Yes, because the plumbing will not work, and it is illegal to live in unsanitary conditions.
• Q: My Landlord Came In To Fix My Sink And Left Me A Note That My House Was A Health Hazard And Unless I Cleaned He Would Evict Me. Can He Do That?
  A: Not if your apartment was only messy. If your house is rat or roach infested because of how you keep it, then he can evict you for being a nuisance or destroying the …
• Q: Can The Landlord Refuse To Make Repairs If I'm Late Or Behind In Paying Rent?
  A: No. The landlord must comply with requirements of state and local building and housing codes which generally require the property be kept in good repair.

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