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Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for a landlord to refuse to return a security deposit in British Columbia?

A landlord cannot arbitrarily withhold a security deposit simply because they've decided not to re-rent the property. Legitimate reasons are tied to financial o

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Question: Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for a landlord to refuse to return a security deposit in British Columbia?

Answer options:

  • The tenant caused damage beyond normal wear and tear.
  • The tenant still owes unpaid rent.
  • The tenant broke the lease early without proper notice or mutual agreement. ✅ The landlord decided they do not want to rent the property anymore.

Correct answer: The landlord decided they do not want to rent the property anymore.

Explanation: A landlord cannot arbitrarily withhold a security deposit simply because they've decided not to re-rent the property. Legitimate reasons are tied to financial obligations (unpaid rent) or physical damage caused by the tenant.

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