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Check if your security deposit complies with New Hampshire law. Maximum: 1x rent or $100. 30-day return deadline.

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Your Deposit

$1,800.00

Compliant1.0x monthly rent

New Hampshire Maximum

$1,800.00 (1x rent or $100)

Return Deadline

30 calendar days after move-out

New Hampshire Security Deposit Rules

Deposit Limits

Maximum allowed
1x rent or $100
At $1,800.00/mo
$1,800.00
Pet deposit
Allowed

Return & Holding

Return deadline
30 calendar days
Escrow required
No
Interest required
No
Itemized statement
Required

Statute: N.H. Rev. Stat. § 540-A:6

Max 1x rent or $100, whichever is greater.

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