A bill taking effect Jan. 1 lowers the amount California landlords can collect for security deposits from members of the U.S. military.

Under SB 644 by Sen. Steve Glazer, D-Orinda, security deposits for active military are limited to one months’ rent for unfurnished units and two months’ rent for furnished ones.


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