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Moving out of Rental Housing

Tips for Moving Out of a Rental Unit

This video provides tips and steps you should take when moving out of a rental unit, to avoid problems and help get your security deposit back.

Forms

Easy-to-complete forms that may help with your housing issue.

MOVING OUT OF RENTAL HOUSING

Letter to Request Return of a Security Deposit

This form helps you write a letter to your landlord documenting the condition of your old rental unit and providing your new contact information.

Articles

Answers to common questions about housing issues.

MOVING OUT OF RENTAL HOUSING

How to get your Security Deposit back

This article provides information about getting your security deposit back after you move.

MOVING OUT OF RENTAL HOUSING

Checklist for Moving Out of a Rental Unit

This is a checklist of steps that renters can take to avoid problems with a landlord when moving out.

Resources

These resources may be able to help with your housing issue.

Apply for Help from Legal Aid

If you are facing eviction or have questions about your rental housing situation, contact Legal Aid to see if you qualify for free legal help.

West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness

The Coalition identifies, assesses, refers, and connects people experiencing a housing crisis to assistance and housing based on their strengths and needs.

Findhelp.org

Find free or reduced-cost resources in West Virginia for help with food, housing, financial assistance and more by entering your zip code.