Deduction Validity Checker

Depreciation Benchmarks (Educational)

Many disputes come down to whether a charge reflects the item's age/condition or tries to charge full replacement cost. This tool uses rough useful-life benchmarks to estimate depreciation (your state may have different standards):

Note for California: Cal. Civ. Code § 1950.5(e) - Deductions must account for depreciation

Example: If carpet was 7 years old when you moved in and you lived there for 2 years, the carpet is now 9 years into its 10-year life. The landlord can only charge you for 10% of replacement cost.