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Old 04-04-2014, 01:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Bobbie416 View Post
What you are describing is damage to your property. I feel you have every right to keep the damages deposit. You need to replace the decorative pillows on the sofa and you may need to paint if you cannot remove the red wine easily. I would never leave a house in that condition. If a major accident occurred, I would tell the owner immediately. I would not want these people back either. This is more than filth. It is damage IMHO.
I agree, this definitely sounds like property damage as opposed to just simply dirty and/or even filthy. I think you have a case for keeping some of the deposit if not all, especially if you have to repaint.