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October 23, 2014

Landlords make more scratch charging for pets

  • Pet security deposits are getting steeper and a monthly pet payment ranging from $10 to $50 is quickly becoming the norm.
  • By SUE MANNING
    Associated Press

    LOS ANGELES — Man's best friend is taking a bite out of renters' wallets.

    Pet security deposits register in the hundreds of dollars and are getting steeper. Now, a monthly rental payment ranging from $10 to $50 is quickly becoming the norm, adding to the cost. Apartment managers nationwide say they require some safety net against pet damage, while others won't allow animals at all.


     
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