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    Move-Out Settlement: How Deposit Refunds Should Actually Work

    8 min read · 2 December 2025

    Every legitimate deduction explained, with rupee ranges. Stop accepting vague 'painting + cleaning' charges.

    'Wear and tear' is not a deduction. Indian rental law and consumer-court precedent are clear: normal use of a property — faded paint after 2+ years, minor scuffs, light kitchen grease — cannot be billed to the tenant. Landlords can only recover the cost of damage beyond reasonable use.

    Legitimate deductions (and typical ranges)

    Deductions to push back on

    The Propey settlement flow

    Landlord uploads Move-Out Condition Report within 7 days of handover. Our engine auto-compares it to your Move-In Report. Each proposed deduction needs a photo + invoice. You approve, counter, or escalate to DisputeDesk in one tap. Whatever you both agree on releases instantly from escrow to your UPI.