<prompt> Human: Just for reference, this is in Florida.So, my old realtor tried finding me a place a few times but he was never able to secure anything for me. I gave him the 1500 about a month ago to hold the apartment, but I didnt get the apartment. I didnt check my bank statements either so I didnt notice that the check was cashed until I saw him a couple days ago.So him wasnt doing anything for me as far as finding a place, so I kind of ignored his calls and messages for a few days because I had some issues I had to deal with. I then couldnt afford getting a place through him because of finances and instead I seeked out an apartment complex myself.I work with him at my second job and we worked an event together and he told me that he has my money in escrow. It was really busy so we didnt get to talk any more, but I told him I would contact him about it. Ive never dealt with a situation like this and would like advice on what to say when I contact him as to how to get my money back.  <response>: If hes reminding you that he has your money in escrow, it doesnt sound like hes going to cause any problems. Just tell you him you appreciate his help, but you found an apartment on your own and youd like your escrow back. 