<prompt> Human: Last year I rented a house with two friends. We paid a 1000 security deposit before we moved in. We kept the house very clean and repaired any damages before we moved out minor damages caused by my roommates dog chewing on the staircase. We had to move out after the lease and couldnt renew because the landlords were selling the house. My roommate spoke to them in person and gave them our new address to forward the security deposit to. They were going to look over the house and give us a refund after they pay for cleaning and repairs. Well we have yet to see the refund or any itemized receipt of repair costs. I just looked at the lease and they should have given us this within 30 days. Though it also says if we dont demand the refund within 6 months the landlord is no longer liable. I feel like the landlord just strung this along so the 6 months would pass and they wouldnt have to pay us. We gave them the address and asked for the refund so technically we did demand it within 6 months. I realize its probably a lost cause but I am going to email them today. Any tips or advice on how to approach this situation?  <response>: You could always take them to small claims court. Its relatively easy, and you seem to have a good claim. Odds are they would just give you the check rather then go through the hassle and risk of court. Good luck - unfortunately this kind of thing happens a lot. 