Change of Address
Answers for Renters

When you move out of a rental home, you want to receive a refund of your security deposit as soon as possible. Within 21 calendar days of when you move out, the property manager or owner must send you a written statement explaining each specific item deducted from your security deposit and a check for any remaining balance. Be sure to provide the manager or owner with an address to mail your security deposit so this important piece of mail does not get delayed or go astray.
        
If you are moving into temporary housing, such as staying with a friend or relative, you may not know your new permanent address. Go ahead and provide the address of a local friend or relative who agrees to collect your mail in the meanwhile.
        
Notify the postal service of your forwarding address as well. In addition to your security deposit statement, you probably have other important pieces of mail coming as a result of your move, such as closing bills from the utility company.
        
You can pick up a change of address form at your local post office. For faster and easier service, you can change your address using the United States Postal Service web site on the Internet. Simply go online at www.usps.com and click on "Change Address" to access this service.