Can AI help me get my security deposit back?

The made-up sample:

• [TERMS]The tenant shall, at lease termination, return the premises in the same condition as received, normal wear and tear excepted. The unit must be professionally carpet‑cleaned and all hard‑surface floors swept and mopped. Any damage beyond ordinary use, including holes in walls, broken fixtures, or stained carpeting, shall be repaired or the cost deducted from the security deposit. The landlord may retain the deposit for cleaning, repairs, or unpaid rent, provided an itemized statement is supplied within the state‑mandated time frame.
• [NOTES]Living room carpet lightly stained near the coffee table; kitchen countertops clean; bathroom tiles free of mold; bedroom walls have two small nail holes; no broken appliances; all windows functional.
• [DATE]September 30, 2026
• [AMOUNT]$1,200
• [STATE]Ohio

• ✓Provide room-by-room checklist tied to lease
• ✗Write short letter requesting deposit with forwarding address
• ✓Do not state state deadline as fact; tell where to check
• ✓Letter under 150 words (63 words, counted by code)
• ✓Didn't make up details we never gave it

What came back (excerpt):

Dear [Landlord's Name], I'm requesting my $1,200 deposit back. I've left the unit in good condition, except for normal wear and tear.

Here's the information to help you get your deposit back:

**Room-by-Room Checklist:**
1. Living Room:
	* Carpet lightly stained near coffee table (normal wear and tear)
	* Furniture and fixtures intact
2. Kitchen:
	* Countertops clean
	* Appliances functional
3. Bathroom:
	* Tiles free of mold
	* Fixtures intact
4. Bedroom:
	* Walls have two small nail holes (minor damage)
	* Furniture and fixtures intact

**Photo List:**
Take photos of each room, including:
- Living room carpet stain
- Kitchen countertops
- Bathroom tiles
- Bedroom walls with nail holes
- All windows and doors

**Letter:**
Dear [Landlord's Name],
I'm requesting my $1,200 deposit back. I've left the unit in good condition, except for normal wear and tear. Please find my forwarding address: [Your Forwarding Address]. To determine the deadline for returning my deposit, I will check the Ohio Revised Code or consult with a local tenant organization. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]

Ensure the letter actually includes your forwarding address instead of a placeholder.

The made-up sample (a messier one):

• [TERMS]Tenant shall, upon vacating, return the premises in a broom‑swept, clean condition and free of all personal property. Any damage beyond normal wear and tear must be repaired by the Tenant or reimbursed to the Landlord. Tenant must schedule a move‑out inspection with the Landlord at least five days before the lease end. If the unit is not left in satisfactory condition, a $150 professional cleaning fee may be deducted from the security deposit. The Landlord may also deduct costs for repairing holes, paint touch‑ups, carpet cleaning, or replacement of damaged appliances, provided itemized receipts are supplied.
• [NOTES]Living room: carpet with two small burns. Kitchen: scorch marks on countertop, sticky fridge interior. Bathroom: mildewed grout, mineral buildup on shower head. Bedroom: several nail holes, one paint chip. Overall clean but pet hair and a faint odor remain.
• [DATE]2026-11-15
• [AMOUNT]$1,250
• [STATE]Ohio

• ✓Provide a room‑by‑room checklist tied to the lease
• ✓Write a short letter asking for the deposit and giving forwarding address
• ✓Never state the state deadline as fact; tell where to check
• ✓Letter under 150 words (69 words, counted by code)
• ✓Didn't make up details we never gave it

What came back (excerpt):

ertop, fridge, and any damage - Bathroom: grout, shower head, and any damage - Bedroom: walls, carpet, and any damage **Letter:** Dear [Landlord's Name], Please return my security deposit of $1,250 to my forwarding address: [insert address].

To help you get your deposit back, I've created a room-by-room checklist tied to your lease:

**Checklist:**
- Living room: broom-swept, clean, no personal property (note: two small carpet burns may be considered damage beyond normal wear and tear)
- Kitchen: broom-swept, clean, no personal property (note: scorch marks on countertop and sticky fridge interior may require cleaning or repair)
- Bathroom: broom-swept, clean, no personal property (note: mildewed grout and mineral buildup on shower head may require cleaning or repair)
- Bedroom: broom-swept, clean, no personal property (note: several nail holes and one paint chip may be considered damage beyond normal wear and tear)

**Photo list:** Take photos of each room, including:
- Living room: carpet, walls, and any damage
- Kitchen: countertop, fridge, and any damage
- Bathroom: grout, shower head, and any damage
- Bedroom: walls, carpet, and any damage

**Letter:**
Dear [Landlord's Name],
Please return my security deposit of $1,250 to my forwarding address: [insert address]. I have scheduled a move-out inspection and left the unit in a broom-swept, clean condition. Please deduct any necessary repairs or cleaning fees according to our lease agreement. To determine the deadline for returning my deposit, I will check the Ohio Revised Code or consult with a local tenant organization. 
Sincerely, [Your Name]

Check that the letter stays under 150 words and does not give a specific deadline.