Vanderleigh Properties AKA Praxis Realty

Why do you say that small claims court is pointless? If you're in the right, you should pursue justice. If you just walk away, too, of course they'll say "sue me" 'cause nobody does & it's quick easy money for them. Good luck & go for it!

Because, the odds are they won't pay. And if they don't, there is virtually no recourse.

Can't speak to small-claims court, but the BS you describe is exactly why I usually just tell them to use the security deposit for last month's rent (even though that's technically prohibited by the lease).

I guess you're right. It's one thing to get a judgement, quite another to collect it. I guess I've been watching too much Judge Judy. Of course, if you can get on there ...... doesn't the show actually pay the judgement?