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In most states, the landlord can ask for whatever they wish, however certain states have taken precautions by creating consumer protections for these situations.

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Legally in the States of California and Oregon he/she cannot ask for first and last month's rent plus said deposit. However the deposit can be upwards of the amount of last months rent.

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