Application Fee Refund Letter Generator

A firm, statute-cited letter demanding a refund of an illegal or marked-up application fee — and an itemized receipt for the screening. Ready to print, mail, or email.

Your name

Your address

Your email (optional)

Landlord / property manager

Property / unit (optional)

Your state

Fee you paid ($)

Date paid (optional)

How it works

Your letter cites your state's application-fee law, states the markup over the real cost of screening, and demands a refund plus an itemized receipt. Send it with proof of delivery and keep a copy.

What the letter demands

A refund of the unlawful or above-cost portion of your fee.
An itemized receipt showing the landlord's actual screening cost and the company used.
Written confirmation of the refund.

Not sure if you were overcharged? Check your fee first, or read your state's rule.

Important

This is a self-help template, not legal advice. Verify your state statute and the current cost of screening. If the fee isn't refunded, that may be worth a complaint to your state Attorney General.