Free Blank Maryland Rent Receipt (2026)
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Maryland rules that this document follows
| Rent receipt rule | Landlord must give a written receipt for rent paid in cash; the tenant may also ask for a written statement of accountSource: Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-205 |
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| Late fee limit | Max 5% of the rent due per periodSource: Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-208(d)(3) |
| Security deposit limit | 1 month' rentSource: Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(b)(1) (HB 1117, eff. 10/1/2024) |
| Statute | Maryland Code, Real Property Title 8 (Landlord and Tenant) |
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