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While the economy has steadily improved in many areas, it’s still important to protect yourself from the perils of a bankrupt tenant. When negotiating with a prospective tenant—especially one that’s small or not financially strong—keep in mind that if it experiences financial problems the security deposit could wind up being your only access to funds that can compensate you if the tenant stops paying rent or otherwise breaches the lease.