Questions answered by Ryan J. Weatherstone

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Lease question

Ryan's answer | Answered on June 07, 2013

I agree, small claims . . . let them explain it to a judge. Ask for double the deposit due to the intentional refusal to return the money.

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How can I enforce late fee from tenant?

Ryan's answer | Answered on June 06, 2013

A 10 day comply or vacate notice covers violations of written lease/rental agreement terms. RCW 59.18.180, RCW 59.12.030(4), and RCW 59.12.040...

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My fridge quit working and it may take 7-10 days to repair. Can I get compensation for food cost lost?

Ryan's answer | Answered on June 06, 2013

I agree with Ms. Powell. Just to add a quick note, I have talked to tenants who have brought successful cases against the landlord for a...

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What if other people are residing on property that arent on lease, how do I adress them being served a three day notice.

Ryan's answer | Answered on June 05, 2013

I agree with Ms. Powell. Everyone on the property is entitled to service of the notice as there may be a subleasing agreement. RCW 59.12.060...

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The condo I rent recently sold at a foreclosure auction, does the new owner need to notify me in writing of 90 days to vacate?

Ryan's answer | Answered on June 04, 2013

You are entitled to a 90 day notice under federal law and a 60 day notice under state law. Give the Legal Action Center a call at 206-328-5934. ...

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Can a landlord have the right to lock out a commercial tenant if he/she falls behind rent, without notice or a court order?

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 31, 2013

Self help evictions are strictly prohibited in Wash. You may want to discuss your situation with a local landlord-tenant attorney to go over your...

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Is an email proper notice for eviction? They also took my last months rent although I had a deposit of one month and last month

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

No it is not. RCW 59.12.040 specifically says these notices must be in writing and served in a very particular manner. Give the Legal Action...

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I currently have a tenant living in my rental home who on a month to month basis. She is currently 3 months + behind in rent.

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

I agree with the previous poster, the foreclosure and the tenancy are not really related. Their duty to pay rent derives from their right to be on...

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Can I be on two leases?

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 21, 2013

I agree with the previous poster, there is no law that says you cannot rent more than one location at a time, or be subject to more than one lease...

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I got a three day eviction notice on my door from my landlord, because I'm behind on rent. Can she lock me out of my house?

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 20, 2013

I agree 100% with Mr. Stimmel, I am just adding one more resource to his list of referrals.

Ryan J. Weatherstone's Answers (811)

Lease question

How can I enforce late fee from tenant?

My fridge quit working and it may take 7-10 days to repair. Can I get compensation for food cost lost?

What if other people are residing on property that arent on lease, how do I adress them being served a three day notice.

The condo I rent recently sold at a foreclosure auction, does the new owner need to notify me in writing of 90 days to vacate?

Can a landlord have the right to lock out a commercial tenant if he/she falls behind rent, without notice or a court order?

Is an email proper notice for eviction? They also took my last months rent although I had a deposit of one month and last month

I currently have a tenant living in my rental home who on a month to month basis. She is currently 3 months + behind in rent.

Can I be on two leases?

I got a three day eviction notice on my door from my landlord, because I'm behind on rent. Can she lock me out of my house?