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We have legally given our tenant a 30 day notice to vacate and they are not out. What court do we go to get them out?

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 17, 2012

The tricky thing about giving a notice to terminate the tenancy is the often missed language that requires the notice to be given at least X number...

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On the RCW 59.18.055, what it the form called that you take to the judge, so he can allow you to serve people by register mail

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 15, 2012

I highly suggest hiring a local Spokane attorney to assist you with this process. Unlawful detainer actions are not about who is right and wrong,...

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How do I serve an eviction summons and complaint, and unlawful detainer to a tenant by register mail, couldnt be served in perso

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 15, 2012

Just a word of caution, evictions are very difficult to do pro se. In my experience working with tenants in Seattle, I have never seen a pro se...

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How do I find court papers for a counterclaim for eviction in the state of Washington? Landlord refuses to except my rent X2.

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 14, 2012

If a landlord issues a 3 day pay or vacate notice that is not complied with within the 3 days, the landlord has no duty to accept any rent after...

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Can I take previous tenant to small claims court for unpaid rent?

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 14, 2012

I agree with Ms. Powell, if possession is not an issue, the landlord may take the tenant to small claims court for unpaid rent. A landlord is...

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Tenant failed to meet me to let me enter house after giving a 48 hr notice.

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 14, 2012

I agree with Ms. Powell but would like to clarify one point that she raised. While you do not need a verbalized or written consent from the tenant...

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I am eight days late on paying my rent. I will not have it until the 18th. Can my landlord lock me out of my rental apartment?

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 08, 2012

A landlord must follow the process in order to evict a tenant. The first step of the process is issuing a three day pay or vacate notice. If...

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Can a renter randomly deduct rent, late charges from their own security deposit

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 08, 2012

If you have a written rental agreement with the tenant and have validly collected the deposit, you do not have to honor the tenants request. The...

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What does it typically cost (i.e. fees, credit damage) to ignore an eviction? Should you fight it in court, or just move?

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 08, 2012

Regarding your Questions: 1) A right that most tenants do not realize that they have: For Seattle tenants, they are required to be given a packet...

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What is proper notice for terminating tenancy of a tenant for the purpose of landlord's significant other to occupy said unit?

Ryan's answer | Answered on May 03, 2012

I was not aware that Issaquah had adopted Seattle's Just Cause Ordinance, I will have to look into that. Regarding terminating a tenancy that is...

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We have legally given our tenant a 30 day notice to vacate and they are not out. What court do we go to get them out?

On the RCW 59.18.055, what it the form called that you take to the judge, so he can allow you to serve people by register mail

How do I serve an eviction summons and complaint, and unlawful detainer to a tenant by register mail, couldnt be served in perso

How do I find court papers for a counterclaim for eviction in the state of Washington? Landlord refuses to except my rent X2.

Can I take previous tenant to small claims court for unpaid rent?

Tenant failed to meet me to let me enter house after giving a 48 hr notice.

I am eight days late on paying my rent. I will not have it until the 18th. Can my landlord lock me out of my rental apartment?

Can a renter randomly deduct rent, late charges from their own security deposit

What does it typically cost (i.e. fees, credit damage) to ignore an eviction? Should you fight it in court, or just move?

What is proper notice for terminating tenancy of a tenant for the purpose of landlord's significant other to occupy said unit?