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My son has severe asthma and allergies we have roaches in our aprtment what do i do health department will not help

Ryan's answer | Answered on March 26, 2012

Infestation management in a common building (apartment) is a duty of the landlord. Write (hand written letter . . . make a copy) the landlord and...

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How much time do I have to give my Landlord a Request to Store property form

Ryan's answer | Answered on March 26, 2012

Usually you have 3 days in order to request storage. Keep in mind that if you request storage, the landlord gets to demand that you pay the cost...

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Can I be held responible for paint, labor, and cleaning?

Ryan's answer | Answered on March 26, 2012

A landlord may only keep the deposit for damages that are beyond normal wear and tear. Painting is usually within the scope of normal wear and...

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Can my landlord have the sheriffs remove my stuff with out a writ of renderence

Ryan's answer | Answered on March 26, 2012

In order to evict a person in Washington the landlord must start an unlawful detainer action after the issuance of a prelitigation notice. The 20...

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I let a couple move into my house, that I rent. My family wants them to move out.

Ryan's answer | Answered on March 26, 2012

If they pay rent, they are most likely tenants and have rights under 59.18. It is a sticky issue if helping with food would constitute rent, strong...

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In WA state is there a requirement for landlords to disclose that a property is currently For Sale prior to executing a lease?

Ryan's answer | Answered on March 26, 2012

I agree with Ms. Powell, any new owner would have to honor your lease until its expiration. Regarding your specific question of whether there is a...

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Am I covered under Tenant Rights if i don't have a rental agreement with the people I'm staying with?

Ryan's answer | Answered on March 26, 2012

There are two main types of residential tenancies in Washington; a tenancy at will, and a normal tenancy. A tenancy at will is not subject to the...

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Does section 1946.7 only apply in california

Ryan's answer | Answered on March 23, 2012

If your situation fits under RCW 59.18.570, 59.18.575, or 59.18.580 you may be able to break the lease. Review the statutes and maybe try to see...

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I lost in an unlawful detainer, if I give my Landlord a partial payment can they still have the Sheriff physically remove?

Ryan's answer | Answered on March 23, 2012

Ms. Powell hits upon an important statute that relates to tenants who have an unexpired lease; a tenant may reinstate if they are able to come up...

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Tenant is mth to mth. They are wanting to give me 30 day notice from 3/20 and move out 4/7 and have last month prorated.help

Ryan's answer | Answered on March 23, 2012

1) Tenants are only required to give a 20 day notice. The requirement of a 30 day notice may violate RCW 59.18. 2) For both landlords and...

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My son has severe asthma and allergies we have roaches in our aprtment what do i do health department will not help

How much time do I have to give my Landlord a Request to Store property form

Can I be held responible for paint, labor, and cleaning?

Can my landlord have the sheriffs remove my stuff with out a writ of renderence

I let a couple move into my house, that I rent. My family wants them to move out.

In WA state is there a requirement for landlords to disclose that a property is currently For Sale prior to executing a lease?

Am I covered under Tenant Rights if i don't have a rental agreement with the people I'm staying with?

Does section 1946.7 only apply in california

I lost in an unlawful detainer, if I give my Landlord a partial payment can they still have the Sheriff physically remove?

Tenant is mth to mth. They are wanting to give me 30 day notice from 3/20 and move out 4/7 and have last month prorated.help