WASHINGTON STATE: I want to terminate my lease

It will be hard to terminate the signed lease though it may be possible if you are willing to risk a lawsuit by the landlord, the loss of your...

Refund of Initial Deposit when we did not go ahead with signing lease

The answer is in RCW 59.18.253, which is part of Washington's Residential Landlord Tenant statute. It says: Deposit to secure occupancy by...

I suggest you first try to talk to your neighbor, perhaps invite them for coffee or a glass of wine, and discuss the problem. If that fails write...

Can our landlord make us pay electric and gas bill when we live in a duplex?

If your lease says that the landlord is to pay for the gas and electricity for your part of the duplex, then unless that has been amended or the...

Liens

I commented on your lien rights yesterday. As to a suit or claim against Thompson Townhomes, one may be possible if it can be shown that the...

I owe a appartment money due to getting evicted so ive been paying can they take the money from co signer if im willing to pay

If the co-signer actually signed the lease or guaranteed the tenant's performance under the lease then the tenant and cosigner are both liable and...

The heat in our apartment stopped working yesterday, how quickly do they have to fix it?

RCW 59.18.060(7) requires the landlord to maintain all electrical, plumbing, heating, and other facilities and appliances supplied by him in...

Liens

If you have complied with the Washington statute on Liens (RCW 60.04) you have a right to a lien under RCW 60.04.021 which provides: Except as...

How can my business lien another business in washington state?

If you have complied with the Washington statute on Liens (RCW 60.04) you have a right to a lien under RCW 60.04.021 which provides: Except as...

Can my landlord refuse to release my apartment to someone wanting a lease that is the remainer of my lease?

Tough question. Look at the assignment and subletting provision in your lease. If it allows them only with the landlord's consent you are in a...