Can landlord keep security deposit without showing proof of paid bills claimed for cleaning and alleged damage expense?

You can make a counterclaim (and you should) for the return of your deposit and an accounting. No Court is going to dismiss their suit because you...

Question about renters rights

Mr. Harper's answer is detailed, thoughtful and accurate. Elizabeth Powell

It is not legal to charge rent and make the tenant move out to accommodate seasonal renters.The principle is called "quiet enjoyment". You cannot...

Hello, My lease was up on August 30th. Having trouble with getting my deposit back.

You are under no obligation to point out to your landlord that they are making a mistake in how they are handling your deposit. What you got was a...

My husband would like to do an online divorce in Washington state. We have two minor children. Is this a safe option?

I've seen plenty of divorces handled by paralegals which create more problems than you can imagine, and I am sure with the best of intentions....

The rules are written mostly by landlords for landlords. You have to give notice in writing of any problems. If your landlord doesn't get on the...

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Breaking a lease..

Whether or not she gets to keep your deposit turns on whether or not she complied with RCW 59 18 260, 270 and 280, and whether or not you did a...

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If 4 people rent rooms and share house does landlord have right to enter premises anytime without notice?

Read RCW 59 18 150. That spells out the landlord's right of entry. If your landlord is abusing his right, you are required to write and tell him to...

Can I get the appliances that landlord said they have replaced at my (tenant's) expense?

You are entitled to have a judge decide whether your landlord owes you money or not. But you can't get injunctive relief in small claims.

Who should I include as a defendant in small courts claim form?

Option B is correct.