Questions answered by Elizabeth Rankin Powell

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In WA state, is it legal for an agent working on behalf of the trustee to demand the owner to move out on the closing date?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 01, 2013

Your relative wants to discuss this with his bankruptcy counsel, and NOT take legal advice from a real estate agent. The agent works for the other...

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I signed an 18 month lease to rent a condo in WA, which would end Dec 13'. I'm active duty Coast Guard, and just received orders

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 01, 2013

The RLTA contains specific provisions that allow you to terminate a lease and leave when you are reassigned duty station. See RCW 59 18 200. The...

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Camera at home for security.. legal?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 01, 2013

It is legal to use a camera. What you can't do is record audio. Hope this helps. Elizabeth Powell

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What do you do when your landlord doesn't reply to written repair request?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

RW 59 18 115 spells out the conditions upon which you can request an inspection. They are serious health and safety issues. If any of these issues...

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Can I increase the rent when adding an additional occupant to the lease? Can I use an addendum or should I draw up a new lease?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

You probably would benefit from having an attorney review your current rental arrangements so they can advise you of the best way to add another...

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Information on eviction when there was no rental agreement

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

This is a little confusing. The person who owns the property is the landlord and has standing to evict you. If your uncle was "added", then the...

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How do i ask for a motion of reconsideration. after a county commissioner has ruled on an eviction

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

That is called a motion for revision. You need to stay the writ pending the revision hearing and you may have to post a bond. Please call NWJustice...

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Tenant moved things into house, paid first month rent, but never moved in. 6 months later still no payments and never moved in.

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

You can enter the room with proper notice, see RCW 59 18 150. You cannot seize their property. You can tell them that you are going to commence...

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I desire to file a pro se complaint w/ the court of jurisdiction. A person threatned me with legal action unless I pay lg $$.

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

Getting a preliminary injunction is tougher than you think. Defamation encompasses libel/slander but also false light, and extortion is a crime....

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We have a home in Whatcom County that we are presently renting out. We did not renew the lease as family will be moving in.

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

I agree that all notices have to be in writing, and that the soonest you can legally expect your tenants to be out is the end of May. I know this...

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In WA state, is it legal for an agent working on behalf of the trustee to demand the owner to move out on the closing date?

I signed an 18 month lease to rent a condo in WA, which would end Dec 13'. I'm active duty Coast Guard, and just received orders

Camera at home for security.. legal?

What do you do when your landlord doesn't reply to written repair request?

Can I increase the rent when adding an additional occupant to the lease? Can I use an addendum or should I draw up a new lease?

Information on eviction when there was no rental agreement

How do i ask for a motion of reconsideration. after a county commissioner has ruled on an eviction

Tenant moved things into house, paid first month rent, but never moved in. 6 months later still no payments and never moved in.

I desire to file a pro se complaint w/ the court of jurisdiction. A person threatned me with legal action unless I pay lg $$.

We have a home in Whatcom County that we are presently renting out. We did not renew the lease as family will be moving in.