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Normal wear and tear in Washington.

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on July 12, 2009

Normal wear and tear is the loophole language through which either party can drive a truck. Here is how I would analyze your carpet issue. If the...

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What can I do as a renter if the property manager enters my apartment unannounced and without prior warning?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on July 12, 2009

There is a statute on point regarding how to deal with landlord's entry. In WA, the landlord (manager or owner is irrelevant) has no right of entry...

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If a landlord issues me a check for my remaining deposit, and they made an error, do i have to pay them back?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on July 12, 2009

It is probably worth it for your piece of mind to at least get some advice. No attorney can tell you how to respond without reviewing the entire...

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Is it the landlord's responsibility to handle recurring mold problems in an otherwise clean room?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on July 11, 2009

Tell your landlord in writing that the mold issue has not resolved itself and ask the landlord to fix or repair the problem. Give him ten days to...

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Mother has credit card debt. If she dies, do we have to sell property to pay debt?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on July 11, 2009

Credit card debt is unsecured. Usecured means if the debtor dies with outstanding loans, the heirs are NOT responsible to pay the creditors. If you...

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If a landlord didn't send me a statement of damages/repair cost within 30days,can they legally come after me for damage?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on July 10, 2009

You need to read RCW 59 18 280 slowly and carefully, as the statute addresses your questions. The threats to sue you are just that - threats....

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Living in Washington state how much time do I have if my landlord says I have to move for non payment of rent.

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on July 09, 2009

There is no one week to move out notice. There is a 3-day pay or vacate notice, and unless you and your landlord can work it out, they can commence...

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An apartment complex i lived in for a year is charging me un authorised fees on moving out . Which kind of lawyer do i need

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on July 09, 2009

Look for "consumer protection" or an attorney who deals with collections. The national organization is called naca for National Association of...

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If i have a mold problem and told the manager with notice and still not fixed after 3 weeks what do i do?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on July 09, 2009

You might want to review my Avvo Legal Guide on tenant relocation remedies. You have to tell the landlord in writing (oral doesn't count) and then...

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How do I request for money judgment against past due rent, damages, and court cost?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on July 09, 2009

You have to perfect service first. You can't get a judgment against a defendant who has not been personally served. Also, if the tenant has moved...

Elizabeth Rankin Powell's Answers (8943)

Normal wear and tear in Washington.

What can I do as a renter if the property manager enters my apartment unannounced and without prior warning?

If a landlord issues me a check for my remaining deposit, and they made an error, do i have to pay them back?

Is it the landlord's responsibility to handle recurring mold problems in an otherwise clean room?

Mother has credit card debt. If she dies, do we have to sell property to pay debt?

If a landlord didn't send me a statement of damages/repair cost within 30days,can they legally come after me for damage?

Living in Washington state how much time do I have if my landlord says I have to move for non payment of rent.

An apartment complex i lived in for a year is charging me un authorised fees on moving out . Which kind of lawyer do i need

If i have a mold problem and told the manager with notice and still not fixed after 3 weeks what do i do?

How do I request for money judgment against past due rent, damages, and court cost?