I have gave proper notice on vacating by the end of the month and paid last month rent in advance, they gave me 3 day vacate

IF you can prove that you paid your last month's rent in advance, and that you gave timely written notice of your intent to vacate, then you cannot...

My landlord gave me the utility bill 5 days before he wanted the check for it. Should I not have a grace period to pay this?

It depends on what your lease says, If the lease says nothing about who pays utilities, arguably each of you sub tenants pays the utility directly....

Can I break a lease if my condo is horribly problematic and is causing me stress? Also, sewer gas is coming in and it REEKS!

You might want to review the Legal Guide I have written on tenant relocation remedies. You need to tell your landlord in writing of the issues you...

WA State RCW 59.18 - Definition of lease vs. month to month

I agree with the previous poster. I have seen rental agreements that contain conflicting terms, usually to the landlord's benefit. A court will...

I moved out of my house after doctors advised me that mold was causing my allergies? Do I have a case against my landlord?

Please consider contacting an attorney who handles premises liability issues such as James McCormick at Messina Bulzomi. Your discussion with Mr....

Tenant's rights in WA state?

Never, ever take legal advice from your landlord. You do not have a lease if the first year is over and you did not sign a new agreement for a new...

Boyfriend troubles

Have you considered discussing this with the domestic violence office in your county? If you feel unsafe in your own home, you have options above...

Mr. Nguyen's response is accurate and I agree with him. Elizabeth Powell

Can my land lord hold me responsible for carpet to be replaced that is over 10 years old?

hello: Your landlord has certainly gotten value from this carpet! Chances are she charged the previous tenant for damaging it, and possibly the...

Landrod not honoring the Lease Option Agreement by not maintaning his unit in suitable condition.

First, any attorney will need to review the contract you signed. Lease/purchases in WA generally contain an option which, until exercised, renders...