Can a Homeowners Association make you pay a large lumpsum to replenish its depleated reserves on top of already raising dues?

Mr. Brinkmeier's answer is generally correct. However, the Washington Condominium Act (specifically RCW 64.34.308) requires the Board of the HOA...

How challenge neighbor's adverse possession claim under WA state law, do we need attorney

While nothing requires you to hire an attorney, in this situation you would be well adivsed to do so. "He who represents himself has a fool for a...

For a condo what is the difference between the deed and the deed of trust

I agree with Mr. Britt's answer. You should consult an attorney about your specific situation. PLEASE BE ADVISED: This answer and any...

The answer depends on whether the 35 ft easement you mention is an expressly granted easement. Was this easement recorded in favor of your land? ...

Regarding non-judicial foreclosures, how likely is it that the lender will seek to recover the full value of the note?

The lender does not have to do a nonjudicial foreclosure. It can also do a judicial foreclosure, in which it can obtain a deficiency judgment...

In short-sale does lease have to be honored?

From a tenant's standpoint, a short sale is no different than any other sale. If you have a lease, it remains in effect until it expires by its...

In short-sale does lease have to be honored?

From a tenant's standpoint, a short sale is no different than any other sale. If you have a lease, it remains in effect until it expires by its...

I just found out that a commercial tenant of mine is offering sex for massage service.

If your lease is a month-to-month, then you can terminate it on 30 days notice for any reason or no reason at all. If there is illegal activity in...

When a foreclosure sale occurs, it extinguishes all interests in the property (including commercial leases) that are subordinate or "junior" to the...

I had signed a 1 yr lease to purchase agreement with a real estate agent/landlord

I agree with Ms. Powell. You do not want to be a party to fraud. Also, recent changes in state and federal law give you more protection as the...