My home sold at auction and im being evicted how much time do i have?

The new owner cannot begin the eviction process until 20 days after the sale. I'm not sure what you mean by your "20 day letter" but if it is just...

Am I going to be responsible to the pay difference?

Legally, it does not matter what price the beneficiary lists (or sells) the home for. The foreclosing lender does not get to sue for the...

How can we stop a neighbor from using our driveway?

You may need to put up a fence, if the neighbor is not responding to your requests. Before you put up a fence, though, you will want to be very...

How long after estimate does landlord have to repay security deposit?

RCW 59.18.280 does not address this issue: it only states that the landlord must give a "full and specific statement of the basis" for retaining...

I rent a half of a duplex and our building is up for either sale, auction or foreclosure and we werent given written notice

The short answer is that you do have rights as a tenant. First of all, RCW 61.24.040 requires that the notice of foreclosure sale (at least 90...

Can I take damages out of what was considered "last" months rent?

If there is a written lease, check it to see if it specifies the purposes of the deposit. Some leases state that the deposit may be used to secure...

Are there laws that govern how much time an inurance carrier can take to respond to a property liability claim demand letter?

If you are making a claim against your own insurer, there are laws that govern this. See RCW 48.30.010 and 48.30.015, and WAC 284-30. The Office...

Do I have legal grounds for action regarding a purchase and sales agreement?

This is very difficult to answer without looking at the contract documents. For example, if your contract was terminated due to failure to get the...

This is a good question, and the answer's a bit tricky. Prescriptive easements in Washington can be thought of as very similar to the doctine of...

Can I be FORCED to sign a new lease even though I am still under one?

The landlord can never force you to sign a lease, but the landlord can evict you at the end of your present lease term. Your rights to remain in...