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The Residential Landlord-Tenant Act in Washington defines the rights of landlords and tenants and establishes the steps a landlord must take to evict a renter from a property legally. You may present your case at an eviction hearing if you wish to mount a defense....
In Washington, you need to secure a land loan if you want to buy a parcel of raw land for a real estate project. Before completing a loan application, you'll want to consider some critical factors that may differ from more familiar types of financing, such as a home...
One of the first steps to buying a Washington home is to submit a written purchase offer. If the offer is accepted, you typically spend the next several weeks securing financing, inspecting the property and taking care of other tasks related to moving into your new...
Conflicts between neighbors are a common occurrence throughout Washington. They can sometimes lead to years-long feuds and cost participants thousands of dollars. But the courts are restrained mainly by common and statutory law from intervening. A nuisance case has to...
Disputes are common in Washington real estate transactions, and commercial leases are no exception. Tenants and landlords may often interpret a particular clause in a leasing contract differently. Sometimes, these misunderstandings result in lawsuits, but reaching a...
A quiet title action refers to a legal dispute filed to determine the proper ownership of a real estate property. This lawsuit sometimes becomes necessary if multiple parties claim the same property. The goal involves "quieting" the title and ruling in favor of one...
Due diligence is the period between an accepted offer and the closing in which a real estate buyer gathers essential information about a property. Timeframes for completing the tasks are an integral part of a purchase contract. Due diligence for a commercial...
In Washington and other places in the United States, a written contract may be required in some legal transactions. These cases include any promises made in connection to marriage, agreements that cannot be completed in less than one year, land sales, promises to pay...
It's common for investors to lose money on an investment. However, if you believe that broker negligence was the reason why your portfolio decreased in value, it may be worth considering legal action in the Washington courts. The type of action you'll take depends on...
A buyer's broker agreement aims to ensure compensation for Washington real estate agents who spend time and effort working with buyers. In exchange, the buyers feel comfortable dealing with a professional, committed agent. While every agreement may differ, pay close...