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The Basics (4)+

• Cancellation Rights

  When you sign a contract in most cases you cannot change your mind and cancel. So it is always a good idea to take your time and consider your purchases carefully before you sign. However consumers in Washington have the right to cancel in some cases under both state and federal laws. This brochure lists the main types of contracts which can be cancelled. Not all types of cancelable contracts have been included. Therefore it is wise to get legal advice if you have questions about cancelling. Read More

  By:

  Washington State Attorney General

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  Spanish / Español

• I am not satisfied with a Construction Contractor’s Work: Filing Suit against the Contractor’s Bond

  There are number of reasons why you may want to sue a construction contractor. The contractor did not finish the job you hired him to do, for example, or did not do a good job. If the contractor is bankrupt or does not have any other assets, you can sue against the contractor's bond. #0302EN Read More

  By:

  Northwest Justice Project

• Protect My Home: Hiring Contractors

  Step-by-step information on how to hire a contractor for various projects around your home. Read More

  By:

  Washington State Department of Labor & Industries

• Rent-to-Own: Costly Convenience

  If you need furniture, appliances, consumer electronics, or tires and wheels, but don’t have the cash or credit to buy them outright, you may think a rent-to-own store is your last option. These businesses collect weekly or monthly payments and, if you make all your payments, you’ll own the item at the end of the contract. A typical contract may be for 12, 18 or 24 months. The longer the contract, the more you end up paying. Read More

  By:

  Federal Trade Commission

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  Spanish / Español