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• 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

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  Northwest Justice Project - CLEAR Intake Line

• Know Your Rights Before Buying a Home

  Questions and answers about things you should know before you enter into a contract to purchase a home. #6200EN Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project - CLEAR Intake Line

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  Spanish / Español

• Know Your Rights: Rent-to-Own in Washington State

  This will help you understand rent-to-own (RTO) home purchase agreements and the dangers in them. #6390EN Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project - CLEAR Intake Line

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  Spanish / Español

  Farsi / فارسی

• Property Tax Exemptions for Senior Citizens and Disabled People

  The property tax exemption is a way to lower your property taxes by exempting (excusing you from) all extra levies, like school construction bonds and other levies passed by voters, and sometimes part of regular levies on your home. Publication #6230EN Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project - CLEAR Intake Line

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  Spanish / Español

• Protect My Home

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

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  Washington State Department of Labor & Industries

• Quitclaim Deeds and Life Estates

  Before transferring any property, it is best to consult with a lawyer to find out all the possible consequences of the transfer in your specific circumstances. Some lawyers will provide services free of charge or for a reduced fee for low-income people. Contact your local bar association for more information. #6260EN Also called Quit Claim Deed. Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project - CLEAR Intake Line

• Short Sales: A Homeowner's Guide

  Homeowners who owe more on their mortgages than their homes are worth may consider a short sale as a means to sell their home and/or avoid foreclosure. However, a short sale is a very complex transaction that involves numerous issues and risks. This publication is meant to provide an overview of the issues involved in short sales, but does not replace the need for the advice of an attorney and tax professional prior to proceeding with a short sale. #6708EN Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project - CLEAR Intake Line

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  Spanish / Español

  Korean / 한국어

Buyer information (3)+

• Forfeiture of Your Real Estate Contract

  Read this if you are buying a home under a real estate contract. Do NOT read this if you are buying a home with a mortgage or deed of trust. Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project - CLEAR Intake Line

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  Spanish / Español

• Purchasing a Used Mobile Home in Grant or Adams County

  This brochure will educate you about important information to consider before buying a used mobile home within Grant and Adams counties. Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project

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  Spanish / Español

• Your Rights: Buying a Manufactured Home

  Buying a manufactured home can be complicated. You may not understand all the terms. You may want to rely on verbal statements that are not in writing. STOP! This publication should help you understand your rights and some important terms. Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project - CLEAR Intake Line

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  Spanish / Español

Home Loans (4)+

• Don't Be a Victim of Loan Fraud - Protect Yourself From Predatory Lendors

  Information you should know before you purchase or refinance a home loan. Link to PDF file. Read More

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  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

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  Spanish / Español

• Forfeiture of Your Real Estate Contract

  Read this if you are buying a home under a real estate contract. Do NOT read this if you are buying a home with a mortgage or deed of trust. Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project - CLEAR Intake Line

  Read this in:

  Spanish / Español

• Home Equity Loans: Borrower Beware!

  Do you own your home? If so, it's likely to be your greatest single asset. Unfortunately, if you agree to a loan that's based on the equity you have in your home, you may be putting your most valuable asset at risk. Read More

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  Federal Trade Commission

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  Spanish / Español

• Home Loans: Using Your Home as Collateral

  If you need money to pay bills or make home improvements, and think the answer is in refinancing, a second mortgage, or a home equity loan, consider your options carefully. If you can't make the payments, you could lose your home as well as the equity you've built up. Read More

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  Federal Trade Commission

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  Spanish / Español

Property tax (1)+

• Property Tax Exemptions for Senior Citizens and Disabled People

  The property tax exemption is a way to lower your property taxes by exempting (excusing you from) all extra levies, like school construction bonds and other levies passed by voters, and sometimes part of regular levies on your home. Publication #6230EN Read More

  By:

  Northwest Justice Project - CLEAR Intake Line

  Read this in:

  Spanish / Español