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The Basics (13)
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Your Rights as a Tenant in Washington State
Explains residential tenants and landlords' rights and responsibilities in Washington. #6300EN Read More
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A Guide for Immigrants, Limited English Persons and Their Advocates to Federally Subsidized Housing
A detailed guide for immigrants and non-English speakers to federally subsidized housing programs. #8151EN Read More
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Can My Landlord Do That?
General information about what a landlord legally can and cannot do to a tenant. #6306EN Read More
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2019 Changes to Washington’s Landlord/Tenant and Eviction Laws
A summary of how the laws covering tenants, landlords and the eviction process laws changed in a major way in 2019. #6350EN Read More
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2020 Changes to Washington’s Landlord/Tenant and Eviction Laws
Read about changes to Washington state's landlord tenant law that took effect June 11, 2020. Read More
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I am a Tenant Living in a Foreclosed Property. What are My Rights?
Read this if you rent your home, and your home was sold at a foreclosure sale. #6122EN Read More
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My Landlord Enters My Rental Unit Without My Permission
Find out what you can do if your landlord comes in and out of the rental unit, without written notice or asking permission. #6325EN Read More
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My Landlord Locked Me Out: What Can I Do?
Find what you can do if you got locked out even if you had no intention of moving. #6316EN Read More
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My Landlord Shut Off My Utilities!
Find out what you can do if your landlord just shut off your utilities to try to force you to move. #6318EN Read More
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Tenants Can Now Pay Most Move-In Costs in Installments
State law now lets tenants pay certain move-in costs on a payment plan. #6344EN Read More
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Tenants: New Legal Protection from Discrimination Based on Source of Income
Find out how makes it is illegal for landlords in Washington state to discriminate against tenants and would-be tenants based on their source of income, and what you can do if it happens to you. #6323EN Read More
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Tenants' Rights: Moving Out
If you are a tenant thinking about moving out of your rental, know your rights and responsibilities. #6371EN Read More
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Tenants' Rights: My Place has been Condemned
Find out your options if your landlord has been notified that your rental home will be condemned or will be unlawful to occupy. #6384EN Read More
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Deposits / Damages Claims (3)
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Getting Your Security Deposit Back
Advice and instructions on how to get your security deposit back from your landlord. Learn the difference between damages the landlord can charge you for versus normal wear and tear. Includes forms you can use. #6370EN Read More
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I’ve Moved Out. My Former Landlord Says I Owe Damages.
It is important to dispute in writing damages you are not responsible for. Sample letters to the landlord included. #6372EN Read More
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Tenants Can Now Pay Most Move-In Costs in Installments
State law now lets tenants pay certain move-in costs on a payment plan. #6344EN Read More
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Evictions about owing rent (3)
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2020 Changes to Washington’s Landlord/Tenant and Eviction Laws
Read about changes to Washington state's landlord tenant law that took effect June 11, 2020. Read More
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Should I enter into a rent repayment plan with my landlord?
If you couldn't pay rent that was due in March, April, May, June or July 2020, learn why and how to ask your landlord for a repayment plan. #6341EN Read More
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Coronavirus: On March 27, 2020, Congress stopped evictions for not paying rent in many federally funded housing programs
Read about the Federal moratorium on evictions. For the next 120 days (4 months), a landlord may not try to evict you if you have not paid the rent in certain types of housing programs. #6337EN Read More
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Housing Search / Denials (3)
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My Landlord is Discriminating Against Me
Read this to learn what your options are. #6324EN Read More
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Tenant Screening: Your Rights
If you are looking for an apartment or house to rent, read this to learn about state law regarding tenant screening. #6302E Read More
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Tenants: New Legal Protection from Discrimination Based on Source of Income
Find out how makes it is illegal for landlords in Washington state to discriminate against tenants and would-be tenants based on their source of income, and what you can do if it happens to you. #6323EN Read More
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Moving In / Reading Your Lease (3)
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Your Rights as a Tenant in Washington State
Explains residential tenants and landlords' rights and responsibilities in Washington. #6300EN Read More
- Lea esto en:
- English
- Russian / Pусский
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2020 Changes to Washington’s Landlord/Tenant and Eviction Laws
Read about changes to Washington state's landlord tenant law that took effect June 11, 2020. Read More
- Lea esto en:
- English
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Tenants Can Now Pay Most Move-In Costs in Installments
State law now lets tenants pay certain move-in costs on a payment plan. #6344EN Read More
- Lea esto en:
- English
Moving Out (2)
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Getting Your Security Deposit Back
Advice and instructions on how to get your security deposit back from your landlord. Learn the difference between damages the landlord can charge you for versus normal wear and tear. Includes forms you can use. #6370EN Read More
- Lea esto en:
- English
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I’ve Moved Out. My Former Landlord Says I Owe Damages.
It is important to dispute in writing damages you are not responsible for. Sample letters to the landlord included. #6372EN Read More
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- English
- Russian / Pусский
- Vietnamese / Tiếng Việt
- Chinese / 中文
Problems with Landlords (8)
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Can My Landlord Do That?
General information about what a landlord legally can and cannot do to a tenant. #6306EN Read More
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If you are a renter who has or might have Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Find out what rights you might have around being able to stay in your rental if you have or have been exposed to COVID-19. #6339EN Read More
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My Landlord Enters My Rental Unit Without My Permission
Find out what you can do if your landlord comes in and out of the rental unit, without written notice or asking permission. #6325EN Read More
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- Russian / Pусский
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My Landlord is Discriminating Against Me
Read this to learn what your options are. #6324EN Read More
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My Landlord Shut Off My Utilities!
Find out what you can do if your landlord just shut off your utilities to try to force you to move. #6318EN Read More
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Tenant Screening: Your Rights
If you are looking for an apartment or house to rent, read this to learn about state law regarding tenant screening. #6302E Read More
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Tenants: If You Need Repairs
Learn about a landlord's responsibility to make repairs and what you can do to enforce your right to live in a safe home. #6330EN Read More
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Tenants: New Legal Protection from Discrimination Based on Source of Income
Find out how makes it is illegal for landlords in Washington state to discriminate against tenants and would-be tenants based on their source of income, and what you can do if it happens to you. #6323EN Read More
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Repairs / Mold / Bedbugs (1)
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Tenants: If You Need Repairs
Learn about a landlord's responsibility to make repairs and what you can do to enforce your right to live in a safe home. #6330EN Read More
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Section 8 and other subsidized housing (4)
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A Guide for Immigrants, Limited English Persons and Their Advocates to Federally Subsidized Housing
A detailed guide for immigrants and non-English speakers to federally subsidized housing programs. #8151EN Read More
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Evictions from Public Housing (Housing Owned by a Housing Authority)
If you live in a Public Housing Project, the eviction process from Public Housing is a little different from the process for tenants with private landlords. #6102EN Read More
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How to Fight a Denial or Termination of Eligibility for the Housing and Essential Needs (HEN) Referral Program for Medical Reasons
This program can provide non-cash help for people who are unable to work. You must meet income and incapacity requirements. Find out what you can do if DSHS denies or terminates your eligibility for the program. Publication #7813EN Read More
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Protecting Your Section 8 Voucher
A detailed explanation of your responsibilities under the Section 8 Voucher program, and what rights you have if the Housing Authority (HA) tries to cut off your voucher. Publication #6113EN Read More
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Utilities (2)
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My Landlord Shut Off My Utilities!
Find out what you can do if your landlord just shut off your utilities to try to force you to move. #6318EN Read More
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Public Utilities
General information about your rights when dealing with public utilities. #0700EN Read More
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