An eviction, or an unlawful detainer action as it is called in Washington, can be a complicated process to handle as a landlord. There are very specific laws that govern evictions in Washington and navigating the litany of different rules and laws can be tricky, and lead to legal punishments for a Washington landlord.
If you are a landlord in Washington, experienced unlawful detainer/eviction attorney Quinn Posner can help. Whether you need help evicting a tenant, or creating documents to better protect your rights as a landlord throughout the entire tenancy, you can count on him to protect your interests.
Deciding whether to keep a tenant, despite violations of the lease agreement or to initiate an unlawful detainer action may revolve around a variety of factors. These factors may include the following.
If your tenant has violated the terms of the lease agreement but you wish to keep them, there are ways to do so that include direct negotiation and mediation.
It sometimes makes better financial sense to keep a tenant, especially when that tenant has violated the lease unintentionally or through no fault of their own. A tenant that wants to pay but is having a little trouble right now may be worth keeping, but ultimately it is up to you as the landlord. In either case, an experienced attorney can help.
As a landlord, it is critically important to know when you are allowed to evict a tenant from your property. Evicting a tenant for the wrong reasons may subject you to high fines and other legal issues, not to mention the incredible headache of a lawsuit against you for illegal actions.
Legal causes for eviction include the following.
There are certain reasons you may not use to evict a tenant. Landlords are not allowed to discriminate on the basis of
Tenants have certain rights during the unlawful detainer/eviction process, and these rights must be protected, otherwise you will run afoul of the law. Violating the law will greatly affect your rights and finances as a Washington landlord.
Violating a tenant's rights can lead to an unsuccessful eviction, even when the tenant should otherwise be legally evicted. The above is merely an example of a few notices and in no way describes them all.
It is very important that a landlord follow the correct legal process for evicting a tenant. If they do not do so, the tenant will be able to remain, despite any violations on the tenant's part. The process is very complicated and it must be handled correctly or the eviction will fail. A knowledgeable Washington Eviction Attorney can help ensure that you follow the correct steps.
After a rental property is foreclosed upon, specific eviction processes apply to tenants in the property or owners of the property who refuse to vacate.
To be a "bona fide tenant," all of the following must be true.
During the time the tenant is allowed to remain in the property, they are expected to continue to follow the obligations of the tenancy. If the tenant fails to pay rent or violates the terms of the previous lease, eviction proceedings may be appropriate sooner. Otherwise, the new owner of the property must wait until the end of the notice period before initiating eviction proceedings against a tenant who refuses to vacate.
If you have a tenant who has violated the terms of the lease, you have rights that can and should be protected. There are specific steps that must be followed to successfully and legally evict a tenant, but with the help of a knowledgeable attorney, you can feel confident that your landlord rights are cared for.
Experienced eviction attorney Quinn Posner represents clients in Camas, Washougal, Vancouver, and the rest of Clark County. Contact Quinn Posner today to schedule a consultation.