Washington Real Estate Law

Washington Homebuyers Should Pay Attention to Short-Term Rental Rules Before Purchasing Investment Properties Short-term rentals remain an important consideration for Washington homeowners and real-estate investors, particularly in communities where local governments regulate vacation rentals. Washington has statewide requirements for short-term-rental operators, while cities and counties can impose additional rules on where and how short-term rentals … Washington Passes New Short-Term Rental Disclosure Law

Washington Updates HOA Assessment and Foreclosure Protections for Homeowners Washington has strengthened protections for homeowners who fall behind on homeowners association and condominium assessments. The changes are designed to give homeowners more opportunities to resolve delinquent assessments before an association can pursue foreclosure and to provide greater transparency during the collection process. The new rules … Washington Strengthens Protections for Homeowners Facing HOA Assessment Delinquencies

Washington Short-Term Rental Regulations: What Property Owners Should Know Short-term rentals continue to be an important part of Washington’s tourism and housing market. Whether you’re renting a vacation cabin, a second home, or an investment property, understanding local regulations is essential before listing your property on platforms such as Airbnb or Vrbo. Rather than a … Washington Passes New Short-Term Rental Regulations

Housing Policies Continue to Shape Washington’s Growing Communities Housing policies play an important role in supporting residential development, expanding housing opportunities, and meeting the needs of Washington’s growing population. As communities evolve, changes in housing regulations can influence future development, investment, and long-term neighborhood planning. For homeowners associations, community managers, and residents, understanding housing policy … Washington Expands Rent Control Exemptions for New Construction

Washington Passes New Home Energy Disclosure Law Washington state lawmakers have approved legislation requiring sellers to provide energy-performance information when listing residential properties. The measure, set to take effect next year, applies to most single-family homes and small multifamily buildings. Key Details of the Law Before making an offer, buyers will receive standardized reports that … Washington Passes New Home Energy Disclosure Law

Washington expands property tax deferrals for seniors Washington lawmakers passed legislation to expand the property tax deferral programs for seniors and homeowners with disabilities, making it easier for them to stay in their home despite rising property values. This new rule allows participants to delay a greater portion of the annual property tax bill. The … Washington Expands Property Tax Deferral for Seniors

Washington lawmakers passed a new law strengthening the eviction protections for military service members and their families. The legislation is effective immediately. Last week the measure was signed into law and builds upon federal Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, adding requirements at state level that landlords are required to follow before they can evict servicemen. The … Washington Expands Eviction Protections for Military Families