Bill to ensure legal counsel to low-income Washingtonians facing eviction advances through Legislature
A "right to counsel" measure that is getting closer to approval by the Legislature would make Washington the first state to ensure that low-income tenants have legal representation when faced with an eviction.
Washington Senate approves bill requiring 'just cause' eviction
The Washington Senate has approved a measure that would require landlords to provide a valid reason for ending certain leases with tenants.
Snohomish, Pierce County rent increased during pandemic according to Zillow
The rental market in some parts of Western Washington actually improved during the pandemic.
Tenants, property owners seek legislative edge before evictions resume
Washington state’s eviction moratorium is scheduled to end in less than three weeks, as lawmakers in Olympia debate multiple bills meant to protect both renters and property owners alike. Legislators are trying to balance what landlords need to stay in business, while ensuring thousands of families are not forced onto the streets.
Fair housing groups: Redfin ‘redlines’ minority communities
The company was vastly less likely to offer realtor services, professional photos, virtual tours, online promotion or commission rebates for homes listed in overwhelmingly minority neighborhoods than it was in overwhelmingly white ones, the investigation found.
Renters, property owners say Inslee's extension of eviction moratorium falls short
During the Governor’s press briefing on Thursday, he announced the eviction moratorium will be extended until December 31.
Seattle landlords sue Inslee, Durkan over eviction moratoriums
A small group of Seattle landlords is suing Mayor Jenny Durkan and Gov. Jay Inslee over the constitutionality of city and state eviction moratoriums amid the coronavirus pandemic.