Many people believe that landlords have all the power in an eviction case. However, tenants have certain legal defenses available to them depending on the circumstances of their situation. The following are examples of tenant defenses. An experienced Tacoma eviction lawyer can tell you which ones may apply in your case. Landlord used “self-help” eviction means […]
Many people who experience financial difficulties seek to modify the original terms of their mortgage agreement. Sometimes, a mortgage modification1 may be sought simply to lower a person’s monthly payments. At other times it may be necessary in order to allow a homeowner who is facing foreclosure to keep his or her home. There are […]
When you purchase a piece of real estate, ownership transfers when the former owner hands over title to the property. Title means that you have the legal right to use and possess the property as you see fit. However, the title to a particular piece of land may not be “clean”, meaning that others may […]
What is an Easement? An easement1 is the legal right for a non-owner to use or cross over another person’s land. The following are brief descriptions of the four main types of easements in Washington. Utility easements – This is the most common type of easement and is one that is given to a city […]
A few years ago, the Washington legislature passed the Foreclosure Fairness Act that, in turn, created the state foreclosure mediation program. This program provides certain options for homeowners who are facing the threat of an impending foreclosure and gives them a chance to try to keep their home. Though the law does allow these new […]
A question recently arose when dealing with a client facing the loss of a distressed property: “how am I taxed if I should allow the property to go through the foreclosure process? Am I taxed on the balance of the loan that is not collected as a result of the foreclosure.” The short answer is […]
Choosing the right attorney is a very important decision. Whether you are seeking representation for your business, need assistance in drafting a will, or want to resolve a real estate dispute with a neighbor, the right attorney will put your mind at ease. At Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, our decades of combined experience serving Seattle’s […]
