Rent Increase Guest Policy

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In Washington state, landlords can increase rent with proper notice and cannot charge guests additional rent. Verbal leases are legally binding but difficult to enforce. Landlords must maintain habitable conditions. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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I live in a trailer that’s owned by my stepdad I pay rent and bills. I had a friend move in for a few days. Can my stepdad landlord raise my rent just cause I have someone moving in.
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This depends on the laws in your area and the rental agreement you have with your stepdad. If you don't have a fixed-term lease, he may be able to raise the rent. Can you tell me which state you're located in?
It’s not in any paperwork that says his allow to do that it’s just him being a step dad. The state pays my rent and bills cause I’m mentally disabled
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To clarify further, could you please let me know which specific state you live in? The legality of your stepdad raising the rent because of an additional person can vary state by state.
I’m by in Washington state
In Washington state, landlords can increase rent if:
- The lease agreement allows for it.
- They give at least 30 days' notice for month-to-month leases.
- The rent increase does not discriminate or retaliate against the tenant.
However, because public assistance pays your rent, they might need to approve any increase.
Yeah he can rise my rent but he can’t charge my friend I’m paying for the whole trailer and I live alone and I’ve been alone. I’ve been living alone for the past going on two years.
In Washington state, a landlord cannot charge a guest of the tenant additional rent. However, if the guest becomes a tenant, different rules may apply. If you disagree with a rent increase, you may want to consult with a lawyer.
The trailer is a two bedroom double wide mobile home. When I moved in here there was no say and who could stay here now that I have someone living with me for a couple days he wants to raise my rent and charge my friend rent. I’ve been living here alone for two years. The reason why I’m not allowing them interest interest to my trailer is cause they come here and still try to run the trailer like it’s there like I’m not the renter they still try to tell me what up who have come over I’m 44 years old. Can you do that?
In Washington, landlords cannot dictate guests unless stated in the lease. However, if the guest stays for an extended period, they might become a tenant, affecting your lease terms. For your situation, it's advisable to consult with a local attorney to ensure your rights are protected.
That’s the thing there is no lease. It’s a verbal rental situation in the beginning again there was no verbal nothing because they were coming here on the weekend and staying here but not cause I have someone staying here. They can come here no more so that’s what.
In Washington, verbal leases are legally binding. However, they can be difficult to enforce due to lack of written proof. Your stepdad may not prohibit visitors unless it's a violation of health, safety, or illegal activities. Legal counsel is advised for further understanding.
Yeah he refused to maintain the trailer up to code, but yet he still puts on a daily basis more rules and stipulations whenever he feels like he could just throw another rule stipulation towards me and I have to bye-bye or else I get out
In Washington state, landlords must keep rental properties habitable under the state's Landlord-Tenant Act. If your stepdad fails to maintain the trailer, you may have legal recourse. Consult with a local attorney for a precise course of action.
so if I have some move-in, can my stepdad charged a new person rent since I am paying for the whole trailer I’m paying for the whole trailer I live alone. I have a spare room if I to rent the room out someone can my stepdad receive the money since I’m paying for the full trailer.
In Washington state, your stepdad, as a landlord, cannot charge rent to a guest of the tenant. However, if this guest becomes a long-term resident, they might be considered a tenant, which might affect your rental situation. Consulting a local attorney would be advisable.