Summary
If you are not related to the deceased owner and do not have a lease agreement, it may be challenging to assert your rights. Consider negotiating with the new owner or seeking legal advice from a local attorney specializing in tenant rights. Contacting a legal aid organization like the Northwest Justice Project may also be helpful.Full Conversation
I am starting in a home. The owner has died and they did a reverse mortgage on the house that is now going to go up for auction soon. I am still living at this property. Is there anything I can do to stay there
Are you a relative of the deceased owner or do you have any legal claim to the property?
Not related to the owner. I have been there for 4 years
What state is the property located in? Laws regarding tenant rights after a property owner's death can vary by location.
Washington state
Do you have a lease agreement with the deceased owner?
In Washington state:
- Tenants have the right to stay until the end of their lease term.
- Month-to-month tenants must be given 20 days notice before eviction.
No lease agreement.
Since you don't have a lease agreement, it might be more challenging to assert your rights. However, you could potentially negotiate with the new owner. Have you tried contacting them?
There is no new owner
What is the status of the reverse mortgage and have you been in contact with the lending institution?
The owner had taken a reverse mortgage loan. Since the owner is deceased the house will be going up for auction soon
Have you received any formal eviction notice from the lending institution or any other entity?
I have had no contact with any lenders
Have you received any communication from the estate executor or probate court regarding your living situation?
No eviction notices yet
Have you considered seeking legal advice from a local attorney who specializes in tenant rights? They might be able to help you understand your options better.
I have not contacted anyone. I don't really know who to contact or what my options are at this point
Have you considered contacting a local legal aid organization? They often provide free or low-cost legal assistance to individuals facing housing issues.
I have thought about contacting assistance but don't know who to contact
You can contact the Northwest Justice Project, a legal aid organization in Washington State. Their contact number is *-*-*-*. They can provide you with free legal advice.
Ok great thank you.
You're welcome, ****. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have more questions. Remember, it's important to act promptly in legal matters. Good luck!
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