Lease Termination Refund Rights

Summary

In Washington, if a tenant requests lease termination and the landlord agrees, refund terms depend on the lease agreement. Tenants may not receive a full rent refund unless specified. Security deposits can be refunded minus lawful deductions. If a landlords actions, like storing personal items, violate lease terms, it may justify termination. Document issues and communicate with the landlord in writing.

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Hey ****! Could you provide a bit more detail about the landlord-tenant issue you're experiencing in Washington? For example, is it related to eviction, security deposits, maintenance, or something else?
Is a tenant entitled to a full refund if they requested a lease termination and the landlord accepted?
In Washington, if a tenant requests a lease termination and the landlord accepts, the terms of the refund depend on the lease agreement and any negotiated terms during termination. Generally:
- The tenant may not be entitled to a full refund of rent already paid unless specified.
- Security deposits may be refunded, minus any lawful deductions for damages or unpaid rent.
Have you reviewed your lease agreement for any specified terms regarding early termination?
Upon arrival to the house, the landlord was still storing personal items restricting tenant use. That was the reason for the termination request.
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In Washington, if a landlord's actions, such as storing personal items and restricting tenant use, violate the lease terms, it may be grounds for lease termination. Have you documented this issue and communicated it to your landlord in writing?