Full question:
Is it legal for a landlord to not pro-rate rent? For example, if I were to move out on June 2, is it legal for a landlord to charge me full rent of June?
- Category: Landlord Tenant
- Date:
- State: Washington
Answer:
If the lease does not specify that rent should be pro-rated, the landlord may legally charge the full rent for June. However, you might be able to negotiate with the landlord to pro-rate the rent for the days you occupied the unit. This would depend on the landlord's willingness to waive their right to collect the full amount.
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