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Squatter Rights in Washington State
In Washington, squatters can establish legal rights to a property under certain conditions. According to Washington squatter laws, individuals who occupy a home without the owner’s permission may claim adverse possession after a specific time period — typically 10 years of continuous occupation.
Learn more about squatters and how property owners can protect themselves.
How Squatting Happens
Squatters often enter:
- Vacant rental homes
- Foreclosure or pre-foreclosure properties
- Inherited homes left unattended
- Distressed or abandoned buildings
This is especially common in cities like Spokane, Everett, and Tacoma, where demand and vacancy intersect.
How to Remove Squatters Legally
You can’t simply change the locks — you must follow Washington’s legal process for removal, including:
- Serving a Notice to Vacate
- Filing for an unlawful detainer action
- Waiting for a court hearing and final judgment
If you don’t follow the law, you risk liability or even a lawsuit.
Sell a Squatter-Occupied House in Washington
Dealing with a squatter? Don’t stress. At REI Branded Home Buyer, we buy homes as-is — even with squatters inside. You won’t have to evict or deal with the court.
We’ve helped homeowners in:
Resources on Squatters and Legal Evictions
- Squatter Rights in WA – WRents
- Squatting – Wikipedia
- WA Notice to Vacate – RCW 59.18.057
- WA Department of Revenue
- WA RCW Title 60 – Liens
We Handle the Hard Situations
Don’t let a squatter take control of your property. If you need to move fast or don’t want to deal with legal headaches, we’ll make a cash offer and help you navigate the situation with peace of mind.
📞 Contact us today at info@reibrandedhomebuyer.com
📬 Or request a cash offer here
Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and not legal advice. Always consult a real estate attorney for squatter-related legal action in Washington State.
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About REI Branded Home Buyer
Real People. Real Stories. Real Solutions. We’re George and TJ — two regular guys who teamed up to create REI Branded Home Buyer, a local company with one simple mission: to help people sell their homes without stress, games, or pressure. We actually met at a local real estate meetup. A mutual friend randomly shouted, “Hey George, do you want to be this guy’s mentor?” George laughed and said, “Just give him my cell!” A coffee meeting later, and the rest is history. We've been working together ever since. Our passion for helping homeowners comes from personal experience. George was once homeless, so he deeply understands what it’s like to face housing uncertainty. TJ’s family went through a crisis and had to sell their home fast — with the help of a cash homebuyer. Those experiences shaped who we are and inspired us to create a company that treats people the way we wish we’d been treated. Let’s be real: the real estate world is full of shady companies, pushy salespeople, and sleazy homebuyers who care more about profit than people. We started REI Branded Home Buyer because we believe it should be the other way around — people first, profit second. We’re proud to call Spokane home. Our wives, Jenny and Michelle, love the slower pace of life here and all the outdoor beauty Washington has to offer. George and Jenny have two amazing daughters and two dogs — they love to travel and recently visited Japan to see their daughter abroad. TJ and Michelle are outdoor lovers through and through — backpacking, hiking, hunting, fishing, even rock climbing. Michelle’s become quite the mountaineer! If you’re thinking about selling a house — no matter the reason — we’d love to hear your story and see how we can help.