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Seattle Bans Rental Junk Fees | Seattle News
Seattle just cracked down on hidden rental fees with a new law taking effect July 1, 2027—banning “junk fees” like application charges, pet rent, and surprise late fees that can inflate monthly costs by 10-30%. Mayor Katie Wilson championed the move to make housing more affordable, pushing for transparency so renters can compare real total costs, not misleading base rents. Landlords who break the rules face legal action and triple the fee amount in penalties. This isn’t unique to Seattle—other states are already tackling these sneaky charges to level the playing field and protect tenants…
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