Washington Rent receipts, payment methods & cash

Rent receipts, payment methods & cash in Washington

Landlords must accept a personal check, cashier's check or money order for rent (they can refuse personal checks for 9 months after a bounced check) and must allow payment by mail unless they have an accessible on-site location. A landlord may refuse cash but must give receipts for cash payments.

Verified Source: RCW 59.18.063 · last checked 2026-10-15