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When a car gets repoed do they have to give you options get your back if so how many days take care of it in Washington?

In Washington state, there's no specific number of days a repossession company has to give you to retrieve your vehicle *before* they sell it. However, Washington law requires certain procedures to be followed *before* repossession and *after*. There's no "grace period" to get it back *after* repossession.

Before Repossession: The lender must typically provide you with notice of default *before* they can repossess your vehicle. This notice usually outlines the amount owed and gives you a chance to cure the default (bring your payments up to date). The exact requirements of this notice depend on the terms of your loan agreement. Failure to provide proper notice may make the repossession illegal.

After Repossession: Once your car is repossessed, your options are limited and time-sensitive. The repo agency must send you a notice of the repossession and that the car may be sold. This notice typically specifies a date after which the car will be sold. You must act quickly because this sale date often doesn't give much time to act. You would then have to pay the lender the full amount owed (including repossession fees) to get your vehicle back *before* that sale date.

There's no mandated grace period. The lender isn't legally obligated to give you extra time to retrieve the car after it's been repossessed. The time frame is determined by the lender and the notice they provide. The sale date is often set very shortly after repossession.

In short: Your best bet is to contact your lender *immediately* if you're having trouble making payments and try to work out a payment plan *before* repossession occurs. Once the car is repossessed, your options are extremely limited and you will need to act quickly. If you're facing repossession, seeking legal advice is strongly recommended to understand your rights and options under Washington law.