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Why Your Property Needs Location-Specific Digital Marketing
Why Your Property Needs Location-Specific Digital Marketing

When you pick up your phone and search for something “near me,” the ads that show up are a great example of local marketing in action. With the information local renters need only a quick search away, your property must show up in order to compete in an increasingly digital... Continue Reading

Postedby Gwyneth Iredale (deleted)
Date posted10/15/2019


Washington Apartment Outlook - What You Need to Know
Washington Apartment Outlook - What You Need to Know

We held our annual economic forecast luncheon, the Washington Apartment Outlook (WAO), with a record 825 industry professionals in attendance. WMFHA's WAO is the property management industry's leading economic forecast event. The rental housing industry is changing rapidly. Market conditions,... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted10/15/2019


City of Burien Enacts Tenant Protections
City of Burien Enacts Tenant Protections

On Monday, October 7, the City of Burien passed a bill creating a local rental housing code requiring "just cause" for termination of a tenancy, requiring distribution of information and notice of intent to sell low-income housing properties. The law takes effect on October 15, 2019, and applies... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted10/10/2019


Seattle Adopts New Tenant Protections
Seattle Adopts New Tenant Protections

The City of Seattle recently passed legislation requiring changes to the notices served to residents. These laws were signed by the Mayor on October 4 and take effect on November 3, 2019, for all properties located in the City of Seattle. Below is a summary of each of the laws: Council Bill... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted10/10/2019


Announcing Western Washington Emerald Awards Nominees!
Announcing Western Washington Emerald Awards Nominees!

ASSISTANT COMMUNITY MGR. OF THE YEAR 1-300 UNITS Alice Pearson, Woodridge Park - Allied Residential Allen Pedroso, Chelsea at Juanita Village - Thrive Communities Allison Schumer, Zig - Greystar Bailey Donovan, Carvel at Harbour Pointe - Coast Brittany Talmadge, The Maverick -... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted10/8/2019


Announcing Eastern Washington Emerald Awards Nominees!
Announcing Eastern Washington Emerald Awards Nominees!

ASSISTANT COMMUNITY MNG. OF THE YEAR 1-150 UNITS Elizabeth Hooper, Trail Lodge Apartments - Coast Property Management Isabelle Dean, Montgomery Court Apartments - Coast Property Management Yessica Gonzalez, Affinity at Southridge - FPI Management 151+ UNITS Brooklyn Kastler, RiverPointe -... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted10/8/2019


5th annual Impact Day with Rebuilding Together!
5th annual Impact Day with Rebuilding Together!

More than $22,000 of goods and services were donated to our 5th annual Volunteer Impact Day! Rebuilding Together Seattle brings volunteers and communities together to help low-income homeowners live in warmth, safety, and independence. We host our Impact Day yearly to continue to give back to... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted10/1/2019


Warm New Member Welcome
Warm New Member Welcome

Thank you for joining us! Property Members: Sheridan Beach Terrace Andrew's Arms Andrew's Glen Andrew's Heights Chalet Johnson Hill Mine Hill Rose Crest at Talus Talisman Charbern Inn The Reserve at... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted09/19/2019


Apartment Industry Contributes $3.4 Trillion to National Economy
Apartment Industry Contributes $3.4 Trillion to National Economy

Apartment Industry & Its Residents Contribute $3.4 Trillion to the National Economy A new Hoyt Advisory Study commissioned by the National Apartment Association (NAA) and National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) reveals that the apartment/multifamily industry and its residents annually... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted09/12/2019


Federal Way 2020 Rental Registration and Inspection Fee
Federal Way 2020 Rental Registration and Inspection Fee

The City of Federal Way is considering a rental registration and inspection program. The program will be proposed and considered by the City Council beginning in December, with an implementation and registration period throughout 2020. The city is currently proposing a $15 per unit registration... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted09/5/2019


Understanding the changes to the RLTA from the landlord's perspective
Understanding the changes to the RLTA from the landlord's perspective

An article which appeared in last Saturday’s Tacoma News Tribune highlighting new landlord-tenant laws included several assertions by tenant advocates claiming that landlords are intentionally attempting to remove protections granted to them under the new law. To set the record straight,... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted08/22/2019


Credential Spotlight: Lexi Furnish, CAM
Credential Spotlight: Lexi Furnish, CAM

Bio: As a Spokane native, I have enjoyed my experiences within this great city from the time I was born. I now enjoy this beautiful city with Kaden, my free-spirited 9-year-old and Sofia, my little diva who is just over a year. I spend most of my time with my children exploring and watching them... Continue Reading

Postedby Sloane Cerbana
Date posted08/20/2019