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It is easier for RHAWA to screen applicants who have a Social Security Number (SSN). RHAWA can provide credit, criminal and eviction searches on any...

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As owners and managers of manufactured housing communities, we have a legal, ethical and financial responsibility to provide as high a quality...

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One of the most common missteps for inexperienced housing providers, is the handling of the deposit at move out. WA State law requires housing...

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RHAWA is very happy to recognize not one … but two outstanding Volunteers who have contributed to the organization making a lasting...

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Seattle's population grew by about 50,000 people between July 2018 and May 2021, but the city saw a net loss of 785 rental properties according to...

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The last few articles have been about Drain Systems, clearing them when clogged and digitally documenting them. A properly designed drain system...

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On February 29, 2020 Governor Inslee announced a state of emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 18, 2020 that became the basis for the...

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Governor Inslee’s eviction “Bridge” is scheduled to end on October 31. It succeeded only in providing cover for slow-moving rental...

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If you have been reading the headlines since May, you know that Washington law now prohibits you from giving notice to end a month-to-month...

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Seattle has enacted a 180 day notice and new relocation assistance requirements.

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Washington state’s rules and regulations covering tenants and housing providers have changed in major ways in 2021. With a variety of new...

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In SDCI's Annual RRIO Report delivered to the Seattle City Council, they announced that the number of rental properties registered in Seattle has...

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