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The early 20th century poet Joyce Kilmer had never conceived of an MHC when he penned the poem, “I think that I shall never see a poem as...

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Multi-family property owners continue to see their ability to manage their properties become more and more regulated. It’s been a tough couple...

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Ready or not, here comes March! Because of the submission deadlines, as I write this article it’s still early February; still dark, cold, and...

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According to the latest data from Seattle’s Rental Property Registration database, Seattle continues to experience a decline in rental housing...

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It’s February! Ready to plant your garden, get some sun, throw open a window? Remember, February is still the middle of winter. We’ve...

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Seattle City Council met today to discuss a Council resolution that had been proposed by Councilmember Sawant. It was proposed in response to Mayor...

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This year's legislative session has been one of the most successful legislative sessions in recent years. Thanks to your advocacy, we were able to...

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The 2022 Legislative Session is nearly halfway done already. As the fight to defend housing provider's rights continues, we need to look both into...

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Did you know that RHAWA houses a wealth of knowledge on the rental housing industry laws and best practices? Having access to this information is...

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January has arrived, and it is a great time to schedule exterior building maintenance. Whether you have a small crack in your foundation or a...

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Bill Summary Allows a tenant to sue the housing provider if they: Violate any provision of RCW 59.18 or RCW 59.20 Engaged in "Unfair, deceptive or...

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Key Takeaways: What are the Four Stages of a Real Estate Cycle? What are some Current Macro Real Estate Trends Impacting Investment Real...

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