RHAWA Deepens its Presence into Spokane Market
Over the last several years RHAWA has prioritized developing and nurturing relationships and strategic partnerships unique to Eastern Washington. To continue deepening those ties, RHAWA has recently employed a Spokane team member, who is also a trusted industry expert.
Daniel Klemme joined the RHAWA team in late February. He serves as Membership Development and Government Affairs staff. With a focus on innovative solutions and effective communication, Daniel has established himself as a trusted figure in the field.
Having dedicated his career to addressing homelessness and housing insecurity, Daniel is recognized as an expert in housing provider outreach and engagement strategies. His work in the nonprofit sector, particularly in finding permanent housing solutions for Veterans and Section 8 program participants, showcases his commitment to creating positive change in his community. Daniel’s leadership extends to his involvement with the Landlord Association of the Inland Northwest, where he has served in various capacities including as President. His insights into the impacts of policy and regulation on vulnerable populations and his ability to develop relationships with diverse stakeholders led him to want to work for RHAWA. Daniel is committed to enhancing the value of membership for rental housing providers and vendors, irrespective of size or tenure.
RHAWA’s focus remains unwavering: to empower members and vendors with streamlined systems and cutting-edge technology, optimizing rental housing operations and administration while maximizing profitability in community investments. RHAWA is dedicated to fortifying communication, engagement, and messaging to both internal and external stakeholders through diverse platforms, including in-person and digital meetings, recorded classes, media outreach, and special events. Even in instances where RHAWA may challenge prevailing laws and regulations and the ensuing industry repercussions, we remain committed to providing comprehensive education on ethical compliance. Through education, mentoring, networking, political advocacy, and community engagement, we continuously deliver substantial value to our members and communities alike.
In Spokane, RHAWA is poised to educate rental housing providers on navigating the complex landscape of evolving laws and regulatory requirements. These include, but are not limited to, rental registry requirements, business license prerequisites, code enforcement procedures, fire department safety standards, record retention protocols, updates to the Residential Rental Code, tenant screening obligations, and the emergence of new rights and responsibilities for both providers and tenants. Stay tuned for more information about:
• ONLINE Class: Spokane Rental Regulations
Attorney Eric Steven walks us through Spokane’s recent changes to the city’s rental housing code on May 8. Register for this event at rhawa.org/events/spokane-rental-regulations-202403.
• Spokane Monthly In-Person LINK Meeting
In late spring/early summer, RHAWA will host these informal monthly meetups. These meetups are a great opportunity for rental property owners, managers, investors, and associates to learn a thing or two about how to run their rental business, ask questions of industry professionals and share their own experiences. For more information about our monthly LINK Meetings, please read Daniel Bannon’s article on page 11 or visit RHAwa.org/events/link-meetings.
As housing continues to be one of the state's most pressing and complex challenges, the significance of our contributions cannot be overstated. The value we bring to our community is exceptional, underscoring our unwavering commitment to addressing and overcoming the multifaceted issues confronting rental housing providers nationwide. Contract RHAWA’s Government Affairs team (advocacy@RHAwa.org) if you would like to discuss happenings at the local level, or please feel free to reach out to Daniel Klemme and welcome him to the RHAWA team. He can be reached via email at dklemme@RHAwa.org or via phone at (206) 905-0611.