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RHAWA hit the ground running the day after the 2024 Legislative Session came to a close in March. During this time the RHAWA Government Affairs team...

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Every RHAWA member has free access to a comprehensive lineup of ONDEMAND courses that are specifically curated based on membership type. These...

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One winter, on a Saturday night, it was my turn to cover the phones. A customer called at about 10:00 p.m. and said “everything was backed...

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FEDERAL AND STATE EXECUTIVE: Well, the general election held a few surprises when it came to the national and statewide stage, but also many...

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Kshama Sawant is back in the spotlight, this time taking her ideological crusade to the national stage. In a rally held in Michigan, Sawant openly...

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A. Mold & Mildew Exterior paints can support the growth of mildew, particularly after they have weathered more than a couple of years. Flat...

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Washington State rental regulations, not to mention the myriad of different local laws, are now among the most complex in the country. Joining RHAWA...

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Local governments have been quietly busy this summer tackling their required state mandate to update their Comprehensive Plans. Local governments...

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With Fall knocking on our doors, plenty of heating and cooling companies are offering a cheap ‘Pre-Season Check Up’. Sound great? Spooky...

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Effective winterization is part of a broad approach to providing housing that involves regular inspections, timely maintenance, and proactive...

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_____ BELLINGHAM Bellingham City Council member Jace Cotton brought forward a proposal to limit fees in Bellingham. To the tune of just shy of 30...

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As we enter the final months of 2024, Washington State’s rental housing market stands at a crucial intersection. Costs continue to rise for...

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