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Because actual limits on rent increases are unconstitutional in Washington State, local governments have been passing ordinances that create...

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We at the Rental Housing Association of Washington strive to provide the best possible support to our valued members. To achieve this, we need your...

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Seattle, WA – In a landmark move set to reshape the rental housing landscape in Washington State, the Rental...

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The Rental Housing Association of Washington (RHAWA) and the Landlord Association of the Inland Northwest (LLA) have announced their merger,...

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In the third installment of our series, "The Heart of Housing," we examine the inexorable link between timely evictions, tenant safety, and...

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Washington Building Code Council Actions Cause Confusion

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If you’re a longtime CURRENT subscriber you’ve seen this article before. We hope following our suggestions helps to fortify your piece...

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While the rematch of the Biden v. Trump battle will capture the bulk of the political national media attention over the course of the summer, there...

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This spring has brought a bit of a slow down compared to the winter months in local jurisdictions proposing new rental regulations due primarily to...

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If you watched any of the testimony against HB 2114 during the 2024 legislative session, then you may have seen Morgan Shook of ECOnorthwest...

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Maia Espinoza is running for state senate in the 28th district which en compasses University Place, Lake wood, Fircrest, Dupont, Steilacoom, Elk...

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THIS ARTICLE INCLUDES INFORMATION ON AZIBO WHICH NO LONGER EXISTS DUE TO AN ACQUISITION BY ANOTHER COMPANY. RHAWA IS IN THE PROCESS OF DETERMINING...

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