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The City of Burien met on October 24, 2022 to discuss a suite of rental regulations that go far beyond the harmful policies recommended by A...

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As many of you are aware, A Regional Coalition for Housing (ARCH) has proposed a suite of tenant protections to several cities throughout Washington...

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You may not be taking advantage of a basic benefit of membership – free ONDEMAND courses curated with your specific needs in mind, depending...

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The 38th Annual PNW Property & Innovations TRENDS Conference & Trade Show will be returning to a LIVE and in-person format! We’re...

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Both state and local laws regulate the collection of security deposits from tenants at move in. These conditions will be scrutinized if the deposit...

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Recently we have received feedback from some of our members that the multitude of categories in the Connect Forum are making the forum too...

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On Monday, October 3, 2022, Port Townsend City Council had the first reading of Ordinance 3296, requiring increase notice periods for rent...

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You have work, school, guests coming over, and everyone in the family needs hot water now. Unfortunately, life as you know it has just been...

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In the Newcastle City Council meeting on September 20, 2022, following a long period of testimony and discussion, the City Council voted not to...

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As the day of the general election quickly approaches, lets take a quick look back to the last two years of legislative changes. For those who do...

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Ordinance No. 2986, effective October 6, 2022 creates additional housing provider restrictions in the City of Issaquah, including: Extended Rent...

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In the 1031 game, if you are considering a tax deferred exchange, what kind of “Dream Team” should you have lined up?  How do you choose...

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