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We are quickly approaching a moment that will significantly test the resiliency of our housing system amidst COVID-19 and historic unemployment....

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Seattle City Council recently passed legislation enacting a 6-month ban on evictions after the Governor’s COVID emergency order, currently set...

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RHAWA is excited to announce another evolution in the growth of our online membership benefits with the re-launch of our Connect Forum! The new...

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Now is your chance to help drive the direction and future of RHAWA. If you're the person people come to when they have tough problems to solve, and...

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Three bills have been passed through Seattle City Council over the past week and await to be signed into law by Mayor Durkin. These three bills...

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In the past, we mostly saw roommate groups in college areas. Now, adults of all ages are likely to share rental homes in order to manage the high...

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On Thursday evening, April 16, Governor Inslee updated and expanded his ban on eviction for all housing providers in the state. The new order now...

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RHAWA has released five new forms specifically focused on operating your rental unit and related issues arising from the COVID-19 pandemic, as well...

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MCLEAN, Va., March 24, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) today announced, in coordination with the Federal Housing Finance Agency...

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Emergency legislation would substantially expand existing short-term rental assistance for Americans impacted by COVID-19. Tacoma, WA –...

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COVID-19 represents a complete shock to Washington’s vital systems, infrastructure, and institutions. The virus is testing our world-class...

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Seattle (March 14, 2020) – Mayor Jenny A. Durkan signed an emergency order to put into place a temporary moratorium on residential evictions,...

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