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There are several new changes in Tenant Screening within the City of Seattle this year. I’d like to talk to you about two of them that...

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The market in Seattle is changing. Simply posting an ad on Craigslist isn't going to cut it when 12,000 new units are coming online in 2018 with...

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Being a housing provider always has it's little annoyances. Some of them are bigger than others. But if you want to get involved in rental...

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If you have been thinking about getting into a larger investment within rental housing, buying yet more houses might seem a bit unwieldy. It can...

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Real Estate Investment takes many forms. It's been a popular way to gain income for awhile. Online websites like BiggerPockets, Landlordology, and...

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Pets and Service Animals are a subject that we get many calls to the RHAWA Resource Desk about from our members. Many people have some anxiety...

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The busy rental season is upon us again and many housing providers will be offering their homes and apartments for open houses. However, right now...

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Real Estate investing can be extremely rewarding financially. If you have succeeded in your prior real estate investment activities, you may be...

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Many people see the marketing opportunity in rental housing. This is especially true in our Greater Seattle area and throughout the Puget Sound...

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Investment property is a tremendous business. Being a housing provider is an exciting journey that is filled with wonderful moments, a few...

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Adam Purkey | Membership Engagement Manager On April 11, RHAWA will be bringing together experts from all aspects of the rental housing industry...

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You've rented to a tenant(s) and things are going along well. They are paying rent and utilities and there seems to be no problems. Until you hear...

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