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Rental Housing Association of Washington partners with National Purchasing Partners (NPP) to bring members exclusive discounts from brands like...

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Washington is a beautiful state and there are lots of people moving here. That has heated up the rental housing market in the greater Seattle area...

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Tenant screening laws are rapidly evolving in Washington State, in particular when dealing with criminal records and how to consider an...

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Cameron Cowan | Knowledge Steward Rental housing has a variety of pitfalls. One false move and a simple mistake could adversely affect your property...

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We launched our new podcast, Under One Roof in June and took the podcast to iTunes and Google play distribution in July. It is an exciting new...

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At its full council meeting on August 14, Seattle City Council voted unanimously to enact an ordinance which prevents Seattle landlords from using...

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Starting July 31, Seattle City Light began installing new, advanced meters with radio transmitters at properties in Seattle. Their wireless...

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Cash flow should be the number one rental term that you develop a complete understanding of as a rental property investor. Cash flow is the money...

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Thank you for writing to me about the Fair Chance Housing Legislation. This legislation will not go into effect until 150 days after the Mayor...

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Sean Martin | Director of External Affairs Rent control is the Holy Grail for many low-income housing and tenant advocates who see it as the only...

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On the 65th Washington Legislature Washington State’s 65th Legislature began its 2017 legislative session on January 9th, with the one...

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Renting to your kid in college or grad school might seem like a good idea. There are some fun advantages and possibilities for collaborating with...

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