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Keeping a tenancy in continuous fixed terms that are exempt from “just cause” can be challenging and will increase your administrative...

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This article focuses on Washington state requirements that are relevant to multifamily rental housing properties. In 2019, Washington state enacted...

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The 2026 legislative session wrapped up far kinder to housing providers than the last few have been, and the proof shows up on the calendar this...

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On February 2, the Spokane City Council approved Ordinance C36808, titled “Pathways to Eviction Diversion for Spokane,” on a 5-2...

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If you own a handful of rental properties in Washington, taxes probably aren’t your favorite topic—but they are one of the most...

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ESSB 6200 (Chapter 184, Laws of 2026) — Effective June 11, 2026. Beginning June 11, 2026, Washington landlords generally cannot prohibit...

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Every April, Fair Housing Month marks the anniversary of the federal Fair Housing Act, signed on April 11, 1968. For Washington housing providers,...

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Under the Fair Housing Act and Washington State law, residential tenants with disabilities have theright to reasonable accommodations or...

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In the rapidly evolving world of Washington real estate, staying ahead of legislative shifts is more than just a best practice; it is a cornerstone...

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It is a necessary industry practice to raise rent regularly in order to cover rising costs and keep properties in the range of market rent. With...

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Washington real estate investors often form limited liability companies (LLCs) to hold rental properties, joint ventures, and development projects....

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After living with the resulting confusion of two different rental codes in Tacoma, on top of major state law changes for the last two years, we...

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