LINK Meeting Topic Preview & NEW Location!

LINK Meetings are one of the best ways to meet like-minded members and expand your knowledge of both rental property strategies as well as the specifics of your local jurisdiction. LINK Meetings take place all across the state, and we are excited to bring this service down south to Clark County for the very first time this month!

Attendees of the RHAWA LINK Meetings will already be familiar with the fact that these meetings cover a variety of topics related to every aspect of running a rental business. The first several months of this year's topics were dominated by the omnipresent State Legislature; however, as we move out of the lawmaking season, we return to our regular format for LINK meetings. This means you have the opportunity to learn about many other topics that will provide you with exclusive content from RHAWA, as well as insight from other attendees.

As we move on to the second half of the calendar year, we wanted to provide our membership with some insight as to the topics that will be covered in this year's meetings. The meeting topics are curated by the volunteer facilitator of your specific meeting, so make sure to check out the other meetings if there is a topic mentioned below that won’t be covered in depth at your specific location. The LINK meetings are scheduled throughout the month to accommodate members attending multiple meetings in one month if they desire.

Check out the calendar to attend the first LINK Meeting in Clark County this month on page 4. We hope to see you there soon!

Dealing with Pets, ESAs, and Service Animals

Clarify the distinctions between pets, emotional support animals (ESAs), and service animals under federal and state law. We'll cover how to legally process accommodation requests, handle documentation, enforce pet policies, and maintain safety and fairness for all residents, without violating fair housing laws.

How to Account for Tenant Damage

Learn how to accurately document, estimate, and report tenant-caused damage, including what’s considered “wear and tear” versus chargeable damage. We'll discuss how to use move-in/move-out checklists, invoice repairs properly, and handle disputes over security deposit deductions.

Notice Requirements

Stay compliant by understanding the specific timelines and legal requirements for giving notices—whether it's for rent increases, entry, lease terminations, or evictions. We’ll break down when and how notices must be delivered and what language must be included.

Forming LLCs

Explore the legal and financial advantages of creating a Limited Liability Company (LLC) for your rental business. We'll walk through the formation process, tax implications, asset protection benefits, and tips for managing multiple properties under separate entities. Some locations may even feature an attorney guest speaker for this topic!

Section 8 Vouchers

Understand how the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program works from a housing provider’s perspective. We’ll cover how to lease to voucher holders, pass inspections, handle rent adjustments, and manage compliance while maximizing rental income stability.

Choosing a Vendor

Find out how to vet, hire, and manage reliable vendors and contractors for maintenance and repairs. This will include some tips and tricks for navigating the RHAWA Vendor Directory. We’ll share red flags to watch for, questions to ask, how to compare bids, and why having a trusted vendor list is key to protecting your time and investment.

Death of a Tenant

Learn the correct legal procedures and sensitive steps to take if a tenant passes away in your rental. We’ll cover how to secure the property, handle belongings, communicate with next of kin, and understand your responsibilities under the law.

Setting Policies & Tenant Screening

Develop clear, consistent rental policies and learn how to screen tenants effectively and legally. We'll discuss background checks, credit reports, income verification, and how to avoid common fair housing violations during the selection process. Your local jurisdiction may have unique screening laws; make sure you’re familiar with all of them.

Accounting Best Practices

Master the basics of rental property accounting, from setting up your chart of accounts to tracking income and expenses. We’ll cover tax prep tips, digital tools, and how to stay audit-ready while keeping your finances organized and transparent. Some locations will feature a CPA guest speaker!

Property & Renters Insurance

Protect yourself and your tenants by understanding the different types of insurance policies available. We'll explain what property owners should look for in landlord insurance and why requiring renters' insurance can reduce your liability. Featuring an insurance professional guest speaker at some locations!

Dealing with Lack of Compliance

Gain strategies to address noncompliance issues such as unauthorized occupants, property neglect, or missed rent. We’ll discuss how to issue warnings, document behavior, enforce lease terms, and take legal action when necessary—all while keeping things professional and compliant.

Winterization

When a house's water pipes freeze, the situation is not as simple as calling a plumber. A 1/8-inch crack in a pipe can spew up to 250 gallons of water a day, causing flooding, serious structural damage, and the immediate potential for mold. We encourage vendors who specialize in property maintenance to attend these meetings to provide their insight and meet members in person!

Member Horror Stories

Many of our members have dealt with unique and often difficult situations while providing housing as a small landlord. Small landlords often have to solve these problems on their own, which makes it of utmost importance to be prepared for any scenario. This week, RHAWA has included a few examples of unique, difficult situations based on the lived experience of our members. We encourage LINK meeting attendees to read through these scenarios and brainstorm as to how they would deal with a similar situation. We also encourage attendees to share their own “Horror Stories” and allow the group to discuss how they might have dealt with the situation.

Election Recap

When election results roll in, RHAWA takes the opportunity to fill our members in about the results of the year’s election cycle. We will highlight some of our key races, biggest wins, as well as some lessons learned. As always, RHAWA encourages our members to be as involved as possible in our Advocacy efforts. Help from our members is essential to our goal of improving the rental housing market for all.

RHA PAC & LDF

The RHA Political Action Committee and Legal Defense Fund are the first and last lines of defense against harmful policies, respectively. The RHA PAC ensures that candidates who understand the issues of small housing providers are properly supported in their campaigns. On the other end of the spectrum, the Legal Defense Fund allows RHAWA to engage in legal action when certain policies infringe on the rights of housing providers in an excessive manner.

ENGAGE25

This is your premier opportunity to dive deep into housing. This two-day conference, held October 22–23, 2025, at the Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue, offers unparalleled education, policy discussions, and networking opportunities. Featuring over 25 breakout sessions, dynamic keynotes, and lively networking events, ENGAGE25 equips you with the knowledge and connections to navigate the complexities of the rental market, advocate for positive change, and foster equitable relationships between rental housing providers and residents.

1031 Exchanges

Some housing providers may want to move away from day-to-day management responsibilities while still holding onto some of the key benefits of real estate – preservation of value, steady income, and portfolio diversification. In fact, a significant portion of an individual's net worth may be concentrated in a particular property type or location or, in some cases, a single asset. Having all or most of your eggs in one basket is rarely a sound financial strategy. One alternative to consider is a tax-deferred 1031 Exchange into a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST).