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Tacoma's Rental Housing Code Becomes Effective
Tacoma's Rental Housing Code Becomes Effective

Beginning Friday, February 1, new landlord-tenant laws take effect for properties in the City of Tacoma only. Jump to Information required at the initiation of the tenancy, and Information and notice requirements to terminate a tenancy. A copy of the ordinance can be found here. First, all... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted01/28/2019


Welcome to the Family, New Members!
Welcome to the Family, New Members!

Property Management: Properties: Supplier Partners: Real Property Management Today Arras Blue Pine Construction Company Phinney Ridge Triplex Clean Source Property Maintenance Florence Apartments Bellevue Construction Services LLC Muse 3040 Apartments Continue Reading

Postedby Kelly Wakefield (deleted)
Date posted01/24/2019


Discounted Apartmentalize Tickets Through WMFHA
Discounted Apartmentalize Tickets Through WMFHA

Apartmentalize: June 26 - 28, 2019 Denver, CO The apartment industry's premier event will be in Denver, Colorado this year. Whether you're early in your career, a more seasoned professional, or looking to move up in the rental housing industry, Apartmentalize is where you need to be - where... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted01/24/2019


How to Handle the Federal Government Shutdown
How to Handle the Federal Government Shutdown

As the government shutdown continues to drag on into the second month, there is a lot of media attention directed at the government's ability to continue funding housing programs. Particularly of interest is Project-Based Section 8 and Tenant-Based Section 8 for federal employees who continue to... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted01/23/2019


Members Using Members Contest!
Members Using Members Contest!

Share your Members Using Members story and win $300 cash! Help us spread the word about Members Using Members by sharing your story, and be entered to win cash prizes! Here's how it works: Tell your story. It can be in any format that works for you: video, graphics, or written. Share your... Continue Reading

Postedby Kelly Wakefield (deleted)
Date posted01/23/2019


The Plumbing & Drain Company: Doing the Right Thing from Day One
The Plumbing & Drain Company: Doing the Right Thing from Day One

Website sponsorships include a blog feature! Their motto “Do the Right Thing” is not just a marketing scheme – they mean it. When The Plumbing & Drain Company started in 2011, partners Brian Harding, Eric Styles, and Randy Sak sought to do just that. Their growth and success... Continue Reading

Postedby Kelly Wakefield (deleted)
Date posted01/22/2019


2018 - A Look Back at an Amazing Year for WMFHA
2018 - A Look Back at an Amazing Year for WMFHA

As I reflect on 2018, I am in awe of what an exceptional year we had! There are too many people to thank here, but my appreciation goes to all our members who helped us have such a successful year. Membership Growth 2018 was another record-breaking year with rapid growth. At National Apartment... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted01/16/2019


Credential Holder Spotlight: Kendehl Rojanasthien
Credential Holder Spotlight: Kendehl Rojanasthien

Biography: Kendehl Rojanasthien started as a Business Development and Regional Manager at Thrive Communities in 2014, after completing her MBA at Seattle University. Proposing on new fee management led to overseeing a portfolio of over 17 communities, most of which she helped bring to the company.... Continue Reading

Postedby Sloane Cerbana
Date posted01/7/2019


Residents Affected by the Partial Government Shutdown?
Residents Affected by the Partial Government Shutdown?

As you are probably aware, the U.S. Government entered a partial shutdown at midnight on Saturday, Dec. 22. The shutdown is now in its second week and almost 800,000 people are either furloughed or working without pay. Though apartment owners and operators cannot allow impacted residents to live... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted01/3/2019


Your 2018 Credential Earners!
Your 2018 Credential Earners!

Congratulations to all of your 2018 NAAEI credential earners! National Apartment Leasing Professionals: Adriana Vargas, NALP Pillar Properties Amanda Lockleer, NALP Insite Property Solutions Brittany Taylor, NALP Pillar Properties Cassandra... Continue Reading

Postedby Sloane Cerbana
Date posted01/3/2019


Advocate. Educate. Celebrate. In 2019!
Advocate. Educate. Celebrate. In 2019!

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Postedby Kelly Wakefield (deleted)
Date posted01/2/2019


Newest Members Round out 2018!
Newest Members Round out 2018!

We work for you! Management Companies: Modern Luxe Condos Spinnaker Property Management Safe Harbor Property Management Properties: Stratus Bella Vista Highlander Apts, LLC Solara Martha Lake Monterra Emmons on Third Pine Villa Resident Court Riverwalk Point I Supplier Partners: Lowe's... Continue Reading

Postedby Kelly Wakefield (deleted)
Date posted12/20/2018