Inland NW Apartment Outlook 2026
Perspectives and Projections for 2027
Davenport Grand - Cedar Ballroom
333 West Spokane Falls BoulevardSpokane, WA 99201-0211
United States
Perspectives and Projections for 2027
2027 Forecast Breakfast: The Insights You Need to Stay Ahead
The future is coming fast; will your business be ready?
Join industry leaders, policy experts, and market economists for an exclusive breakfast event designed to give you a competitive edge heading into 2027. This can't-miss program will deliver the critical intelligence you need to navigate change, seize opportunities, and make informed business decisions with confidence.
What You'll Learn:
- The 2027 Legislative Landscape
Get an insider's perspective from our advocacy team as they break down the key policy issues shaping the year ahead. You'll gain valuable insights into upcoming elections, emerging legislative priorities, and what to expect during Washington's long legislative session in January 2027. - The Latest Renter Trends & Consumer Behaviors
Janet Morgan of Apartments.com will share fresh data and market insights on renter preferences, behaviors, and trends that are influencing housing decisions across the region. - Economic Outlook for 2027
Nationally recognized economist Matthew Gardner will provide his expert forecast on the economy, housing market, employment trends, interest rates, and the factors expected to impact business performance in the year ahead.
Why Attend?
✓ Forecast more accurately
✓ Build stronger budgets and financial plans
✓ Prepare for policy and market shifts
✓ Identify opportunities before your competitors
✓ Start 2027 with confidence and a clear strategy
Whether you're focused on operations, investment decisions, budgeting, or long-term planning, this event will equip you with the knowledge and insights needed to make smarter business decisions.
Speakers:
Jake MaysonWMFHA |
Janet MorganApartments.com |
Matthew GardnerGardner Economics |
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Registration Options
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Registration Options
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Credits | Price |
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Member Ticket
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2.00 (Seminar) |
$79.00
Price will increase to $89.00 on
7/4/26
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Non-Member Ticket
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2.00 (Seminar) |
$99.00
Price will increase to $119.00 on
7/4/26
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Agenda
| July 23 | |
| 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Check-in & Breakfast Served |
| 8:30 AM - 8:40 AM | Welcome - Nick Marin - Executive Director, Washington Multi Family Housing Association |
| 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM | Legislative Update - Jake Mayson - Director of Government Affairs, WMFHA |
| 9:20 AM - 9:45 AM | Renter Behaviors & Trends - Janet Morgan, Apartments.com |
| 9:50 AM - 10:30 AM | Economic Forecast - Matthew Gardner, Gardner Economics |
| 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM | Q&A and Wrap Up |
Jake Mayson, WMFHA
Jake Mayson grew up in Western and Central Washington before spending his senior year of high school in Los Alamos, New Mexico. He returned to attend Washington State University, where he studied Political Science and was active in student government. Jake began his career as staff in the Washington State Senate, supporting the senator who chaired Economic Development and Vice-Chaired Energy and Environment. He went on to work on a range of state and local campaigns across Washington and spent time lobbying with Carney Badley Spellman, representing clients in healthcare, construction, insurance, and manufacturing. He later led political and government affairs programs for the Central Washington Home Builders Association and Greater Spokane Incorporated, focusing on issues such as land use, healthcare, workforce development, energy, and economic development. Before joining WMFHA in December 2025, Jake spent time as the Director of State and Local Government Affairs for Walgreens Co, managing the company's legislative activities across 10 states.
Janet Morgan, Apartments.com
Janet Morgan brings more than 25 years of media and sales experience to her work, along with a passion for helping clients and teams grow in meaningful, measurable ways. Over the past decade with CoStar Group/Apartments.com, she has partnered with multifamily organizations across the Pacific Northwest to develop smart, strategic marketing solutions that drive performance and create lasting value. Known for her consultative style, collaborative leadership, and positive energy, Janet has built a reputation for developing strong teams, fostering trusted relationships, and finding creative ways to solve challenges. Her work has earned multiple President’s Circle honors, recognition as one of Washington’s Top 50 Women Leaders, and the 2025 IREM Western Washington Industry Partner of the Year award.
Matthew Gardner, Gardner Economics
For the past 28-years, Matthew has specialized in analyzing and interpreting economic data and its impact on the real estate market across the U.S.
He currently sit on the Washington State Governors Council of Economic Advisors, the Association of Washington Businesses Council of Economic Advisors, and is an Advisory Board Member at the Runstad Center for Real Estate Studies at the University of Washington where he also lectures in real estate economics.
His forecasts are used by the Federal Bank of Philadelphia; by Reuters in their Home Price Forecast Survey and by Fannie Mae in their Home Price Expectation Survey.
Matthew is a leading economist and has delivered his market update for the past 20 years at WMFHA's Washington Apartment Outlook in King County.
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