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Warm New Member Welcome
Warm New Member Welcome

Thank you for joining us! Property Members: Sheridan Beach Terrace Andrew's Arms Andrew's Glen Andrew's Heights Chalet Johnson Hill Mine Hill Rose Crest at Talus Talisman Charbern Inn The Reserve at... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted09/19/2019


Apartment Industry Contributes $3.4 Trillion to National Economy
Apartment Industry Contributes $3.4 Trillion to National Economy

Apartment Industry & Its Residents Contribute $3.4 Trillion to the National Economy A new Hoyt Advisory Study commissioned by the National Apartment Association (NAA) and National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) reveals that the apartment/multifamily industry and its residents annually... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted09/12/2019


Federal Way 2020 Rental Registration and Inspection Fee
Federal Way 2020 Rental Registration and Inspection Fee

The City of Federal Way is considering a rental registration and inspection program. The program will be proposed and considered by the City Council beginning in December, with an implementation and registration period throughout 2020. The city is currently proposing a $15 per unit registration... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted09/5/2019


Understanding the changes to the RLTA from the landlord's perspective
Understanding the changes to the RLTA from the landlord's perspective

An article which appeared in last Saturday’s Tacoma News Tribune highlighting new landlord-tenant laws included several assertions by tenant advocates claiming that landlords are intentionally attempting to remove protections granted to them under the new law. To set the record straight,... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted08/22/2019


Credential Spotlight: Lexi Furnish, CAM
Credential Spotlight: Lexi Furnish, CAM

Bio: As a Spokane native, I have enjoyed my experiences within this great city from the time I was born. I now enjoy this beautiful city with Kaden, my free-spirited 9-year-old and Sofia, my little diva who is just over a year. I spend most of my time with my children exploring and watching them... Continue Reading

Postedby Sloane Cerbana
Date posted08/20/2019


New Members - All Aboard!
New Members - All Aboard!

Welcome aboard to our new valued members! Property Management Members: Premier Residential Reliant Property Management Cirrus Asset Management Walls Property Management Property Members: The Landing at Vancouver SK Apartments Woodlake Townhomes Courtyard 465 Broadmoor 100 on... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted08/15/2019


Proposed Fund Can Provide Relief and New Beginning for Domestic Violence Survivors
Proposed Fund Can Provide Relief and New Beginning for Domestic Violence Survivors

On average, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 9 men experience some form of domestic violence at the hands of an intimate partner in America. Here in Washington state, the data is alarming. In 2018, the Domestic Abuse Women’s Network (DAWN) answered more than 5,700 calls from survivors desperate for... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted08/15/2019


Interview with a CEO - Denny Thostrud from American Floors & Blinds
Interview with a CEO - Denny Thostrud from American Floors & Blinds

When did you start with AFB and what was your first position? 1991. I started in our Renton distribution warehouse pulling mini-blind orders and preparing them for shipment to apartment communities, universities and housing authorities across the country. Where are you from? I was born in... Continue Reading

Postedby Julia Shebeko
Date posted08/13/2019


Tips for Taking Your Property Photos to the Next Level
Tips for Taking Your Property Photos to the Next Level

Summer is photo season! It's that time of the year when the sun is out and our properties look their best in natural light. We have all heard the phrase, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” It couldn’t be truer. Our property photos will paint a picture of what the residents... Continue Reading

Postedby Jon Barrino (deleted)
Date posted08/13/2019


Housing Affordability Solutions
Housing Affordability Solutions

The subject of housing affordability is front and center in the national conversation. The causes of rising housing costs and available and effective solutions are just now getting their much-deserved spotlight. Congressman Denny Heck from Washington’s 10th District made his viewpoint very... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted07/29/2019


Move For Hunger Food Donation Q2 Report
Move For Hunger Food Donation Q2 Report

IN TOTAL WE HAVE DONATED: 10,533 lbs. = 8,778 meals! TOP COMMUNITIES THIS QUARTER: Riverside Park Apartments, Tarragon Property Services - 272 lbs. The Century, Pillar Properties - 254 lbs. Stadium PLace Apartments, Pillar Properties - 113 lbs. Chinook Park Apartments, Tarragon Property Services... Continue Reading

Postedby Kelly Wakefield (deleted)
Date posted07/26/2019


Newest Member Welcome!
Newest Member Welcome!

We are so glad all of our new members joined us! Member Mondays Virtual Meeting - Make the Most of Your Membership! New Management Company Members: Hall Equities Group REACH CDC New Property Members: Selkirk Lodge Riverside at Trutina The Cascadian in Edmonds LLC Cypress 600... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted07/25/2019