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Statement on 2019 Novel Coronavirus
Statement on 2019 Novel Coronavirus

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring the outbreak of a novel (meaning new) coronavirus (2019-nCoV), which was first detected in Wuhan City, China, and has since spread to 15 additional countries. With 5 cases of coronavirus confirmed in the United States... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted01/28/2020


Changes to Assistance Animal Reasonable Accommodations
Changes to Assistance Animal Reasonable Accommodations

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today released new guidance to clarify the responsibilities of both rental housing providers and renters concerning reasonable accommodation requests for emotional support animals (ESAs) in housing. For four years, this has been a priority... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted01/28/2020


Legislative Update 2020: Week 2
Legislative Update 2020: Week 2

In Olympia last week: The House Civil Rights & Judiciary Committee held a hearing on HB 2453, implementing "just cause" requirements in Washington. There were also hearings on HB 2520 adding onerous requirements to return a security deposit and HB 2535, implementing a mandatory grace period... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted01/27/2020


Legislative Update 2020: Week 1
Legislative Update 2020: Week 1

Washington's 66th Biennium resumed this week in Olympia. Washington’s legislative cycle is two years long, with sessions lasting 105 days in odd-numbered years and 60 days in even. 2020 is, therefore, a short session expected to end March 12. The first policy cut off is February 7. In the... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted01/20/2020


Seattle Proposes Eviction Moratorium
Seattle Proposes Eviction Moratorium

Eviction Moratoriums Harm Residents and Housing Providers: Washington Needs More Holistic Solutions to Address the Cause of Evictions and Homelessness Nobody should be without a safe place to stay during the winter – or any time of year. Evictions are a last resort for housing providers... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted01/7/2020


Everything You Need to Know to Comply with the CA Consumer Privacy Act
Everything You Need to Know to Comply with the CA Consumer Privacy Act

Apartment companies doing business in California or with Californians must be ready to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the first “omnibus” privacy law in the United States, by January 1, 2020. The CCPA applies to any business that collects personal information... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted01/6/2020


Maintenance Mania! 2020
Maintenance Mania! 2020

Maintenance Mania! is a nationwide competition to see who is the fastest in eight maintenance-focused challenges. Competitors can win cash, bragging rights and pride! Training Videos: AO Smith Water Heater Installation Frigidaire Icemaker Installation Kidde Fire & Carbon Monoxide Safety... Continue Reading

Postedby Tricia Johnson
Date posted01/6/2020


2019 - Ending the Decade Strong
2019 - Ending the Decade Strong

Potential new members to the association ask us what WMFHA does. To answer, we generally discuss our three “buckets” of service, outlined in our tagline: Advocate. Educate. Celebrate. However, more than what we do, what is special about WMFHA and our tremendous members is who we... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted01/3/2020


2020 Western WA Emerald Awards Finalists!
2020 Western WA Emerald Awards Finalists!

Congratulations to the finalists! ASSISTANT COMMUNITY MANAGER OF THE YEAR 1-300 UNITS Allen Pedroso, Chelsea at Juanita Village - Thrive Allison Schumer, Zig - Greystar Christopher Nicholas, O2 Apartments - Avenue5 Residential Cinthia Espindola, Parla Apartments - ConAm Management Whitney... Continue Reading

Postedby Tricia Johnson
Date posted12/3/2019


2020 Eastern WA Emerald Awards Finalists!
2020 Eastern WA Emerald Awards Finalists!

Congratulations to the finalists! ASSISTANT COMMUNITY MGR. OF THE YEAR 1-150 UNITS Elizabeth Hooper, Trail Lodge - Coast Property Management Isabelle Dean, Montgomery Court Apartments - Coast Yessica Gonzalez, Affinity at Southridge - FPI Management 151+ UNITS Danielle Packer,... Continue Reading

Postedby Tricia Johnson
Date posted12/3/2019


New Members from November
New Members from November

Management Companies: Northwest Property Management American Capital Realty Group Properties: The Millenium Aura Totem Lake Stazione 25 The LeeAnn 3652 Interlake/9227 Woodlawn Jackson Grand View Clark The Summit Apartment Homes Supplier Partners: Pioneer Human... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted12/2/2019


Credential Holder Spotlight: RoseMarie Peyton, CAM
Credential Holder Spotlight: RoseMarie Peyton, CAM

Bio: I come from the small town of Sumner WA. I have two wonderful kids that attend school in the Sumner school district. Prior to beginning my career in property management, I worked in retail management. I joined the team with Tarragon Property Services as a leasing agent and I quickly... Continue Reading

Postedby Sloane Cerbana
Date posted12/2/2019