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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


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


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


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


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


Details About Tacoma's New Rental Housing Code
Details About Tacoma's New Rental Housing Code

Tacoma's Rental Housing Code Effective February 1, 2019 On November 20, Tacoma City Council passed an ordinance which creates specific renter protections for renters in the City of Tacoma. The law applies to properties in the City of Tacoma only. The majority of the new law becomes effective... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted12/12/2018


You Raised $47,024 for Childhaven!
You Raised $47,024 for Childhaven!

You showed up during the season for giving to children and joined us in setting a new fundraising record for Holiday Giving Gala! You showed you care about the community and gave back even more than last year. Thanks to the 180 attendees, 5 sponsors, donors who gave 69 auction items, the... Continue Reading

Postedby Kelly Wakefield (deleted)
Date posted12/4/2018


How to Implement a Smoke-Free Housing Policy
How to Implement a Smoke-Free Housing Policy

Establishing a Smoke-Free policy in an apartment community has not only been a growing trend with rental housing providers in Washington and across the country but is now common place in our industry. Landlords nationwide and locally have developed a reasonable step-by-step process for... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted11/26/2018


Tacoma Passes Rental Housing Code
Tacoma Passes Rental Housing Code

After seven months of negotiations, the Tacoma City Council passed a Rental Housing Code on the evening of 11/20/18. The majority of the new laws become effective February 1, 2019, however, the Council passed an amendment speeding up the effective date of notice of rent increases. Beginning... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted11/26/2018