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Jason Loughridge Named Director of Career Development at WMFHA
Jason Loughridge Named Director of Career Development at WMFHA

WMFHA Team member on the MOVE! Continue Reading

Date posted08/13/2025


Welcome to the 400 Club – Our WMFHAmily Just Got Bigger!
Welcome to the 400 Club – Our WMFHAmily Just Got Bigger!

We’re thrilled to announce that WMFHA has officially reached 400 Supplier Members – a milestone that represents growth, collaboration, and a stronger multi-family housing community in Washington. To celebrate, we created a lighthearted video to thank our incredible WMFHAmily. Continue Reading

Postedby Evan Omelia
Date posted08/11/2025


Emerging Leaders Give Back
Emerging Leaders Give Back

Fred What was your favorite project you worked on during the day? I thoroughly enjoyed our collaborative painting project, where everyone pitched in and worked together seamlessly. It was amazing to see different teams come together, each tackling a unique aspect of the artwork. The teamwork... Continue Reading

Postedby Jason Loughridge
Date posted08/7/2025


Save the Date: EdCon East 2026 in Spokane | April 9, 2026
Save the Date: EdCon East 2026 in Spokane | April 9, 2026

EdCon East 2026 kicks off October 8 at the Spokane Convention Center! Get ready for a high-energy day of learning, networking, and scoring big wins in your multi-family career — all with a fun World Cup twist. Continue Reading

Postedby Evan Omelia
Date posted08/7/2025


Coming Together for Community: WMFHA's Impact Day with Rebuilding Together Seattle
Coming Together for Community: WMFHA's Impact Day with Rebuilding Together Seattle

2025 WMFHA's Impact Day with Rebuilding Together Continue Reading

Postedby Tricia Johnson
Date posted07/29/2025


2025 WMFHA Invitational Recap: Golf, Winners, and $1,425 Raised for Scholarships
2025 WMFHA Invitational Recap: Golf, Winners, and $1,425 Raised for Scholarships

The 2025 WMFHA Invitational Golf Tournament brought together property management professionals, partners, and industry friends for a day of sunshine, sportsmanship, and giving back. Continue Reading

Postedby Evan Omelia
Date posted07/18/2025


WMFHA Welcomes New Members in Record-Breaking Membership Drive
WMFHA Welcomes New Members in Record-Breaking Membership Drive

Washington Multi-Family Housing Association (WMFHA) celebrates a record-breaking June 2025 Membership Drive with 34 new members joining, including suppliers, management companies, and nonprofits statewide. Continue Reading

Postedby Evan Omelia
Date posted07/8/2025


Seattle Passes Rent Pricing Ordinance: What It Means for Operators
Seattle Passes Rent Pricing Ordinance: What It Means for Operators

At the end of June, the Seattle City Council unanimously passed an ordinance preventing a landlord from subscribing to, contracting with or exchanging anything of value in return for coordinating services (described below). While some are framing the legislation as a complete ban on algorithmic... Continue Reading

Postedby Carter Nelson
Date posted07/4/2025


Emerging Leaders Justine Lopez & Chelsy Parrish, ARM, attend Apartmentalize
Emerging Leaders Justine Lopez & Chelsy Parrish, ARM, attend Apartmentalize

Two of our 2025 Emerging Leaders had the opportunity to attend the National Apartment Association’s Education Conference, Apartmentalize, in June. We asked them to share some of their highlights with our members. Justine Lopez: Was this your first time attending Apartmentalize?Yes... Continue Reading

Postedby Jason Loughridge
Date posted07/2/2025


Supplier Spotlight- Meet Ty Fowler with Alliance Flooring
Supplier Spotlight- Meet Ty Fowler with Alliance Flooring

I was a WMFHA member with HD Supply for 12 years before joining Alliance Flooring in 2017 and I’ve been involved with WMFHA ever since. I started with HD Supply in Seattle of 2006 and then opened the Spokane market for HD Supply, part of the original group that helped bring WMFHA to Continue Reading

Postedby Molly Watts
Date posted07/1/2025


WMFHA Wins 2025 NAA Excellence Award for Affiliate of the Year at Apartmentalize
WMFHA Wins 2025 NAA Excellence Award for Affiliate of the Year at Apartmentalize

WMFHA is honored to win the 2025 NAA Excellence Award for Affiliate of the Year at Apartmentalize in Las Vegas. This national recognition celebrates our commitment to innovation, advocacy, and delivering exceptional value to our members. Continue Reading

Postedby Evan Omelia
Date posted06/16/2025


Suppliers Step Up in Fit2Be Challenge!
Suppliers Step Up in Fit2Be Challenge!

The 2nd annual Fit2Be Challenge is off, with almost 200 WMFHA members participating. Continue Reading

Postedby Sloane Cerbana
Date posted05/30/2025