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Smashing Success at Day on the Hill
Smashing Success at Day on the Hill

WMFHA members answered the call to ADVOCATE! This past Tuesday (January 30th), over 160 WMFHA members and staff spent the day at the Capitol in Olympia meeting with 66 legislators from the House and Senate, and the Lieutenant Governor of Washington, to advocate on behalf of the multi-family... Continue Reading

Date posted02/1/2024


Senator Mark Mullet Awarded 2023 WMFHA Legislator of the Year at WAO
Senator Mark Mullet Awarded 2023 WMFHA Legislator of the Year at WAO

At Washington Apartment Outlook (WAO) this morning, WMFHA’s 2023 President, Tali Reiner, presented Senator Mark Mullet (D-Issaquah) with our 2023 Legislator of the Year Award. This is the highest honor given to an active legislator from WMFHA in recognition and acknowledgement of their... Continue Reading

Postedby Nick Marin
Date posted09/26/2023


Bylaws Update from Board of Directors
Bylaws Update from Board of Directors

WMFHA’s Board of Directors, at their meeting on July 20th, approved a new version of the association’s bylaws, a 22-page document that serves as the organization’s operating manual. Crafted and revised for over 6 months by Nick Marin, at the direction of the Executive Board of... Continue Reading

Postedby Nick Marin
Date posted08/23/2023


WMFHA Endorses Mark Mullet For Governor
WMFHA Endorses Mark Mullet For Governor

The Board of Directors of the Washington Multi-Family Housing Association (WMFHA) voted and approved the association’s endorsement of Senator Mark Mullet (D-Issaquah) for Governor. With this endorsement, WMFHA will be actively supporting Sen. Mark Mullet’s 2024 gubernatorial campaign... Continue Reading

Postedby Nick Marin
Date posted08/16/2023


WMFHA Gives Back
WMFHA Gives Back

“I do not know what flavors each of you are. But y’all are lifesavers”. This sweet sentiment was one of many heartfelt remarks made by Mrs. Davis as her home was transformed from a damaged safety risk to an enjoyable living space for her and her extended family. Continue Reading

Postedby MacKenzie Knell
Date posted08/9/2023


Important Update on Seattle’s Rent Control Trigger Ordinance
Important Update on Seattle’s Rent Control Trigger Ordinance

Important Update on Seattle’s Rent Control Trigger Ordinance WMFHA’s government affairs team has maintained a very watchful eye on Seattle City Councilmember (CM) Kshama Sawant’s rent control trigger ordinance, playing a significant part in the lobbying that has occurred... Continue Reading

Postedby Nick Marin
Date posted07/26/2023


WMFHA In the Eyes of First and Current Board President
WMFHA In the Eyes of First and Current Board President

“When I was president, it was a different day. The bulk of the skill set was being able to sell our product: membership to WMFHA. Now the product is self-sustaining; it’s an empire.” Kari explains. “I can only stand back and be proud of all that has changed." Continue Reading

Postedby MacKenzie Knell
Date posted06/28/2023


Where WMFHA Began
Where WMFHA Began

WMFHA’s turning twenty (20) this year, and our staff and leadership couldn’t be more excited to celebrate the best way we know how – with a grandiose #WMFabulous Birthday Bash! Continue Reading

Postedby Nick Marin
Date posted06/22/2023


New Career Development Manager
New Career Development Manager

Starting February 27th, Jason will join the WMFHA team. Continue Reading

Postedby MacKenzie Knell
Date posted02/22/2023


New Executive Director Nick Marin
New Executive Director Nick Marin

Nick Marin is the new Executive Director of WMFHA. Nick is a certified Association Management Professional with nearly a decade of experience. He is joining WMFHA after serving as Executive Director of the Yolo County Association of REALTORS® (YCAR) in California for 6 years. Continue Reading

Postedby MacKenzie Knell
Date posted01/6/2023


Trey Leotti's Journey to a C.A.M. Scholarship
Trey Leotti's Journey to a C.A.M. Scholarship

Congratulations to our very own Trey Leotti from Greystar Apartments! He is the recipient of the D.E.I. scholarship from the NAA. He is remarkable & whole heartedly deserves this opportunity. Continue Reading

Postedby MacKenzie Knell
Date posted10/4/2022


Love Your Neighbor
Love Your Neighbor

In a post-pandemic world where everyone is trying to recover and regroup it is easy to keep your eyes down and keep plugging away.  Everyone in every industry is short-staffed and trying desperately to keep our business going and our overworked teams happy.  It is NOT a time where it is easy to... Continue Reading

Postedby Sloane Cerbana
Date posted09/7/2022