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Legislative Update 2020: Week 4
Legislative Update 2020: Week 4

Four things to know about Week 4 of the legislative session. 1. Any proposal that did not receive a hearing or a vote by its policy committee is considered dead for the legislative session. A bill that would implement rent control in Washington, among other strict provisions is dead. We... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted02/10/2020


Legislative Update 2020: Week 3
Legislative Update 2020: Week 3

This Friday marks the first significant deadline of the 2020 legislative session when bills must be voted out of their policy committee. If a bill is not voted out of its policy committee it is considered dead for this session. We expect several rental housing bills to move out of their policy... Continue Reading

Postedby Brett Waller
Date posted02/3/2020


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


Holiday Giving Gala Auction and Raffle Items
Holiday Giving Gala Auction and Raffle Items

Thanks to all our donors! At Holiday Giving Gala this year, you will find an array of gifts and goodies at the silent auction and up for raffle. Get your bids in early, because we will be shutting down the auction when dinner starts. Also, don't forget to buy a golden ticket for a chance to walk... Continue Reading

Postedby Tricia Johnson
Date posted11/15/2019


Credential Spotlight: Shawn Hereth, CAMT
Credential Spotlight: Shawn Hereth, CAMT

Bio: I have lived in Western Washington for the majority of my life. I have worked in maintenance for a total of 6 years. Five of those years were with Thrive. Before that, I was a carpet cleaning technician which is how I learned about this field and became inspired to apply to get into... Continue Reading

Postedby Sloane Cerbana
Date posted10/28/2019


Chili Cook-Off Raffle and Auction Items
Chili Cook-Off Raffle and Auction Items

GIVEAWAY Round 1 @ 12:30 p.m. Paw and Parent Patrol A Paw Patrol Ultimate Rescue fire truck PLUS a $50 Dining Out gift certificate Donated by: WMFHA & DAWN Estimated Value: $100.00 Scrub A Dub-Dub Bubble Bath Themed Basket to Please The Senses. Donated by: AMLI Residential Estimated Value:... Continue Reading

Postedby Tricia Johnson
Date posted10/24/2019


WMFHAmily - Welcome New Members!
WMFHAmily - Welcome New Members!

New Management Company Members: Kiemle Hagood Saratoga Capital Inc TWG High River LLC DABCO Property Management LLC Precision Management Preferred Captial Management Inc Benjamin A Crane New Property Members: Salish Flats Villas at Arlington Meadow Wood 5100... Continue Reading

Postedby Jim Wiard (deleted)
Date posted10/17/2019