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Washington State Department of Commerce Eviction Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) - The link below has county specific rental assistance information. The assistance dollars are provided by the federal CARES Act.https://www.commerce.wa.gov/serving-communities/homelessness/eviction-rent-assistance-program/

COVID-19 Resources: Updates, Medical Help, Financial Help and MoreMany people are putting their heads together to solve the COVID-19 pandemic. We are compiling resources in the event you or someone you know might need help. If you discover or learn something valuable that might help any of our clients, tenants and vendors, please share wi...

Have you ever stopped to think about the importance and significance of functioning locks and keys at a rental?Locks and keys for rental properties can be a nemesis for landlords and tenants. Everybody loves locks and keys until a tenant, a vendor or you are unexpectedly locked out due to a poorly functioning lock, the wrong key, a poorly...

Winter can catch us by surprise sometimes. When temperatures dip into freezing, precautionary steps are important to keep you warm and the protect the residence. Generally, the Pacific Northwest benefits has mild temperatures. That can sometimes leave people unprepared.Please prepare ahead to be sure you have done everything you reasonabl...

STEP 2: MY RENTAL PROPERTY IS READY TO ADVERTISE - NOW WHAT?Take a deep breath. This is when owning a rental property gets really exciting and nerves tend to kick in. All your fears now imagine the worst possible tenant who will come in and undo all your hard work. What is the rent price isn't right? How will I know what to do? Rememb...

Happy Spring!Here are helpful tips so you may enjoy your yard through the growing season, keep a healthy yard, meet the requirements of the lease and attempt to satisfy homeowner association regulations. The growing season typically ranges between March and November here in the Northwest. Each month has unique needs and adjustments will b...

Property management is an art form also known as a real estate service for landlords who own rental properties but are not interested in managing the day-to-day happenings associated with rental properties.Property management is a specialized field and requires skills, knowledge and patience to avoid many of the pitfalls one can encounter...