Most Washington rentals built before 1978 need a lead-based paint disclosure before the tenant signs. Learn what landlords must provide, who is exempt, how to complete the EPA form, and when lead-safe repair rules apply.
Should your Washington rental be in an LLC? Compare pros, cons, insurance, costs, and transfer steps, plus a free checklist to organize your next move.
A rental property fire leaves landlords with urgent questions about tenant safety, insurance, repairs, and responsibility. Learn what Washington rental owners should do next, and download SJA’s free Fire Response Checklist to stay organized from the first report through restoration.
The 30-year fixed rate crossed 7% for the first time in 20 months. Here is what it means for Greater Seattle and Eastside rental investors.
Cash flow is just one of five ways Seattle rental property investors build wealth. Here is how appreciation, loan paydown, tax benefits, and forced appreciation work together.
When does a guest become a tenant in Washington State? There is no fixed number of days. Learn the warning signs, guest policy rules, Seattle roommate protections, and the steps landlords should take before an unauthorized occupant becomes a legal problem.
Stuck with a house you can’t sell and didn’t plan to rent? Here’s how Seattle-area owners are deciding between renting, selling, and waiting, and how to avoid the mistakes that cost accidental landlords the most.
Seattle’s for-sale market is showing longer days on market and rising price reductions, especially above $800K. Before you sell, here is what the current data says, what your capital gains exposure looks like, and why holding 12 to 24 months may be the better financial decision.
A guide to duplex conversion in Seattle covering zoning requirements, building codes, permits, and what to look for before starting your project.
Washington’s wealth tax was proposed but didn’t pass. A new income tax did in 2026. See how it affects Seattle real estate and why property is tax-advantaged.