Cranberry Coast Property Mgt.

08/10/2026

HUD's New Rules on Assistance Animals: What Landlords Need to Know [from MHCO]

Nearly 6 in 10 federal Fair Housing Act (FHA) complaints filed each year involve a landlord's alleged failure to make reasonable accommodations for a disabled applicant or tenant. A growing share of these involve requests to waive pet restrictions for “assistance animals.” For over a decade, HUD treated that term as covering both trained service animals and untrained emotional support animals — meaning a tenant could keep a pet simply by producing a letter from a health professional.

That's changed. On May 22, 2026, HUD's Assistant Secretary for Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) issued an enforcement memo (“HUD Memo”) that significantly changes how the agency handles animal-related accommodation complaints.

[From NAR] :
HUD’s new guidance means that the department no longer considers the emotional support, well-being, comfort, and companionship that an animal provides to qualify its owner for a Fair Housing Act-required reasonable accommodation.

HUD stops accepting ESA complaints, saying only trained service animals qualify for housing accommodations.

08/10/2026

We are so blessed to have free access to these beautiful gardens, paths to wander, right in our backyard at Westport Winery

07/31/2026

RENTED

Built in 2022, wonderful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house in Westport. Amenities include: mini-split heat pump, covered front and back porch, dishwasher, microwave, stainless steel appliances, kitchen island, washer and dryer, fenced backyard, low maintenance yard, all utilities included and furnished! U...

07/16/2026

[Info update courtesy of LandlordSolutions, Inc.]:
RENT CAP FOR 2027:

The numbers are in, and based on The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the June 2026 CPI for all urban consumers, all items, for the Seattle area is 4.5%.

Under Washington's rent stabilization law (HB 1217), after the first 12 months, a housing provider may increase rent. Annual rent increases are limited to 7% plus CPI, up to a maximum of 10%. Based on the current CPI, the maximum allowable rent increase for rent increases taking effect in 2027 is 10%. Certain properties and situations are exempted, as defined in RCW 59.18.710.

The Washington State Department of Commerce is expected to officially confirm and announce the 2027 rent increase cap within the next few days.

What this means
2027 CPI (January 1–December 31): 4.5%
Statutory Formula: 7% + CPI
Maximum Allowed by Law: 10%
2027 Rent Increase Cap: 10%

06/02/2026

Rent Cap Reminder for 2027: [Info from LandlordSolutions, Inc.]

The maximum annual rent increase percentage is calculated using the June 12-month percent change in the Consumer Price Index for all urban consumers, all items, for the Seattle area as published by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, which is expected to be released in mid-July.

Landlords issuing rent increase notices on or after June 1, 2026, should use caution, as any increase above 7% may exceed the maximum annual cap once the June CPI is published.

Under RCW 59.18.700, the maximum allowable increase is 7% plus the June CPI, or 10%, whichever is less. Once the June CPI is released, landlords will know the maximum rent increase that may take effect during January–December 2027.

RCW 59.18.700 specifies that a landlord may not increase the rent for any type of tenancy during the first 12 months after the tenancy begins. After the first 12 months, a landlord may increase the rent during any 12-month period of the tenancy up to 7% plus the Consumer Price Index, or 10 percent, whichever is less. Certain properties and situations are exempted, as defined in RCW 59.18.710.

Now is the time to:
✅ Review your lease renewal strategy
✅ Evaluate rent increase notifications
✅ Ensure proper service of rent increase notices

05/21/2026

RENTED
Spacious triple-wide home perched just up the hill from the Pacific Ocean. Fresh ocean air! Concerned about power outages? Don't be! This comfortable home boasts its own whole house propane generator. Enter from front door or use the ramp off the side of driveway to the back door. The sliding doors from the living room open out onto a nice sized deck. Watch the eagles as they perch on trees surrounding this peaceful property. A ductless mini-split provides cooling on hot summer days and an infrared fireplace provides an additional ambience and another source of warmth in winter. Washer and dryer in home. Third bedroom has an en suite bathroom that includes a walk-in deep soaking tub and separate shower. Grounds care included in rent.
Unit amenities include Air conditioner, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Pet friendly, Private patio, Washer, Wheelchair accessible. Rent at $2,300/month. Year Lease.

03/20/2026

RENTED
Ground Floor Apartment in 4-plex. Two bedrooms, One bathroom. $1,350/month includes W/S/G and Grounds Care. New Flooring! New Paint! New Washer & Dryer! New Dishwasher! New Microwave! Did I mention New Flooring?
Smoke/Vape-free housing. Pet 30lbs max, spayed or neutered, Nonrefundable 1X Pet Fee $300. Looking for 1 year Lease. Screening includes rent history, income verification @ 2.5X rent, credit, civil, criminal background search. Great location!
Renters Insurance Required.
Additional Storage Unit on site available @ $50/mo.

03/17/2026

https://www.annualcreditreport.com/index.action
That's the link to the legit website. Not free-credit or karma-credit or whatever. Did you know the Federal government requires the 3 main credit reporting companies to provide you a Free copy of your report annually? IF YOU ASK! Don't pay for it. And check on it!! Too many times people think their score is higher than it actually is (I know I get those 'updates' too). Find out what it Really is and check to make sure info is accurate. Once a year you can get your report free from the big 3 ... If You Ask!!

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02/26/2026

RENTED
Available March 1st! 2 Bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in a 4-plex. $1,150/month includes W/S/G and free use of community laundry room. Call CCPM for more details!