FAQ
For Property Owners
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Property Management Services
Real Property Associates has a full staff of experienced professionals, ready to manage your residential or commercial property. Since 1991 we have specialized in serving the needs of the small to mid-size investor or homeowner in the Greater Seattle, Bellevue and Everett areas.
We are a full service property management company with the flexibility to fit your specific need.
1. What services do you offer?
Rent collections; marketing, both print and internet; showings by licensed professionals; market rental pricing; accounting with monthly and year end statements; tenant screening with an extensive and rigorous qualifying procedure; maintenance with in-house and skilled sub-contractors on call 24/7.
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Marketing
We post signage on the property with flyer’s, website information and direct phone number to your property manager.
We post your property information including descriptions and photo’s on our own, unique website: www.rentseattle.com
www.rentseattle.com is the Seattle area’s premier website for finding rentals in the Puget Sound area. We consistently appear on the first page of the common search engines when searching for available rentals in the Puget Sound area. Our website averages 25,000 unique visitors a month. This is an excellent way for us to give your property the most exposure which insures our pick of the best possible tenants.
1. Where will my property be listed?
We place your ad on the following websites at no additional cost: craigslist.org, zillow.com, nwmls.com, trulia.com, rentals.com, homes.com, rentbits.com, hotpads.com, rentmarketer.com, twitter.com, mynewplace.com, rentalhomesplus.com, thisproperty.com, backpage.com, rentalsource.com, vast.com. tenant.com and house.info.
2. Do you do tenant matchmaking?
Prospective tenants notify us of their future needs for housing. We keep this information on file and when a suitable property becomes available, these prospects are notified with the match.
3. Do you work with any relocation companies?
We work closely with several national relocation companies. Your property information is provided to them for our of state tenant prospects.
4. Do you do any local print advertising?
Case by case, when appropriate and with approval of the owner.
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Areas Served
We manage properties throughout most of King and Snohomish County.
1. What cities in King County do you serve?
North Seattle: Ballard, Bitter Lake, Blue Ridge, Broadview, Crown Hill, Green Lake, Greenwood, Innis Arden, Jackson Park, Lake City, Lake Forest Park, Loyal Heights, Magnolia, Maple Leaf, North Beach, North City, Northgate, Phinney Ridge, Ravenna, Richmond Beach, Richmond Highlands, Sand Point, Shoreline, University District, Wallingford, Wedgwood.
Seattle: Admiral District, Alki, Beacon Hill, Capitol Hill, Central District, Columbia City, Delridge, Duwamish Boeing, Eastlake, Fauntleroy, First Hill, Fremont, Georgetown, Holly Park, Madison Park, Madrona, Magnolia, Montlake, Mount Baker, Queen Anne, Rainier Beach, Rainier Valley, Seattle (Downtown), SODO, South Lake Union, University District, West Seattle Junction, White Center.
South Seattle: Arbor Heights, Burien, Des Moines, Federal Way, Normandy Park, Rainier Beach, Tukwila,White Center.
North Eastside: Avondale, Bothell, Cottage Lake, Education Hill, English Hill, Finn Hill, Houghton, Juanita, Kenmore, Kingsgate, Kirkland, Redmond, Rose Hill, Totem Lake, Woodinville.
North King County: Issaquah, Sammamish
Eastside: Beaux Arts, Bellevue, Bridle Trails, Clyde Hill, Crossroads, East Bellevue, Eastgate, Factoria, Kennydale, Medina, Mercer Island, Newport Hills, Overlake, South Kirkland.
South Eastside: Renton, Renton Highlands, Skyway, Tukwila.2. What cities in Snohomish County do you serve?
South Snohomish County: Bothell, Brier, Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Mountlake Terrace, Mukilteo.
Central Snohomish County: Everett, Lake Stevens, Marysville, Snohomish.
For Tenants
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For Prospective Tenants
Thank you for your interest in one of our available rental properties. You can view answers to some of the most common questions by clicking the links below. To schedule a showing, please contact the property manager assigned to each property..
1. How do I get a lease application?
If you would like to make application for a particular property, please fill out the online lease application or the downloadable lease application and return to the property manager with application monies.
(to view the downloadable lease application you will need
Adobe Acrobat Reader)2. What is the lease term?
Leases are for a period of one year. Ask the leasing agent if you have a need for a shorter term..
3. What deposits are required?
For most properties, we require a first month’s rent, the deposit and the last month’s rent paid in full prior to move in. In many cases we can arrange installment payments for the last month’s rent. This is done on a case by case basis.
There is a non-refundable cleaning and processing charge which covers the final cleaning carpets, drapes, blinds, and floor after move out. This amount varies per property but typically is around $300.00. The total deposit amount quoted in the listings includes this non-refundable charge.
4. What are the pet policies?
Pet policies vary from property to property. Most owners will allow cats with an additional deposit of $300.00. Small dogs (lap dogs) under 20 pounds are frequently allowed but larger dogs can be difficult to place.
5. Do you work with Section 8?
If you are a holder of a Section 8 certificate or voucher and the property you are interested in is in the City limits of Seattle, we can work with you. If you are a Section 8 certificate or voucher holder and your property of interest is outside the City of Seattle limits, we may be able to work with you. Please ask the leasing agent about the specific property.
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For Current Tenants
You can view answers to some of the most common questions by clicking the links below.
1. When is my final move-in report due?
Your final move-in report is due 10 days after your lease begins. Mail or hand-deliver this report to: RPA - 8001 14th Ave NE – Seattle 98115.
2. How do I set-up my utilities?
Set up your City Light account by calling (206) 684-3000 or use their online form www.seattle.gov/light/accounts/resa/. Please forward your confirmation by email to your property manager.
3. What happens if I get locked out?
It’s a great idea to give an extra key to a friend or neighbor. A ‘locksmith’ fee is charged to you anytime RPA is called to unlock your door.
4. What are my rent payment options?
Mail to: Real Property Associates, 8001 14th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115
Hand Deliver to RPA during business hours or use ‘after hours’ front door mail slot.
Automatic Debit – sign up for this service. It’s free and easy!5. What are the late payment charges?
Rent IN FULL is due on the 1st of each month. For rent that is received after 5:00 PM of the 4th day of any month, a $10 late charge will be due for each day rent is delinquent from the 2nd day of the month until rent is paid in full.
6. What should I do if I'm having maintenance issues?
Anytime there is a maintenance issue, you can call or email your property manager or fill out RPA’s online form on our website located under the Tenant Services Tab - direct link: www.rentseattle.com/Maintenance.
7. What are your emergency contact phone numbers?
Need to report an emergency, such as fire or flood (after you’ve called 911)?
Business Hours: (206) 523-0300
After Hours: (206) 998-08848. What should I do if I'm moving out?
Refer to your lease for terms and move-out procedures. Written notice must be presented to RPA 20 days prior to the last day of the month.
Here's a link to Seattle Movers providing full service moving and storage at reduced rates.
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Misc. Tenant Information
You can view answers to some of the most common questions by clicking the links below.
1. What are the landlord-tenant laws?
