Last week, Governor Jay Inslee announced the extension of the eviction moratorium through October 15, 2020 “as COVID-19 continues to impact the finances of Washingtonians statewide.” Governor Inslee first proclaimed a moratorium on evictions in mid-March. The moratorium was then extended and expanded in mid-April and the order was set through… Read more
As the nation’s largest professional trade association, the National Association of REALTORS® has a unique ability to shape the housing industry. It also has the obligation and stated mission to make certain that all who seek homeownership have the opportunity to achieve it. One REALTOR® document, the Code of Ethics,… Read more
Patti Hill, a managing broker with John L. Scott West Seattle, was named vice chair of the National Association of Realtors® 2021 National RPAC Trustees Disbursements Committee. More than 100 committees determine NAR’s policy decisions and annual direction, providing a transparent and highly efficient avenue through which America’s 1.4 million… Read more
Seattle King County REALTORS® recently concluded a member survey in June. Reaching out to members and collecting a variety of opinions and insights not only helps us make changes and improvements, but also helps us plan for the future. The survey was facilitated by nSight Marketing and was sent to… Read more
BELLEVUE, Washington (June 17, 2020) – When Tomio Moriguchi retired as chairman and CEO of Uwajimaya at the end of 2017, Jim Wajone, who succeeded him as chairman of the family-owned specialty supermarket, praised him for his strategic leadership and vision. Outside that business, Moriguchi is revered for his volunteerism,… Read more
This article is featured in the July issue of the Northwest REporter, joint publication of Seattle King County REALTORS® and NWMLS. Although no longer enforceable, restrictive covenants were common in the first half of the 20th Century. Such agreements sometimes barred people from specific races, national origins, ethnic backgrounds, and… Read more
Seattle King County REALTORS® has elected Dahni Malgarini-Logar and Michael Orbino to serve on the National Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors for two-year terms. These two Directors take office on December 1, 2020 and will represent members of Seattle King County REALTORS® at the semi-annual meetings of NAR. “We… Read more
The primary election REALTOR® Voting Guide provides you with information to make an informed choice before you cast your ballot. Before you vote in the upcoming election, find out where the candidates stand on the issues most affecting your business. The 2020 Primary Election REALTOR® Voting Guide can also be viewed… Read more
As a charter member of the National Association of REALTORS®, Seattle King County REALTORS® is proud to stand with our national organization as it launches a broader effort to promote awareness and progress on fair housing and equal opportunity for all. We encourage you to view the campaign here. Our organization has… Read more
“We believe that fairness is worth fighting for, and we won’t stop until the fight is won,” reads a new print ad from the National Association of REALTORS® launched on July 12. The ad, which focuses on REALTORS®’ commitment to fair housing amid social unrest around race, is an extension… Read more