In the current era of higher interest rates and lower inventory, REALTORS® have to find creative ways to help their buyers win offers while offsetting costs. On April 21, 2023, about 50 REALTORS® gathered at the SKCR office to learn about downpayment assistance programs (DPAs) from a group of local… Read more
Terry Miller (Coldwell Banker Bain) Volunteer Organization: HomeSight For 18 years, Terry Miller has served on the board of directors at HomeSight and is the current Board President. HomeSight is a Seattle nonprofit organization working to preserve and promote economically and culturally diverse communities through affordable homeownership, business development, and… Read more
New data from the National Association of Realtors® reveal middle-income homeowners in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area accumulated an average of $302,250 in wealth as their homes appreciated over the last 10 years. The data, which was featured prominently in NAR’s new report, Wealth Gains by Income and Racial/Ethnic Group, speaks… Read more
One of the most talked about bills in Olympia this session, House Bill 1110, has now passed in the legislature and will head to Governor Inslee’s desk for his signature. The bill will expand the construction of Middle Housing—accessory dwelling units (ADUs), duplexes, triplexes, and more low-density, multi-family development—in cities… Read more
All real estate licensees must complete the new 6-hour Fair Housing course by June 1, 2023- regardless of their license renewal date. Fair Housing training deadline: June 1, 2023 All licensees are required to complete the 6-hour Washington Real Estate Fair Housing course by June 1, 2023. Anyone renewing on… Read more