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2025 REALTOR® Achievement Awards Announcement
2025 REALTOR® Achievement Awards Announcement Back to News Center November 10, 2025 The highlight of the Seattle King County REALTORS®’ Awards & Installation Gala is our prestigious awards ceremony, recognizing world-class REALTORS® whose dedication, leadership, and service have elevated our industry and our community. Recipients will receive their awards at the sold-out event on November 20, 2025.…
Read MoreNWMLS Stats indicate buyers have more options
NWMLS Stats indicate buyers have more options Back to News Center November 3, 2025 Buyers across Washington state have more options, thanks to growing inventory, moderating prices and mortgage rates that are trending slightly lower, according to the Northwest Multiple Listing Service report for September activity. Brokers in the 27 counties served by NWMLS reported…
Read MoreNew Predatory Home Buying Rules in Seattle
New Predatory Home Buying Rules in Seattle Back to News Center November 3, 2025 Recently, the city of Seattle adopted Ordinance 127292 (effective October 18, 2025) which establishes consumer protections for homeowners targeted by unsolicited offers to purchase residential property. This legislation is a response to the growing prevalence of predatory home-buying practices that disproportionately…
Read MoreAffiliate Spotlight: Wendy Gerber, In-House Escrow
Affiliate Spotlight: Wendy Gerber, In-House Escrow Back to News Center October 31, 2025 Wendy Gerber of In-House Escrow is both a cat person and a dog person, which likely means she can work with anyone. And as the Business Development Manager, she does work with a lot of people, especially explaining escrow and why it’s…
Read MoreKittitas Insurance Issue: Protecting the American Dream in the Face of Wildfire Risk
Kittitas Insurance Issue: Protecting the American Dream in the Face of Wildfire Risk Back to News Center October 27, 2025 As wildfire risk escalates across the Pacific Northwest, homeowners in Kittitas County are confronting a troubling consequence: rising home insurance cancellations, non-renewals, and sharply increased premiums. Seattle King County REALTORS® (SKCR) is sounding an alarm,…
Read MoreReal estate company named King County Small Business of the Year
Real estate company named King County Small Business of the Year Back to News Center October 24, 2025 ABLE Environments, a real estate company that focuses on issues of accessible living and housing decisions for an aging population, was named the 2025 King County Small Business of the Year. The company, co-founded in 2017 by…
Read MoreNominations Sought for the 88th Seattle King County First Citizen Award
Nominations Sought for the 88th Seattle King County First Citizen Award Back to News Center October 23, 2025 Organizers of the prestigious Seattle King County First Citizen Award are seeking nominations for the 88th honoree. The award, presented annually since 1939, celebrates giving back to enhance our quality of life, whether in the form of…
Read MoreIssues & Impacts Q3 2025
Issues & Impacts Q3 2025 Back to News Center October 22, 2025 Issues & Impacts is a quarterly publication produced by Seattle King County REALTORS® to inform members about current issues and successes within the Government Affairs Department. IN THIS ISSUE: REALTORS® Poised for Major Wins in Seattle REALTORS® Testify for Maple Valley Townhomes CAOs…
Read MoreREALTORS® Poised for Major Wins in Seattle
REALTORS® Poised for Major Wins in Seattle Back to News Center October 22, 2025 In Seattle, Seattle King County REALTORS® is poised for a number of wins that will unlock major housing capacity throughout the city. For more than two years, we have been advocating for a bold, housing-focused update to the 20-Year Seattle Comprehensive…
Read MoreREALTORS® Testify for Maple Valley Townhomes
REALTORS® Testify for Maple Valley Townhomes Back to News Center October 22, 2025 Seattle King County REALTORS®’ public hearing testimony in support of allowing townhomes in the city’s commercial business (CB) zone was well-received by Maple Valley Planning Commissioners. REALTORS® emphasized the importance and value of quickly updating the city code to incorporate Unit Lot…
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