Posts by jnaegeli
Seattle King County REALTORS® CEO Announces Retirement
Seattle King County REALTORS® CEO Announces Retirement Back to News Center September 4, 2026 Russell Hokanson, longtime CEO of King County’s foremost real estate trade association, recently announced his retirement at the end of 2026. Hokanson has led the organization for 20 years, which represents nearly 6000 residential real estate brokers throughout King and Kittitas…
Read MoreNWMLS August Market Report:
NWMLS August Market Report: Back to News Center September 4, 2026 Information and statistics compiled and reported by the Northwest Multiple Listing Service. Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS), the source for the most current, accurate market listing data in Washington state, released its August 2026 Market Snapshot on September 3. Regional Market Recap Active listings…
Read MoreNominate a REALTOR® Whose Impact Knows No Limits
Nominate a REALTOR® Whose Impact Knows No Limits Back to News Center August 28, 2026 The 2026 Awards Committee, led by Past President Garrett Nelson, is calling for your nominations for outstanding REALTORS® and Affiliates who lead with vision and serve with intention. The committee will consider your nominations and choose the recipients, who will…
Read MoreNWMLS July Market Report: Washington Homebuyers Gain More Choices
NWMLS July Market Report: Washington Homebuyers Gain More Choices Back to News Center August 6, 2026 Information and statistics compiled and reported by the Northwest Multiple Listing Service. Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS), the source for the most current, accurate market listing data in Washington state, released its July 2026 Market Snapshot on August 4.…
Read MoreFour Candidates for the NAR 2027 Board of Directors Election
Four Candidates for the NAR 2027 Board of Directors Election Back to News Center August 6, 2026 President Cheyenne Gillooly has announced an election on August 12 to fill one available position on the Board of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Seattle King County REALTORS® is allocated two positions on the NAR Board of…
Read MoreSeattle REALTORS® Score Major Advocacy Win on Do-Not-Solicit Ordinance
Seattle REALTORS® Score Major Advocacy Win on Do-Not-Solicit Ordinance Back to News Center Thank you to the real estate professionals who gave public testimony on August 4, 2026, in support of a proposed amendment to the Do-Not-Solicit Ordinance, including (clockwise from top left) Randy Bannecker, Frances Nguyen, Patti Hill, Scott Dickinson August 5, 2026 Seattle…
Read MoreAffiliate Spotlight: Allison Peryea, Washington State Community Associations Institute (WSCAI)
Affiliate Spotlight: Allison Peryea, Washington State Community Associations Institute (WSCAI) Back to News Center July 31, 2026 If you’ve ever brokered a condominium sale, you may already be aware of the Washington State Community Associations Institute. WSCAI is a non-profit organization that provides education, resources, and advocacy for homeowners’ associations and condominiums. Members are not…
Read MoreSummer Networking at Its Finest: Mix & Mingle at Matthews Winery
Summer Networking at Its Finest: Mix & Mingle at Matthews Winery Back to News Center July 31, 2026 More than 50 Seattle King County REALTORS® members gathered at Matthews Winery in Woodinville on July 30 for an afternoon of networking and summer fun. With sunny skies, a beautiful winery setting, and plenty of opportunities to…
Read MoreTurning Gratitude Into Action: Josh Hall Honored with Quarterly Good Neighbor Award
Turning Gratitude Into Action: Josh Hall Honored with Quarterly Good Neighbor Award Back to News Center July 20, 2026 Seattle King County REALTORS® is proud to recognize Josh Hall of John L. Scott Kent North as the recipient of the 2nd Quarter Good Neighbor Award for his longstanding commitment to supporting children and families through…
Read MoreAugust Food & Funds Drive in Honor of Steven Wayne
August Food & Funds Drive in Honor of Steven Wayne Back to News Center July 14, 2026 Join us in supporting the Rainier Valley Food Bank (RVFB) during the month of August! This year’s Food & Funds Drive offers more opportunity to get involved. Give Food: Collection Day Wednesday, August 12, 11:00 AM–2:00 PM (SKCR…
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