Membership
From the CEO: We Will Always Need a Strong Voice
From the CEO: We Will Always Need a Strong Voice Back to News Center August 21, 2024 The REALTOR® Associations of the Pacific Northwest are fortunate to have strong, supportive and forward-thinking brokerage firms in our midst. These leaders of our industry have long championed the advocacy work of the REALTOR® organization in promoting and…
Read MoreTwo Candidates for the NAR Board of Directors Election
Two Candidates for the NAR Board of Directors Election Back to News Center August 2, 2024 President Michael Orbino has announced an election on August 7 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 Directors.…
Read MoreThird Annual Homestay Program for Japanese real estate professionals
Third Annual Homestay Program for Japanese real estate professionals Back to News Center July 16, 2024 The third annual Global Real Estate Homestay Program welcomed three real estate professionals from Japan on July 12–17. Visitors spent four days with hosts for an immersive experience in the daily life of REALTORS® in the US. They visited…
Read MoreNAR Director Election to Be Held August 7
NAR Director Election to Be Held August 7 Back to News Center July 8, 2024 President Michael Orbino has announced an election on August 7 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 Directors. These…
Read MoreANNOUNCEMENT: Board Election Results
ANNOUNCEMENT: Board Election Results Back to News Center June 28, 2024 Thanks to everyone who participated in this year’s Board Election. The following officers and directors have been chosen to join the 2025 Board of Directors. “As the leader of the Leadership Development Committee, I’m grateful for the work the committee did on recruiting, nominating,…
Read MoreAre You Covered by the NAR Settlement?
Are You Covered by the NAR Settlement? Back to News Center May 6, 2024 Since the announcement of the $418 million settlement proposed by the National Association of REALTORS® in the Sitzer-Burnett anti-trust lawsuit, individual real estate agents have been wondering whether they are covered by the settlement and protected from similar litigation. The good…
Read MoreVote for the 2025 Board of Directors
Vote for the 2025 Board of Directors Back to News Center May 6, 2024 Official Election Notice The online ballot is now open to all members in good standing (paid 2024 dues). Members will receive a weekly reminder email in June with a link to vote electronically. All votes must be received by 12:00 PM…
Read More$51,000 in Scholarships Awarded to 2024 Applicants
$51,000 in Scholarships Awarded to 2024 Applicants Back to News Center May 2, 2024 The Seattle-King County First Citizen Scholarship Foundation is excited to announce that thanks to member generosity, 29 applicants will receive a 2024 scholarship, totaling $51,000. Scholarships are awarded to high school and college applicants, as well as our REALTOR® members, who…
Read MoreBOLD Summit 2024 Recap
BOLD Summit 2024 Recap Back to News Center May 1, 2024 During a gathering of brokers and owners at an event dubbed 2024 BOLD Summit (Broker/Owner Leadership Discussion), the leadership of Seattle King County REALTORS® (SKCR), emphasized that the association remains dedicated to its mission and delivering results for members. Their message: “We are focused…
Read MoreUnified Statement on NAR Settlement
Unified Statement on NAR Settlement Back to News Center March 15, 2024 Seattle King County REALTORS® is pleased the National Association of REALTORS® has entered into a settlement agreement in their class action lawsuits concerning representation and compensation. The settlement is yet to be finalized, but it demonstrates a potential resolution that will allow us…
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