Department of Licensing (DOL) has begun the process for implementing Substitute Senate Bill 5378. The bill requires education on Fair Housing for Real Estate Brokers and Managing Brokers for new licensees and renewals. The new law goes into effect on June 1, 2022. Renewing Brokers and Managing Brokers will need… Read more
One act of kindness can give someone else a second chance at life. It was an eye-opening experience when Bella’s brother, Alexander, received a life-saving heart transplant in September 2017. Someone’s choice to become an organ donor saved his life. Despite the suffering and misfortune prior to his transplant, our… Read more
BELLEVUE, Washington (March 2, 2022) – Seattle King County REALTORS® (SKCR) announced the hiring of Taylor Shanaman as director of governmental and public affairs. She has 10 years of experience in similar roles, most recently with Oregon REALTORS®. In her new role, Shanaman will be the staff liaison with SKCR’s… Read more
BELLEVUE, Washington (February 2, 2022) – Residents throughout King County who give back to their communities enrich the lives of their fellow citizens. Since 1939, local REALTORS® have singled out a compassionate individual, family, or group whose generous gifts of “time, talent, and treasure for the greater good” deserve recognition.… Read more
Do you know a REALTOR® who dedicates time to make a difference in our communities? Seattle King County REALTORS® welcomes nominations for 2022 Quarterly REALTOR® Good Neighbor Awards. Just like the National Association of REALTORS® Good Neighbor Awards, we recognize REALTOR® members who make a positive impact on their community… Read more
The Seattle King County REALTORS® 2021 Annual Report is now published. Our 2021 major achievements and highlights include: New programs and committees: Quarterly Good Neighbor Awards, NAR SPIRE Mentorship Program, DEI Committee, Member Services & Communications Committee Virtual Battle of the Barristers reached record-attendance and raised over $34k for REALTOR® Scholarships Benjamin… Read more
BELLEVUE, Washington (January 18, 2022) – Three ballot measures for the Lake Washington School District earned endorsement from Seattle King County REALTORS® (SKCR). The propositions on the February 8 ballot seek funding for two replacement levies and one capital construction levy for the district, which serves more than 30,000 students.… Read more
BELLEVUE, Washington (January 18, 2022) – Two ballot measures for the Bellevue School District earned endorsement from Seattle King County REALTORS® (SKCR). The propositions on the February 8 ballot need a simple majority for approval of renewal levies for educational programs and operations and for technology and capital projects for… Read more
Dozens of dedicated volunteers. Grocery pick-ups and deliveries to over 1,500 households each week. Our Q4 Good Neighbor Tom Bernard, REALTOR® at Windermere Real Estate in Ballard, emphasizes that consistency is key to provide hope to our neighbors. Each week, you can find Tom and many other Ballard Food Bank… Read more
BELLEVUE, Wash. — On November 10th, 190 guests gathered in Bellevue Club’s banquet room for the 6th annual Get the Edge event hosted by the Young Professionals Network. Get the Edge provides an economic forecast for the coming year and the opportunity to hear market insights from industry peers. Matthew… Read more