Just in time for the holidays, Hasbro has released a new “millennial” version of its enduring Monopoly game. Only this time, instead of buying and developing property, players collect experience points through activities like visiting the vegan bistro and taking a weeklong meditation retreat. The tagline? “Forget real estate. You… Read more
Bill Hicks, 1996 President of Seattle King County REALTORS®, passed away yesterday. Bill became a REALTOR® in 1990, serving clients in the Seattle area with his wife and business partner Anne Hartman. Bill dedicated much of his time during the 1990’s to leadership roles with both Washington REALTORS® and the… Read more
Former Seattle King County REALTORS® President Sam DeBord has been named the NAR President’s liaison to various national committees that deal with MLS and data technology. DeBord and his wife Liz were recognized at the NAR annual meeting in Boston earlier this month by 2019 NAR President John Smaby and… Read more
New data released by LendingTree shows that buyers in Washington state are paying some of the largest down payments in the country. Behind other high-cost, competitive markets of D.C., California, New York and Colorado, Washington buyers are placing $71,419 down on the average loan amount of $371,810. The national average… Read more
Read the full story in the November issue of NW REporter. “Everyone should have the same opportunity to find a home that fits their needs.” Two brokers who shared that belief approached Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) two years ago in hopes of finding ways to better identify properties in… Read more
Seattle King County REALTORS® is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Compass Managing Broker Peter Freet. Freet had a long and successful real estate career in the Pacific Northwest, during which he changed the lives of his clients and his colleagues. Peter served as a sales associate and manager… Read more
By Nicole Meyers Originally posted on realtor.com on October 11, 2017 Our realtor.com® headquarters in Santa Clara, Calif., is located very close to one of the most famous haunted houses in America, the Winchester Mystery House… Read on.
REALTORS® have a new tax saving opportunity coming their way. This is the first tax year that REALTORS® can take advantage of the 20 percent business income deduction. Congress passed that provision last year as part of its big tax reform bill. How it works The qualified business income deduction,… Read more
Are you a REALTOR® who wants to get involved with Association leadership, but isn’t sure how? Or maybe you are involved with boards or committees, and you’re ready to further your leadership skills? Whatever your situation, Washington REALTORS® Leadership Institute wants to hear from you! The Institute identifies emerging REALTOR®… Read more
Past Seattle King County REALTORS® from as recent as last year and as far back as 1973 gathered at the Seattle Yacht Club last week for the 58th annual Past President luncheon. The luncheon culminated in the induction of SKCR’s newest into the Past President Club, Shane Davies. The Past… Read more