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$44,000 in Scholarships awarded to 2021 applicants – top honor is Tomio Moriguchi Scholarship

The Seattle-King County First Citizen Scholarship Foundation is excited to announce that thanks to member generosity, 28 out of 33... Read more

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We stand up and speak out for the rights of homeowners and the livelihood of REALTORS®. A few of our recent successes include proposing county policies to increase housing inventory and preventing point-of-sale mandates.

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Election for 2022 Local NAR Director on July 14

Annie ChanUncategorized

The Board has announced July 14, 2021 as the date when Seattle King County REALTORS® will elect representatives of the Association to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). The Association will elect one of our three representatives to the NAR Board of Directors this year. These Board representatives serve two-year… Read more

$44,000 in Scholarships awarded to 2021 applicants – top honor is Tomio Moriguchi Scholarship

Annie ChanFeatured, Uncategorized

The Seattle-King County First Citizen Scholarship Foundation is excited to announce that thanks to member generosity, 28 out of 33 applicants this year will receive a 2021 scholarship. Scholarships are awarded to high school and college applicants, as well as our REALTOR® members, who demonstrate a commitment to community service.… Read more

Seattle King County REALTORS® partners with NAR on Mentorship program

Annie ChanUncategorized

Seattle King County REALTORS® has been selected as one of eight associations across the country to partner with the National Association of REALTORS® in a unique mentorship program to assist and encourage careers in real estate for traditionally under-represented communities. The new program pairs an experienced real estate professional (Mentor)… Read more

NEW! First Quarter 2021 Edition of Issues and Impacts now available

Annie ChanAdvocacy, Issues & Impacts

The newest edition of Issues and Impacts has just been posted. You can access the latest edition and read past editions any time on our Issues and Impacts page. Issues & Impacts is a quarterly publication produced by the Seattle King County REALTORS® to inform members about current issues and successes… Read more

Congratulations to our Q1 Good Neighbor, Adrienne Gillis!

Annie ChanUncategorized

When Adrienne Gillis is not selling homes, she could be found supporting families and individuals displaced by fires through the American Red Cross. Her dedication to her community has earned her our very first Seattle King County REALTORS® Q1 Good Neighbor Award. This award goes beyond verbal recognition and a… Read more

Get Involved: Nominations for the 2022 Board of Directors now open!

Annie ChanFeatured

Making connections. Expanding your knowledge about your industry. Fighting for REALTOR® and homeowner rights. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to serve on the Board of Directors, now’s your chance to step up and lead. Run for the Seattle King County REALTORS® Board of Directors and use your voice… Read more

REALTORS® raise over $52,000 for RPAC in online auction

Annie ChanAdvocacy

REALTORS® and Affiliates have helped our REALTOR® Political Action Committee (RPAC) set a new local and statewide record with a total of $52,407 raised for RPAC during the online auction held March 9-12. This auction allowed members to bid on wine, spirits, gift baskets, and experiences while supporting RPAC during… Read more

Focusing on Fair Housing During Black History Month

Annie ChanUncategorized

“Be intentional. If you’re not intentionally inclusive, you’re unintentionally exclusive.” Instructor Nate Johnson set this tone for REALTOR® members who took the Focus on Fair Housing course offered by Seattle King County REALTORS® on February 10 which encouraged open discussion. The Fair Housing course discussed the history and evolution of… Read more

DOL renewal notices are changing

Annie ChanUncategorized

The Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) is changing their method for notifying real estate brokers and managing brokers when they’re eligible to renew their license. Here is what you need to know: Brokers and Managing Brokers who don’t already have a SecureAccess Washington (SAW) account will need to set… Read more

Do you know the history of housing discrimination in Seattle?

Annie ChanUncategorized

In an eye-opening presentation on the history of housing in Seattle, University of Washington History Professor Emeritus Dr. Quintard Taylor, explores the roots of discriminatory practices that formed the predominantly black neighborhoods of Seattle and the region. He shows that despite the progressive early history of Seattle, a gradual change… Read more

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