Homes in most major markets—including Seattle—are unaffordable to median earners
Homes in most major markets—including Seattle—are unaffordable to median earners Back to News Center July 3, 2025 Of the top 50 housing markets in the U.S. only three (all in the Midwest) are considered affordable for median earners, according to Realtor.com. In its analysis, the listings website used the industry threshold that no more 30%…
Read MoreHIB Recap: Public office-seekers urged to “build, baby, build” and be more business-friendly
HIB Recap: Public office-seekers urged to “build, baby, build” and be more business-friendly Back to News Center July 2, 2025 Calling the housing affordability crisis in our region “daunting,” former Governor Christine Gregoire stressed the only way to solve this complex issue is via a public-private partnership. Gregoire gave keynote remarks recently during the 31st…
Read MoreREALTOR® Good Neighbor Awarded for Lasting Commitment to Vine Maple Place
REALTOR® Good Neighbor Awarded for Lasting Commitment to Vine Maple Place Back to News Center July 2, 2025 Jule Johnson, a real estate agent at Windermere (Bellevue West), has a hard time remembering when she first got involved with Vine Maple Place (VMP). “I’ve been doing this for a long time,” she said, “since the…
Read MoreAffiliate Spotlight: Ted Butler, Mutual of Omaha
Affiliate Spotlight: Ted Butler, Mutual of Omaha Back to News Center July 2, 2025 As an Aging in Place Specialist with Mutual of Omaha, Ted Butler spends a lot of time educating REALTORS® around the country about loan programs for retirement-age homeowners. “Many homeowners of the Boomer generation and older do not think they have…
Read MoreANNOUNCEMENT: 2026 Board Election Results
ANNOUNCEMENT: 2026 Board Election Results Back to News Center July 1, 2025 Thanks to everyone who participated in this year’s Board Election. The following officers and directors have been chosen to join the 2026 Board of Directors. “As the leader of the Leadership Development Committee, I’m grateful for the work the committee did on recruiting,…
Read MoreGen Z and Millennials say they’re willing to make sacrifices to fulfill the dream of homeownership
Gen Z and Millennials say they’re willing to make sacrifices to fulfill the dream of homeownership Back to News Center June 30, 2025 The dream of homeownership is a powerful motivator for both Gen Z and Millennials, new research shows. Even though they face financial hurdles, these would-be buyers prioritize the long-term financial security a…
Read MoreSeattle’s PACT launched to help boost housing supply
Seattle’s PACT launched to help boost housing supply Back to News Center June 30, 2025 Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell signed an executive order in late June to create an interdepartmental team that is tasked with streamlining the process to build homes and start a business. Titled PACT, or “Permitting and Customer Trust,” the measure represents…
Read MoreREALTORS® Visit Washington D.C. for Legislative Meetings
REALTORS® Visit Washington D.C. for Legislative Meetings Back to News Center June 9, 2025 Last week, nearly 20 members of Seattle King County REALTORS® traveled to Washington, D.C. to participate in the National Association of REALTORS® Legislative Meetings (RLM). Over five days, REALTORS® from across the country met to discuss association and industry business. The…
Read MoreREALTOR® wins and losses in Olympia this year
REALTOR® wins and losses in Olympia this year Back to News Center May 30, 2025 In a year of playing defense in the Washington State Legislature, the real estate industry recorded some impressive wins for housing, despite an anticipated loss on rent control. “Overall, this session was a win for REALTORS® and their clients,” said…
Read MoreAffiliate Spotlight: Kelcey Myers, Fidelity National Title
Affiliate Spotlight: Kelcey Myers, Fidelity National Title Back to News Center May 30, 2025 After 24 years in the business of title and escrow, VP Sales Manager Kelcey Myers sees herself as a partner of real estate agents, finding solutions for problems that crop up in transactions. “I love seeing my agents succeed and win…
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