Government Affairs

Early Session Wins for REALTORS® in Olympia

Friday, February 10 will be the 33rd day of the 105th day in the 2023 Legislative Session. While it is a budget year, typically the first half of the session is dedicated to policy issues and this year is no different. Washington REALTORS® came into this session with big asks of the Legislature...

Real Estate Agency Law Reforms – Bill Summary

Washington State’s real estate agency law, Chapter 18.86 RCW, has not been updated since its adoption in the 1990s. Existing law does not require certain basic consumer protections, and does not reflect modern industry best practices. This legislation will both protect consumers and avoid litigation seen in other states.

Partnership With Black Home Initiative

February Is Black History Month

Black History Month is an annual observance in the United States during the month of February to honor the contributions and accomplishments of African Americans throughout history...

REALTORS® Support Bipartisan Legislation to Promote Transit-Oriented Development

Washington REALTORS® greatly appreciate Gov. Inslee and Sen. Liias’ bipartisan bill to promote transit-oriented development (TOD) in Washington..

Governor Inslee Gives His State of the State Address With A Focus on Housing

On Tuesday, January 10th, Governor Jay Inslee gave his first in person State of the State address in person, in Olympia. The primary focus of the address was the $400 Billion bond to increase housing and affordable housing across the state of Washington....

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Month Of The Military Family

November is Native American Heritage Month

Across the United States, 1 in 3 Native Americans are living in poverty, with a median income of $23,000 a year...

Computation of Time

Just a reminder that both Thanksgiving, and the Friday after are holidays when doing a computation of time..

Beware of Phishing Scams

In Memoriam Fall Business Conference 2022

2022 Fall Business Conference Recap

State Triple Crown Award

At the May 2022 REALTORS® Legislative Meeting & Trade Expo, Washington REALTORS® was honored for winning the RPAC Triple Crown, an award that reflects attaining all five major goals outlined by NAR

Get The Facts, August 30, 2022

Realtors® Political Action Committee Announces Support for Dan Newhouse for U.S. House of Representatives

National Association of Realtors® Political Action Committee (RPAC) announced its support today for Congressman Dan Newhouse in his re-election campaign for Washington’s 4th Congressional District.

Paint Care-Paint Recycling

PaintCare Inc., a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, represents paint manufacturers (paint producers) to plan and operate

June is Pride Month!

WR stands against discrimination in any form. Its 1.5 million members must adhere to its strict code of ethics that sets a higher standard for fairness in housing than any federal law...

Manette Real Estate Co. REALTOR® Day

May 12 is REALTOR® Day of Service and our team braved the rain and cleaned up the Manette Business District...

Seattle King County REALTOR® Day

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