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Wildfire Q&A: Navigating Contract Delays and Form 22FM

As wildfires continue to impact communities across our state, many REALTORS® are navigating delayed inspections, insurance binders, appraisals, financing timelines, and other transaction challenges. This Legal Hotline Q&A addresses how an “act of God” may affect contract performance, when Form 22FM may be useful in new transactions, and why existing agreements may instead require a more specific addendum.

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Summer 2026 RE Magazine

The Summer 2026 issue of RE Magazine highlights how Washington REALTORS® are strengthening the profession through leadership, advocacy, education, and community service. Readers will find updates on Washington's new public marketing law, housing market trends, inspiring member profiles, practical business-building advice, professional development opportunities, and stories showcasing REALTORS® making a positive impact in communities across the state.

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Public Marketing in Washington State: WR Leaders Discuss the New Law

As of June 11, 2026, Washington’s new public marketing requirement is officially in place—marking a major shift for our industry. Washington REALTORS® leaders are participating in the public discussion.

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Legal Hotline: Non-Refundable Buyer Funds Released To Seller Up Front?

Apr 25, 2022, 13:46 PM
Title : Legal Hotline: Non-Refundable Buyer Funds Released To Seller Up Front?
SubHeading : Legal Hotline
Youtube Url : https://youtube.com/embed/Aox_GEUrQIw
In the current Sellers market, we are seeing Buyers writing huge, non-refundable checks to the Seller that are released to the Seller up front... in this episode of Legal Hotline, Annie Fitzsimmons (Washington REALTOR'S® Legal Hotline Lawyer) goes over the risks and implications of this home-buying strategy.
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