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Get the Facts 02.20.24

We Want to Hear From You! Take the 2024 Member Survey Today...
 
Washington REALTORS® is looking for feedback from our members to see how we can better serve you. We use this information to improve the products and services we provide to you – your opinion matters and helps shape the future of the association! The survey should take less than ten minutes to complete. 

It should take less than ten minutes to complete. To show our appreciation, five members who complete the survey will be randomly selected to win a $100 gift card!

Take the Survey Here
Agency Law Consumer Outreach Campaign is Now LIVE!
 
Washington REALTORS® has provided extensive education for real estate practitioners about the Agency Law changes effective January 1st. However, a common request from members is for WR to help educate consumers about these changes. Washington REALTORS® has mobilized a consumer media campaign to help educate your consumers about the changes that REALTORS® championed to promote fairness and transparency in the real estate transaction.
 
We are launching a TV spot in most major metros and we're working with various media outlets to raise awareness of REALTOR®-championed Agency Law changes and what they mean for the consumer. Visit the site to download a one-page educational flyer for you to give to your consumers and access other resources! 

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Appraisers' Coalition of Washington: Important Announcement
 
In recent months, there has been confusion over how local or state increases to residential zoning could impact the ability of residential appraisers to appraise residential properties that currently have 1 to 4 dwelling units, but have been upzoned to allow redevelopment of 5 or more dwelling units. Washington REALTORS® has been working with the WA Department of Licensing and the Appraisers’ Coalition, and the Appraisers’ Coalition recently sent out a new document clarifying that residential appraisers can perform appraisals of residential properties that could be redeveloped with more than 4 dwelling units, based on their education, experience, and training. 

See the link below to read the full announcement from the Appraisers' Coalition of Washington. 
 
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Refine Your Skills with Draft Like a Lawyer!
 
Join us April 23rd - 24th, 2024 at the Center Place Regional Event Center in Spokane for Draft Like a Lawyer! This two-day in-person course is designed to teach you the necessary drafting skills and integrated use of the most popular statewide forms! Not only will you improve your drafting skills, but you'll also earn 16CE credits as you learn about real estate forms and how to use them in your business. Additionally, the course allows you to catch up on high-demand topics taught by Legal Hotline Lawyer, Annie Fitzsimmons!

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Racial Minority Groups Increased Their Homeownership Rates While Still Facing Significant Homebuying Challenges
 
Despite progress, racial disparities persist in the industry. Let's dive into the National Association of REALTORS® 2024 Snapshot of Race and Home Buying for a comprehensive analysis. Learn about record-high Asian and Hispanic homeownership rates and challenges faced by Black Americans. 

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Legal Hotline Q & A of the Week 

02.20.24 Q & A