Archive for May 2024
Five Colleges Are Collaborating in effort to enhance urban forests
Five Colleges Are Collaborating in effort to enhance urban forests Back to News Center May 31, 2024 Tree canopies in several urban areas across the state should increase and residents in underserved communities will gain knowledge about stewardship of natural resources as part of a five-year project being led by Washington State University. The project,…
Read MoreBellevue Chamber Launches Initiative to Connect Volunteers with Nonprofits
Bellevue Chamber Launches Initiative to Connect Volunteers with Nonprofits Back to News Center May 22, 2024 Eastside REALTORS®, and especially young professionals, are invited to be part of an initiative of the Bellevue Chamber to connect volunteers with nonprofits. The new event, called Believe, is scheduled for Thursday, May 30, at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.…
Read MoreBrokers in King, Kittitas Counties report solid uptick in April activity on most metrics
Brokers in King, Kittitas Counties report solid uptick in April activity on most metrics Back to News Center May 15, 2024 Despite higher-for-longer interest rates that constrained purchasing power for some buyers, brokers across much of Washington reported solid gains in both pending and closed sales during April. In its latest report, Northwest Multiple Listing…
Read MoreHas Seattle Improved Its ParkScore®?
Has Seattle Improved Its ParkScore®? Back to News Center May 14, 2024 Two free events this month are being presented in celebration of parks. They include a stewardship day on May 18 and a virtual chat on the latest ParkScore® Index with leading park experts on May 22. In extending an invitation, Roland Carette-Meyers, the…
Read MoreAre You Covered by the NAR Settlement?
Are You Covered by the NAR Settlement? Back to News Center May 6, 2024 Since the announcement of the $418 million settlement proposed by the National Association of REALTORS® in the Sitzer-Burnett anti-trust lawsuit, individual real estate agents have been wondering whether they are covered by the settlement and protected from similar litigation. The good…
Read MoreVote for the 2025 Board of Directors
Vote for the 2025 Board of Directors Back to News Center May 6, 2024 Official Election Notice The online ballot is now open to all members in good standing (paid 2024 dues). Members will receive a weekly reminder email in June with a link to vote electronically. All votes must be received by 12:00 PM…
Read More$51,000 in Scholarships Awarded to 2024 Applicants
$51,000 in Scholarships Awarded to 2024 Applicants Back to News Center May 2, 2024 The Seattle-King County First Citizen Scholarship Foundation is excited to announce that thanks to member generosity, 29 applicants will receive a 2024 scholarship, totaling $51,000. Scholarships are awarded to high school and college applicants, as well as our REALTOR® members, who…
Read MoreBOLD Summit 2024 Recap
BOLD Summit 2024 Recap Back to News Center May 1, 2024 During a gathering of brokers and owners at an event dubbed 2024 BOLD Summit (Broker/Owner Leadership Discussion), the leadership of Seattle King County REALTORS® (SKCR), emphasized that the association remains dedicated to its mission and delivering results for members. Their message: “We are focused…
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