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REALTOR® Good Neighbor Preserves History in Monroe

By jnaegeli / March 26, 2025 / Comments Off on REALTOR® Good Neighbor Preserves History in Monroe

Back to News Center Seattle King County REALTORS® named Teresa Willard of Tate Real Estate as its Q1 2025 Good Neighbor, honoring the volunteer work and leadership she has provided to the Monroe Historical Society and Museum. Teresa has volunteered for the Historical Society since 2005 when she wandered into…

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Judy Runstad Named the 87th Recipient of the Seattle King County First Citizen Award

By jnaegeli / March 17, 2025 / Comments Off on Judy Runstad Named the 87th Recipient of the Seattle King County First Citizen Award

Back to News Center Prominent attorney and civic activist Judy Runstad has been selected 2025 Seattle King County First Citizen. The widely recognized community philanthropist is the 87th recipient of the prestigious annual award. This year’s honoree is vice chair of Wright Runstad and Company and recently retired from Foster…

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Parks Levy Proposed for August Ballot

By jnaegeli / February 27, 2025 / Comments Off on Parks Levy Proposed for August Ballot

Back to News Center King County Executive Dow Constantine has proposed a $1.5 billion levy to renew the county’s parks levy. It contains funding to maintain, enhance and expand parks and trails The measure, which is subject to approval by the King County Council, is likely to be considered by…

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The First-Timer Experience at REALTOR® Hill Day

By jnaegeli / February 7, 2025 / Comments Off on The First-Timer Experience at REALTOR® Hill Day

Back to News Center REALTORS® from across the state gathered at the Washington State Capitol on January 30 to discuss REALTORS’® priority legislation with their representatives. Of the almost 700 registrants who attended the annual Hill Day organized by Washington REALTORS®, over 100 were members of Seattle King County REALTORS®,…

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Issues & Impacts Q4 2024

By jnaegeli / February 4, 2025 / Comments Off on Issues & Impacts Q4 2024

Back to News Center Issues & Impacts is a quarterly publication produced by Seattle King County REALTORS® to inform members about current issues and successes within the Government Affairs Department. IN THIS ISSUE: PSRC Leveraging Federal Funds to Limit New Housing Lot-Splitting Gaining Ground in Comprehensive Plans Federal Way Major…

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Issues & Impacts Q3 2024

By jnaegeli / October 30, 2024 / Comments Off on Issues & Impacts Q3 2024

Back to News Center Issues & Impacts is a quarterly publication produced by Seattle King County REALTORS® to inform members about current issues and successes within the Government Affairs Department. IN THIS ISSUE: Mayor Harrell Announces ADU Proposal “Rent-Back” Protection Following Closing Woodinville Landlord-Tenant Issues Schools and Public Safety ADUs…

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Schools and Public Safety

By jnaegeli / October 29, 2024 / Comments Off on Schools and Public Safety

Back to News Center REALTORS® know “strong schools” and “public safety” are two of the most important factors homebuyers consider when looking for a home in a neighborhood they can afford. Our primary focus remains fixed on “housing supply” and “affordability” because that’s where REALTORS® can provide unique expertise. Even…

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Working smoke alarms cut risk of home fire deaths by more than half

By jnaegeli / October 1, 2024 / Comments Off on Working smoke alarms cut risk of home fire deaths by more than half

Back to News Center Having working smoke alarms can save lives and property. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) founded and promotes Fire Prevention Week in its quest to reduce losses with “information, knowledge, and passion.” This year’s observance is October 6-12. NFPA, a self-funded nonprofit, created Fire Prevention Week…

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REALTORS® endorse construction levy for Lake Washington School District

By jnaegeli / September 24, 2024 / Comments Off on REALTORS® endorse construction levy for Lake Washington School District

Back to News Center BELLEVUE, Washington (September 24, 2024) – Seattle King County REALTORS® have endorsed the Building Excellence Capital Construction Levy for the Lake Washington School District (LWSD). The $676.9 measure will appear on the November 5 ballot. If approved, the levy will generate an average of $112.8 million…

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LGBTQ+ Alliance tackles home-buying barriers facing under-served populations

By jnaegeli / August 30, 2024 / Comments Off on LGBTQ+ Alliance tackles home-buying barriers facing under-served populations

Back to News Center A capacity crowd was on hand earlier this month for a “Lunch & Learn” program on “Indigenous Peoples and the Home Buying Process + Covenant Homeownership Program.” The event, presented by the LGBTQ+ Alliance of Western Washington, featured speakers Monica La Crue, an affordable lending manager…

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