News & Media

Breaking: VA Signals Temporary Suspension of Buyer Agent Payment Ban

The Department of Veterans Affairs will temporarily lift its ban on VA buyers directly compensating their real estate agents, pending a formal rulemaking process. This move, announced by a VA official, is a big relief for the real estate industry, ensuring veterans have access to professional representation in the housing market.

Get the Facts 05.21.24

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Another Successful Spring Business Conference

The Washington REALTORS® Spring Business Conference held April 17-19 2024, in Tacoma was an exciting and productive event! The energy was high at this conference and not only did our Board of Directors approve key decisions and discuss important & ongoing association matters, but also held leadership elections for the upcoming year!

The WA State RE Commission Would Like to Hear From You

The commission is collecting information to assess impacts related to Substitute Senate Bill (SSB) 5399 – Concerning future listing right purchase contracts (RCW – 61.38.901), formerly known as 40-year contracts.

Get the Facts 05.07.24

NAR Celebrates 4 Washington REALTORS® at RPAC Hall of Fame Ceremony

NAR celebrated 4 Washington REALTORS® at its REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) Hall of Fame Ceremony Monday evening during this week’s 2024 Legislative Meetings in DC.

Washington REALTOR® Members Are Invested…And It Shows!

THANK YOU to our Washington REALTOR® Members who are extremely invested in the future of real estate! Your commitment to RPAC shows as WR is one of only 21 states to meet/exceed all of the following fundraising goals...

AAPI Heritage Month Resources

In the month of May, we take time to reflect and celebrate the important role that Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs) have played in our history.

REALTOR® Profile: Lennie Rasmussen | She Lifts People Up

Learn more about Lennie Rasmussen, the REALTOR® Profile featured in the Spring 2024 edition of RE Magazine!

Kitsap Building Association Named Partner of the Year by Washington REALTORS®

[OLYMPIA, WA] – The Kitsap Building Association (KBA) was honored as Partner of the Year during the Washington REALTORS® award ceremony on Wednesday, April 17th, 2024. This recognition is for their notable efforts and meaningful contributions to real estate.

FAQ: Preliminary Approval of NAR Settlement

Get the Facts 04.23.24

Congratulations to our Newly Elected Officers

Last week at the 2024 Spring Business Conference Board of Directors meeting, the following wonderful individuals were elected into office:

Partner with WR and Junior Achievement

Looking for a volunteer opportunity? Junior Achievement with Washington is seeking volunteers to support financial literacy with our youth. The current needs are at the Auburn campus. Please sign up and help support the Washington Realtors / Junior Achievement partnership.

Get the Facts 04.16.24

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Q&A With SRS® Designee: Yusef Nadir

Get to know SRS® designee, Yusef Nadir, with this informative Q&A featured in the latest edition of RE Magazine.

Get the Facts 04.02.24

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