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Standing Together for Maui

Our hearts are heavy as we watch the devastating wildfires sweep across Maui, Hawai'i. Our thoughts are with our fellow REALTORS® Association of Maui, Inc. the Maui community and all affected by this catastrophe. Learn how you can contribute here.

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Insights from the 2023 NAR® Residential Real Estate Forecast Summit

Read insights from the National Association of REALTORS® annual Residential Real Estate Forecast Summit, an event aimed at providing valuable insights into the current state and future projections of the residential housing market.

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Uniting for Affordable Housing: Washington REALTORS® and Issues Mobilization Grants Making a Difference

Learn how an Issues Mobilization Grant contributed to Washington REALTORS® monumental wins this legislative session.

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Demystifying Real Estate Deadlines

Annie Fitzsimmons, the Washington Realtors Legal Hotline Lawyer, clarifies that mutual acceptance is considered to occur on the day of the agreement, regardless of the time. Annie explains the significance of the 9 p.m. deadline for specific actions outlined in the purchase and sale agreement...

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​Summer 2023: A Season of Positive Changes in Washington's Real Estate Landscape

Exciting changes await Washington's real estate brokerage community this summer. Annie Fitzsimmons, the trusted Washington REALTORS® Legal Hotline Lawyer, shares valuable insights on the upcoming statewide form revisions and new laws set to benefit both real estate professionals and their clients.

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CC&Rs VS. Middle Housing Bill

WR has received a lot of questions about how the new Middle Housing Law (HB 1110) effects density limitations in CC&Rs. #WRLegalHotline Lawyer Annie Fitzsimmons gives an overview on how current and future CC&Rs may be affected.

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DOL Website Gets a New Look

The Department of Licensing is launching their new dol.wa.gov site on June 20th. You can expect the new home page to look different from the current one so take a few minutes to familiarize yourself after the launch.

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Real Estate Commission Position Vacancy

The Governor’s Office is seeking applicants to serve a six (6)-year term as a member of the Washington Real Estate Commission. The current commission appointment will be an at-large post, position #3.

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2023 Legislative Summary

The 2023 Washington State Legislature adjourned Sine Die on April 23. Washington REALTORS® entered the session with a lengthy to-do list, asking the Legislature to update and correct several real estate brokerage issues, and to make this session the year of housing policy. It is well known that Washington State ranks last in the number of housing units per family nationally, and the dream of homeownership is getting farther away from families in our state.

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Tomorrow's Forecast: Back to Basics with a Focus on ACTION!

Savvy brokers don't sit still for very long. They know that inaction and worrying about one's business can easily become a self-fulfilling prophecy. But when a market that was already challenging due to the inventory crisis became even more-challenging due to rising interest rates, business for many became downright scarce...

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2023 Social Media DOs & DON'Ts

As we move into 2023, it's clear that social media is not just a trend, but a crucial aspect of our daily lives. As real estate professionals in Washington, it's important to stay up to date on the latest social media trends and techniques to best serve our clients and stay competitive in the market.

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April Showers Bring May Flowers?

We have heard that expression before—that April showers bring May flowers. It is the premise that when the soil is watered, the flowers, vegetation, and crops will grow. Our business and our lives are very similar. When we invest in that which matters to us, we often find grows, builds, and blooms in kind.

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Artificial Intelligence Revolution

Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized numerous industries in recent years, and the real estate sector is no exception. With the help of AI technology, real estate professionals can automate and streamline many processes, making their work more efficient and effective.

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Industry Evolution: A Better Future for Consumers & Brokers

The theme of the Bill is transparency. The revisions to the Act suggested by the association will increase transparency for buyers with respect to the services and compensation of the buyer's broker; increase transparency for buyers and sellers who work with a dual agent regarding the limitations of a dual agent's advocacy; and improve understanding of brokerage relationships for consumers and brokers alike with a rewriting and simplification of the Agency Law pamphlet (the "Pamphlet")...

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June is Homeownership Month!

During Homeownership Month, the National Association of REALTORS® is shedding light on the invaluable role of REALTORS® in assisting millions of Americans in achieving their dream of homeownership....

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NAR 2025 Elected Office Applications Now Open

The National Association of REALTORS® is accepting applications for 2025 elected offices....

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Celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: The Impact on Washington State Real Estate

May is a month of celebration as we honor Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. This annual observance supplies an opportunity to recognize and appreciate the rich contributions and cultural diversity of Asian Pacific Americans...

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NAR Welcomes FHFA’s Cancellation of August 1 LLPA Fee Increase

National Association of REALTORS®, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) rescinded its proposed loan level pricing adjustment (LLPA) upfront fee on borrowers with debt-to-income ratios...

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Governor Inslee Signs Major Housing Bills Into Law

On Monday May 8, Governor Jay Inslee signed into law a number of major housing supply bills before a group of legislative sponsors and housing advocates...

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Governor Signs Agency Law Bill

Governor Inslee signed the REALTOR® Supported Agency Law Reforms Bill (SB 5191) into law...

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