Our monthly association news column features insights from the leaders of local, statewide and national real estate organizations. These were the articles that generated the most buzz online in 2025.
No. 1 – What brokers need to know about HB 1110 and the rise of middle housing in Washington
In July, Brenda Nunes, a member of Seattle King County REALTORS®, outlined what brokers need to know about House Bill 1110 and its implications for middle housing in the Puget Sound region. The column became our most-read Association News feature of the year.
No. 2 – Real estate in 2025: A promising path forward
Back in January, Kevin Sears, 2025 president of the National Association of REALTORS®, offered an optimistic outlook for the year ahead.
No. 3 – Empowering women in real estate: Women’s Council of REALTORS® Seattle Metro
Laura Hinds, 2025 president of the Women’s Council of REALTORS® Seattle Metro, contributed this article about the importance of supporting women in real estate.
No. 4 – Realtors: A community of practice
In our final Association News of the year, SKCR CEO Russ Hokanson explained the many benefits of local association membership.
No. 5 – Realtors advocating for home buyers, sellers and property owners
Also among the top Association News articles of the year was this feature from Taylor Shanaman, SKCR’s director of governmental and public affairs.