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Seattle tops among major U.S. cities for net migration as millennials flock to tech jobs

Seattle was No. 1 for net migration overall and among millennials.

Luxury home prices hit all-time high; record number cash sales recorded

Redfin points to surge in prices, new luxury listings and a boost in sales as affluent homebuyers and sellers show increased activity.

NWMLS announces 2024 board of directors

The Northwest Multiple Listing Service announced the officers for its 2024 board of directors, with Frank Leach named chairperson of the board.

Seattle one of the top cities for office-to-apartment conversions

Former office spaces in Seattle are slated to be turned into over 900 apartment units in 2024 — that’s a 5% increase year over year.

The 10 most expensive new listings in Seattle

Agents from COMPASS were responsible for many of the most expensive new listings in Seattle this past month.

The Agency launches new office on Bainbridge Island

The office, known as The Agency Bainbridge Island, marks the brokerage’s second in Washington state.

Seattle metro area home listings grow as prices stabilize

Home listings grew in December as housing prices stabilized, closing out an interesting 2023 for the real estate market.

NAR President Tracy Kasper resigns after receiving threat to reveal ‘personal’ matter

NAR President-elect Kevin Sears will move into the role of president, effective immediately.

Only 3% of Seattle homes were affordable in 2023

Falling mortgage rates and more inventory could mean an improvement in housing affordability in the new year.

The 10 most expensive new listings in Seattle

A luxury penthouse with views of the Seattle skyline tops this month’s list of the most expensive properties added to the MLS.

Matthew Gardner steps down as Windermere Real Estate’s chief economist

Matthew Gardner has stepped down from his role as chief economist at Windermere Real Estate, a spokeswoman confirmed Thursday.

Seattle is the best landscaped city in the country

Living up to its lush nickname, the Emerald City is America’s best landscaped city, according to a new study from Sodlawn.

Coldwell Banker Danforth to split from NAR

Coldwell Banker Danforth will not renew its affiliation with the National Association of Realtors in 2024.

What you need to know about the Agency Law changes, in effect Jan. 1

“It’s the right thing to do, and it’s what we should have been doing all along,” said Keller Williams Greater Seattle Designated Broker Lindsey Sargent. “Now we all just have to get used to it.”

Former ‘Bachelor’ brings his team to The Real Brokerage

Mesnick first joined the Seattle-area real estate scene in 2013 after starring as the lead in season 13 of “The Bachelor,” making history as the first single dad to be featured in the role.

Bid for developer fees falls short in Seattle City Council

Seattle City Council — narrowly — rejected a proposal that would have imposed “transportation impact fees” on local builders and developers. The tally was five to four.

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