Bill aims to protect open access to real estate listings, backed by bipartisan, nearly unanimous legislative support.
It requires that when a broker markets a home, it’s visible to the public and all brokers simultaneously.
Only exception: limited marketing allowed when needed for health or safety concerns.
Supporters say private listing networks create “manufactured scarcity,” narrowing buyer pools and hurting sellers’ best offers.
Washington is positioned as a national leader in pro-consumer real estate protections.

Buyer/seller confidence is set to return in 2026, making browsing turn into buying.

Seattle listings may increase gradually, giving buyers more choices and less competition

Forecasters see modest price appreciation, roughly 1–2% metro‑wide, not runaway spikes.

Mortgage rates drifting into low‑6% range make Seattle payments feel easier.

Hire an inspector and review the report to catch any costly issues before buying.
Be cautious about waiving inspections in competitive situations — consider a home warranty instead.

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Seattle home values skyrocketed 280% over 50 years, reshaping the city completely.

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Tech boom and high-paying jobs drew talent, fueling massive housing demand.

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Prices are expected to increase modestly, around 2%–4% through early 2026.

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Tech boom drew talent, while limited land and strict zoning fueled Seattle’s surging housing demand.

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Home builders are designing new homes to balance affordability and modern buyer needs.

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Newly built homes are often priced at or below existing homes.

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Since 2022, median new-home prices dropped about 5%, narrowing the gap with older homes.

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Many builders offer incentives or price cuts to attract buyers.

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New construction is expanding housing options as single-family inventory remains limited.

After Washington enacted a 9.9% income tax on >$1M households, some wealthy sellers quickly listed Seattle-area homes.
King County $5M homes so far in 2026: new listings ↑40%, pending ↑78%, sales ↑66.7% yearly.
Many high-net-worth households are hedging by shifting residency elsewhere, sometimes moving companies too.

No state income tax increases take-home pay, supporting higher purchasing power for homeowners.
Proximity to three national parks and lakes enhances property appeal and year-round recreational value.
Strong sports culture and stadiums increase neighborhood desirability and local housing demand.
Tech, aerospace, and healthcare sectors attract professionals, sustaining competitive home sales in major cities.
Local dining, wineries, and craft beverage culture raise lifestyle value, boosting property market attractiveness.

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Seattle's spring market has more homes and softer prices.

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Median price still near $850,000, out of reach for most families.

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Only the wealthiest can truly participate despite recent price drops.

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Active listings jumped 34%, but closed sales fell year over year.

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High taxes and strict regulations keep middle-class buyers priced out.

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