Member Updates

Now's Your Chance to Get Involved with the Mongolia Homestay Program

Washington REALTORS® is proud to host the 2025 Homestay Program for our partners at the Mongolia Ambassador Association and the Real Estate Academy of Mongolia! As part of our ongoing global initiatives, this program offers members of the Mongolian ambassador association a unique opportunity to experience the day-to-day life of REALTORS® in the U.S., while also giving U.S. REALTORS® valuable insight into the impact and importance of Washington REALTORS®’ global partnerships.

This unique exchange program will include 6 participants from Mongolia and 6 host members from Washington REALTORS®. Want to learn more?

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Protecting Your Data (and Your Client's Data) from Cyber Threats

Cybercriminals are getting smarter and real estate agents are prime targets. This article shares four practical steps to help you protect the personal information and the sensitive data you handle for clients. From spotting phishing scams to strengthening passwords and updating devices, you won't want this information to pass you by!

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Senate Passes Significant Tax Bill

The U.S. Senate has passed a significant tax reform bill containing multiple provisions impacting real estate, including extensions and protections for tax deductions and incentives. The legislation, supported by the National Association of REALTORS®, aims to bolster homeownership, housing supply, and investment in communities.

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Planning to Get Away this Fourth of July?

Are you or your clients planning a vacation soon? In their latest article, the Florida Association of REALTORS® shares some useful tips to help homeowners keep their properties safe while traveling for holidays like the Fourth of July. From securing doors and windows to being cautious on social media, these reminders can help deter crime during the busy vacation season!

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Did You Know?

We Even Have Independence Day Graphics!

We've got you covered for every celebration! If you haven't already, it's time to check out our DEIA Graphics page. These resources are available to you all year round, for every occasion. Download and share our Fourth of July graphics today!

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Legal Hotline Q&A of the Week

Question

As a listing agent I'm getting emails and calls from buyers who do not want a buyer's agent and want to see my listing. If I will not be acting as a buyer's agent, do I need a form 41 signed to show my own listing? The buyer would be unrepresented.

Answer

Since the buyer will be unrepresented with listing broker representing seller only, listing broker should NOT enter a Form 41 BBSA with buyer. If listing broker entered a BBSA with buyer, then broker would represent buyer as well as seller. Instead, broker should disclose to buyer that listing broker represents seller exclusively and that buyer is without representation. Broker should advise buyer to seek representation but should proceed to show buyer if buyer wishes to proceed without representation. Broker should deliver an agency pamphlet to buyer and if buyer chooses to write an offer, broker should ensure that the Agency Disclosure provision is properly completed to show that listing broker represents seller and that buyer is without representation. All contact information for the "buyer broker", on the PSA, should be left blank.

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