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September 8, 2026 Edition
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Member Updates
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Final Call to Register for Fall Conference
This is your final reminder: Fall Conference takes place September 23–25 in Spokane, and registration closes at 11:59PM on September 11, 2026. If you want to be part of the committee meetings, the statewide conversation, and the in-person connection that helps keep Washington REALTORS® moving forward, don’t wait any longer.
Once registration is closed, it’s closed. Make your final registrations now and get ready for an exciting week in Spokane.
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DRAFT LIKE A LAWYER 2.0
Secure Your Spot Before It's Gone
There are only a few DLAL 2.0 seats left! In this course brokers will work through high-stakes drafting scenarios, contract changes, and other issues where precision and judgment matter most. This is the kind of education that pays off when transactions get complicated.
If Spokane is already on your calendar, don’t miss the chance to register for this 7.5 CE course on September 22, the day before we kick off the 2026 Fall Conference.
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2027 Committee Applications Are Open
Washington REALTORS® committees shape the direction of our association, and committee service shapes you. Whether you're a new broker or years into your career, this is where relationships turn into referral networks, ideas turn into policy, and members turn into leaders.
Never served on a committee before? You don't need years of experience, just a willingness to show up. Committee work is one of the most direct ways to build your network, sharpen your leadership skills, and have a voice in where Washington REALTORS® goes next.
Applications close October 19, 2026, with assignments announced November 30.
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Real application. Real examples. Real Forms Knowledge.
The forms behind a transaction carry real weight, and Forms Deep Dive is designed to help brokers understand them in a more practical way.
Each virtual session every Thursday beginning October 1 delivers practical, real-world instruction on Washington’s most-used real estate forms, taught in the order they are used in a transaction.
This series is taught by Annie Fitzsimmons, Sabrina Jones-Schroeder, and Karene Loman, bringing together experienced instructors who know how to make the material relevant, useful, and easy to apply. If you want training that goes beyond a quick overview, this is it.
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September is REALTOR® Safety Month
Safety is not a one-month priority. Washington REALTORS® is committed to helping members stay informed, prepared, and protected all year long with the help of NAR’s REALTOR® Safety Program, which offers education, resources, and practical guidance for today’s risks.
Register for “Fake, Fraudulent or AI?” on September 9 at 1 p.m. CT. with Tracey Hawkins, former host of an NAR safety podcast. She'll dive into strategies for spotting wire fraud, deepfakes, cryptocurrency scams, and the latest real estate schemes.
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RE Magazine Feature
REALTORS® Give Back
Across Washington, REALTORS® are proving that being a good neighbor goes far beyond the closing table.
From packing food for families at the food bank to cleaning parks, preserving local history, painting homes, building fences, and partnering with community organizations, REALTORS® are rolling up their sleeves to make a lasting difference in the communities they serve.
These volunteer efforts are a reminder that strong neighborhoods aren't built by houses alone—they're built by people who care, show up, and give back.
Thank you to every REALTOR® who is helping create stronger, healthier, and more connected communities across Washington.
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Read more in the latest issue of RE Magazine →
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Did You Know?
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You Can Save Big on CE This Season
The season is kicking off, and it's a great time to invest in professional growth. For two days only, save 40% on Pre-Licensing and Continuing Education with promo code KICKOFF when you visit https://WARealtor.TheCEShop.com
Whether you're launching your career or completing CE, don't miss this opportunity to save!
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Legal Hotline Q&A of the Week
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Question
The 35C where the seller asks for information from the inspection report shows the buyer has 1 day to respond. What are the ramifications of the buyers agent not sending the pertinent information within the timeline?
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Answer
If buyer fails to timely provide the portions of the report requested by seller, buyer is in breach of contract. The remedy for buyer's breach will depend upon the materiality of the breach and that is something that broker should advise broker's client to discuss with a lawyer who represents the client.
However, if the portion of the report that was requested was the inspector's recommendation, justifying buyer's claim for "additional time", then buyer's claim for additional time becomes ineffective if buyer fails to timely deliver the inspector's recommendation. For example, if buyer's original inspection contingency time would otherwise expire on Monday at 9 pm but on that day, buyer delivers a Form 35 claiming additional time and later that same day, seller delivers a Form 35C consenting to receive inspector's recommendation, then buyer's failure to timely deliver the inspector's recommendation would invalidate buyer's original claim for additional inspection time. The result of buyer's failure would be that buyer's inspection contingency terminated at 9pm on Monday night.
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The Legal Hotline Lawyer does not represent Washington REALTORS® or its members. The advice contained herein does not constitute legal counsel. To browse through our database of past Q & A’s, visit warealtor.org/legal-hotline. Attorney Annie Fitzsimmons writes the Legal Hotline Question and Answer of the Week. This is a WR members-only benefit so you will be prompted to log in with your M1 number and password. Your Designated Broker is cc’d on Legal Hotline inquiries.
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Don't Get Whacked by the WAC's - 3.5
Thursday, September 10th, 2026 (9:00am-12:30pm) 3.5 CE Hours
Hampton Inn Vancouver, Vancouver, WA.
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Washington Ninja REALTOR®: Mastering Contracts, Timelines & Tricky Transactions - 3.0
Thursday, September 10th, 2026 (1:30pm-5:00pm) 3.5 CE Hours
Hampton Inn Vancouver, Vancouver, WA.
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Current Issues in WA Residential RE - 3.0
Monday, September 14th, 2026 (9:00am-12:00pm) 3.0 CE Hours
Live Webinar
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Forms We Love to Hate But Have to Use - 7.5
Wednesday, September 16th, 2026 (all day) 7.5 CE Hours
Adrift Hotel, Longbeach, WA.
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Feasibility Fundamentals: Evaluating Land for Development - 3.0
Wednesday, September 16th, 2026 (9:30am-12:30pm) 3.0 CE Hours
Tacoma Pierce County Association of REALTORS®, Tacoma, WA.
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Real Estate Legal Family Feud: Test Your Knowledge, Sharpen Your Practice - 3.0
Thursday, September 17th, 2026 (10:00am-2:00pm) 3.0 CE Hours
Emerald Downs, Auburn, WA.
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