City report says changes to Seattle single-family zoning could improve housing
A Seattle planning commission report is the first effort from Seattle City Council in years to tackle issues with single-family zoning in Seattle. The report...
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J. Lennox Scott honored as one of RISMedia’s 2019 Real Estate Newsmakers
RISMedia is honoring its class of 2018 Real Estate Newsmakers, and John L. Scott chairman and CEO, J. Lennox Scott made the list, under the...
Pricing trends: a tale of two housing markets
According to a recent housing report from realtor.com, the division between high-cost, large urban areas and more affordable markets appears to be widening. The report...
Townhouse construction is now outperforming other building sectors
According to a new analysis from the National Association of Home Builders, townhouse construction is at an all-time high. Construction of townhouses is up 24...
John L. Scott Hermiston celebrates grand opening
The John L. Scott Hermiston office celebrated their grand opening on Wednesday, Nov. 14. More than 40 people attended the event, during which brokers, staff...
Feds expanding investigation into all-cash deals
The Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network is significantly expanding its investigation into whether foreign buyers are using shell companies to buy U.S. real estate,...
Study finds earlier homeownership boosts financial picture in retirement
A new study by the Urban Institute found delaying homeownership can negatively impact overall financial health in retirement. Those who purchased their first home when...
Amazon HQ2 is announced; how will it impact Seattle’s housing market?
Amazon’s office expansion in Seattle, coupled with the local job market and high cost of living for HQ2 locations, means the HQ2 isn’t likely to...
More Americans are using real estate brokers than ever before
A recent study found a full 90 percent of consumers use brokers to buy and sell their homes, which is a survey high. 91 percent...
New analysis identifies Spokane as top city locals don’t want to leave
According to a recent analysis by realtor.com, Spokane, Wash. is the U.S. city where most locals plan to stay put. It’s also the city that...