Local market update.

Buyers are once again competing with one another in King County, possibly marking an early spring for the housing market. With somewhat lower mortgage rates, sellers and buyers alike may be able to take advantage of new opportunities. Find our full market recap here.

News + trends.

[THE STATE OF] REAL ESTATE

State proposes new bill to address historic effects of restrictive housing covenants

The effects of racially restrictive housing covenants are still being felt today, despite the passing of the Fair Housing Act in 1968. To help Black families build generational wealth, Washington lawmakers have proposed a new bill.READ MORE

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[THE STATE OF] REAL ESTATE

Area residents want more multifamily housing

A majority of area residents are in favor of adding multifamily housing to their neighborhoods.

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LOCAL ECONOMY

Boeing to pass Microsoft as state’s second-largest employer

As the tech industry faces layoffs, Boeing is staffing up for major projects in the near future.

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LOCAL ECONOMY

Seattle ranks among top metros for flexible work

Workers in the area benefit from more remote and hybrid work options than almost any other city.

Happenings.

Now – February 26Brain Injury Art Show at the Bellevue Arts Museum

February 23 – 26Seattle Asian American Film Festival at Northwest Film Forum

February 23 – 26Wintergrass Music Festival 2023 at the Bellevue Hyatt Regency & Westin

March 2 – 5Emerald City Comic Con at the Seattle Convention Center Summit Building

March 3 – 26Between Two Knees at Seattle Rep

Pin-spiration.

From classic black-and-white tiles to bright alternating colors, warped lines and unexpected textiles, checkerboards prove that sometimes it’s hip to be square. Find your new home decor checkmate on this Pinterest board.