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SEATTLE ‘WALKING’ TOWARDS URBAN CONNECTEDNESS

Will Springer Realtor

These findings provide a strong economic base and cement walkable urban places and development as the wave of the future, as we move toward a more connected, environmentally sustainable way of life.” In addition, discussions are well underway between city leadership, neighborhood advocates and developers to consider placing a “lid” over I-5.

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HOME BUYERS FACING ‘TRIPLE-WHAMMY’ EFFECT

Will Springer Realtor

The House version, HB 1782 , is backed by developer and Realtor® lobbyists, Habitat for Humanity and environmental groups, according to The Seattle Times. Among other bills in the works, as of this writing: House Bill 1908 relates to the conversion of surplus public property to affordable housing. The company, using data from the U.S.

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WEIGHING SEATTLE’S FUTURE WITH FEWER OFFICES

Will Springer Realtor

Developing interest from real estate movers and shakers for a high-risk facelift will be a great challenge amid rising financing and construction costs. The business group describes our area’s varied development mix, which also includes stadiums, music venues and restaurants, as akin to having a “diverse stock portfolio.”

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IN DIRE NEED OF GENERATIONAL RESPONSE TO HOUSING SHORTFALL

Will Springer Realtor

annually between 1968 and 2000 but has since dropped to an average rate of 0.7% And, Seattle’s attempt to force building developers to incorporate more affordable homes within their new residential endeavors yielded only 21 units in 2020 out of a swell of 224 construction projects. POTENTIAL TAX SAVINGS. million to 6.8

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UNDERSTANDING THE TRUE COST OF HOMEOWNERSHIP

Will Springer Realtor

Beyond the allure of the offer price, it’s imperative to factor in the long-term cost of maintaining a property. Prospective home sellers are smart people. 1 with a combined 75,274 units newly completed or being developed. In the face of mounting challenges, knowledge is power. ELECTION YEAR EFFECT?