On June 11, 2026, Public Marketing of Residential Homes becomes required by law in Washington State. This means that when a real estate broker is hired to market a home, it must be listed on the NWMLS to ensure it’s visible and available to all brokers and buyers. This process provides sellers with maximum exposure, which helps secure the best price and terms, and also establishes fair and equitable opportunities for all buyers. It isn’t fair when some listings aren’t available to all buyers.

Many real estate brokerages and brokers in WA are looking forward to this law taking effect since it will assure an open, fair, transparent, and comprehensive marketplace for residential properties that promotes competition and fair housing. Buyers and sellers may continue to participate in off-market purchase and sales with the guidance of brokers; the new law doesn’t change this, as it only pertains to marketing.

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