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    • Press Releases
    |   Jan 3, 2019

    ​PRESS RELEASE: Bonnie Geers Named 2019 Board President of Master Builders Association

    Bonnie Geers will serve as the 2019 board president of the Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties. Geers is currently the senior vice president of community development at Quadrant Homes, where she leads land acquisition, land development and government affairs.
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    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Remodel
    • Homeowners
    |   Jan 3, 2019

    Why Heated Floors Are Worth the Hype

    If cold floors keep you on your toes, heating them up is an affordable solution.
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    • Builders Bulletin
    |   Dec 21, 2018

    January 2019 Builder's Bulletin: Housing Supply Up, But Still Short of Healthy Market Territory

    Median home prices fell month-over-month from $613,509 to $605,000 in King County and rose from $445,000 to $450,000 in Snohomish County.
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    • Community
    • Built Green News
    • Benefits & Incentives
    |   Dec 18, 2018

    The City of Seattle Is Moving the Market

    In past years, we have rewarded builders who have either stepped up their participation in Built Green or have been on the cutting edge and thus have led the market forward. This year, in studying our certification numbers and evaluating factors driving Built Green’s success, green building incentives, especially in the city of Seattle, stood out as having truly helped move the market
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    • Tips & Trends
    • Builders
    |   Dec 14, 2018

    Make the New Business Income Deduction Work for You

    Many businesses will benefit this year from the new 20 percent qualified business income deduction. This deduction applies to "pass-through entities:" partnerships, S-corporations, sole proprietorships, and most LLCs. There’s still time for last-minute tax strategies, so don't neglect to consult your CPA.
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    • Community
    • Built Green News
    • Benefits & Incentives
    |   Dec 10, 2018

    Kickstarting Green Building Everywhere

    Built Green has seen a lot of success, but our numbers are not evenly spread across the Puget Sound area. In recent years, we’ve seen big numbers and high market shares in Seattle, Shoreline, Kirkland, and Issaquah. Why these areas? The short answer is: incentives.
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    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Maintain
    • Homeowners
    |   Dec 6, 2018

    Prep Your Home for Holiday Travel

    If you’re heading out this winter, follow these tips to keep your house safe.
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    • Case Studies
    |   Dec 4, 2018

    Stringham Construction: TOD Apartments

    This project by Stringham Construction is piloting the wave of new multifamily checklist projects, featuring a Walk Score of 96, an abundance of bike storage, top-of-the-line finishes, vibrant colors, and a focus on energy efficiency.
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