Former Gov. Gary Locke said Washington voters should focus on how a proposed millionaire's tax would be spent rather than simply whether it passes.
Locke said the state is already facing a budget shortfall and says the new tax alone would not generate enough revenue to cover both existing obligations and proposed new programs.
He questioned whether lawmakers would ultimately need to raise additional taxes or reduce spending if projected revenues fall short.
Locke said the long-term funding plan should be clear before the state commits to new spending promises.
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Short-term rentals come with real costs: licenses, liability coverage, insurance gaps, and taxes.
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Referendum, initiative, lawsuit: Washington voters have tools, but each one comes with a catch.
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A tiny “necessity clause” blocked the fast path to a public vote on Washington’s new tax.
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Seattle’s pause and rising inventory are cooling the frenzy across Washington.
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Some towns are heating up, others are cooling off. The key is knowing where your equity—or opportunity—is right now.
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Seattle’s market is cooling: prices are down, inventory is up, and sellers are cutting prices.
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Yakima is surging as buyers chase sunshine and affordability east of the mountains.
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Issaquah is booming: close to Seattle, strong schools, real amenities, and mountain views.
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Issaquah prices surged, and sellers may have a real moment. But buyers need to ask: momentum or the top?
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Starter homes vanished after 2008—but buyers aren’t out of options in 2026.
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Washington’s housing crisis wasn’t just tech money—it was too few homes and too many bidders.
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