If you’ve been hearing about Seattle’s new housing bill 121039 that passed on September 16, 2025, you’re not alone. You may be wondering what this new law is all about, and honestly, we are too.
At Georgia Buys, we’ve been following this closely to understand what it means for homeowners and how it could affect the way we make offers. While much is still unclear, here’s what we know now.
This new legislation aims at protecting homeowners from predatory homebuying practices, not changing development rules. The changing development rules took place earlier in 2025.
Seattle officials have raised concerns about unsolicited “cash offers” where sellers may feel pressured or uninformed. This bill aims to add transparency and give homeowners more time to make decisions.
Where is what we know about CB 121039, according to the City of Seattle (Press Release):
These protections are meant to ensure sellers, especially seniors or long-term residents, have time and clarity before selling.
It’s clear there are logistical challenges and gray areas that still need to be defined.
Questions remain about CB 121039:
One local attorney we spoke with described it as “a law with good intentions but uncertain logistics.” Everyone in the real estate community is waiting to see how this will play out.
Have questions about how this new bill 121039 affects you? Contact Georgia Buys for a free, no-obligation conversation.
Georgia Buys will continue to make fair, transparent offers that follow both the letter and the spirit of this new law.
We will:
This bill may add steps to the process, but it doesn’t change our commitment to helping homeowners sell easily and confidently.
If you’ve received a cash offer or are thinking of selling, remember:
There’s still a lot of ambiguity about how this law will be interpreted and enforced, but we’ll continue to monitor updates and adjust as needed.
At Georgia Buys, we’ll always stay compliant and continue serving homeowners who prefer a simple, cash-based sale without repairs or stress.
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