Washington State's Governor Said The Budget Outlook Is "DIRE" | What Happens NOW?

Washington State's budget crisis: the state doubled spending to $80 billion, then came up billions short. Here's who pays. That shortfall lands on North Puget Sound homeowners as rising property taxes, choked housing supply, and wealthy residents quietly relocating to zero-tax states. As the North Puget Sound's honest insider, real estate advisor Leah Courage shows you the equity trap forming now and the moves to make before the December budget drops. ➡️ Connect with Leah Courage, Jon Russell & The Courage Group with ONE Realty Ready to protect your equity or find your next Puget Sound home? Let’s talk. 📞 Call Us: (360) 298-0273 📧 Email Us: [email protected] 🌐 Our Website: https://couragerealty.com/ 🔷 Book Your Private Strategy Call: https://couragerealty.com/contact 🔷 What is your home's value? Get a complimentary valuation: https://couragerealty.com/evaluation 🔷 Browse Current Premier Listings: https://couragerealty.com/listing 🔷 Agent Referral Program: https://couragerealty.com/trusted-par... Timestamps 00:00 The "Dire" Admission Every WA Homeowner Needs to Hear 01:15 The Leaked Memo Olympia Didn't Want You Reading 03:39 How Washington's Budget DOUBLED in 10 Years 05:03 Where the Money Really Went: Schools, Big Tech & COVID 08:33 The Doomed Handoff That Broke the Budget 11:29 Why the Millionaires Tax Won't Save Washington 13:09 Capital Gains Tax: Betting the Budget on the Stock Market 14:47 WA's Economy: Record Unemployment & Tech Layoffs 16:30 What a $4 Billion Hole Does to Your Property Taxes 18:43 Cuts or New Taxes: The Fairness Trap Explained 20:35 The Wealth Exodus: Why Millionaires Are Fleeing WA 21:46 Your Next Moves: Sell Smart & Watch Your Local Ballot 22:39 Final Word: How to Make Your Best Move ➡️ About The Courage Group We are a premier real estate consultancy dedicated to the art of high-stakes transitions across the North Puget Sound. Our team specializes in curating bespoke living experiences and navigating the intricate intersection of significant equity and lifestyle design. From the waterfront retreats of Anacortes and Whidbey Island to the premier estates in Bellevue and Medina, we serve as your strategic partner in preserving wealth and securing your legacy. We are honored to guide you through your next chapter. ➡️ Follow the Journey Instagram |   / couragerealty   Facebook |   / thecouragegroup   LinkedIn |   / leahcourage   ➡️ The Legal Bits The information in these videos is for entertainment and educational purposes only and is not to be taken as financial, legal, or tax advice. Every financial situation is unique; please consult with a qualified professional regarding your specific circumstances. All materials used fall within fair use guidelines. No copyright infringement intended. If you represent a copyright owner and have concerns, please contact: [email protected]. Copyright © 2026 CourageRealty. All rights reserved.