With Seattle hosting six FIFA World Cup matches in 2026, homeowners like Kim Macias-Shell are turning their residences into short-term rentals.

The Center Square) - More than 10,000 applicants are vying for 15 rent-reduced apartments under a new Seattle affordable housing program funded by a city tax on workers who make more than $1 million

The answer should consider an array of factors, from your job security and monthly budget to just how interested you feel in replacing your own water heater if the time comes.

Drive into Seattle from the south or north and you'll see why it's called the Emerald City. With all the evergreen trees and greenery in the area, Seattle echoes Washington's nickname as the Evergreen State. From arboretums and state parks to waterways ...