Thinking about investing in rental property? Or helping clients who are? This episode of Pocket Hours dives deep into the realities of landlord–tenant laws in Washington State, rent control changes, and how today's market is shifting the balance of power between property owners and renters.

Host Jennifer Nelson sits down with Jennifer Hohnstein, landlord-tenant attorney at Williams Kastner, for a candid conversation about what every potential landlord should know before diving in.

Jennifer H. shares her frontline experience representing property owners and explains how well-intentioned "mom-and-pop" landlords can get trapped by new regulations, prolonged court cases, and escalating costs. Together, Jennifer N and Jennifer H explain what's changed in recent years, and why it matters more than ever to treat every rental as a business, not a side project.

This conversation focuses on managing rentals and advising clients on investment properties and is an essential listen for anyone navigating Seattle's highly tenant-friendly legal landscape.

Connect with Jennifer Hohnstein at williamskastner.com/attorneys/jennifer-k-hohnstein.

Jennifer Nelson is the founder of Scout Real Estate: scoutrealestate.com. Information on how to get your clock hours and other offerings for Scout School are also listed at scoutrealestate.com/scout-school.

Pocket Hours theme music, Welcome Home, composed and performed by Jennifer Nelson

No matter how many sales and seasons you've weathered, or if you just got your real estate license, navigating condo sales requires a special kind of magic.

In this episode of Pocket Hours, host Jennifer Nelson brings in Sue Morrow, a broker at Scout Real Estate and Jennifer's go-to "Condo Wizard." With exactly 100 condo transactions under her belt, Sue has seen it all, from foreclosures during the Great Recession to today's complex HOA structures.

Sue shares her journey from retail entrepreneur to trusted real estate advisor, and why representing condo clients requires more than a friendly walkthrough. It demands deep knowledge of HOAs, reserve funding, rental caps, and pet policies. Sue's approach combines detailed due diligence with genuine client care, helping brokers avoid pitfalls and build long-term trust.

Connect with Sue Morrow: scoutrealestate.com/our-team/sue-morrow-bio

Jennifer Nelson is the founder of Scout Real Estate: scoutrealestate.com. Information on how to get your clock hours and other offerings for Scout School are also listed at scoutrealestate.com/scout-school.

Pocket Hours theme music, Welcome Home, composed and performed by Jennifer Nelson

Buying or selling a home is never just about the square footage or the backyard, It's about the people, the stories, and the journey that shapes who we are.

In this episode of Pocket Hours, Jennifer Nelson explores real estate not just as a career, but as a reflection of resilience, empathy, and transformation.

Jennifer's guest, Michael Wolf, is a Seattle-based realtor whose path has been anything but ordinary. From working in nonprofit and missions in Mexico to navigating the complexities of faith, sexuality, and identity, Michael brings both vulnerability and strength to his work and his life.

His personal journey of reconciling who he is with the expectations of his community has not only shaped him as a person but also deeply influences how he shows up for his clients today.

Michael's story is a reminder that the best realtors aren't just salespeople, they're trusted guides who see, hear, and honor the full humanity of the people they serve.

Connect with Michael Wolf at compass.com/agents/michael-wolf and on Instagram @wolfrealestateseattle

Jennifer Nelson is the founder of Scout Real Estate: scoutrealestate.com. Information on how to get your clock hours and other offerings for Scout School are also listed at scoutrealestate.com/scout-school.

Pocket Hours theme music, Welcome Home, composed and performed by Jennifer Nelson.