In response to the concerns about COVID-19, commonly referred to as coronavirus, the National Association of REALTORS® is providing guidance to help REALTORS® respond to the coronavirus’s potential impact on the real estate industry. Any updates from NAR and its response to the coronavirus emergency will be collected on this page. Of note, NAR has issued information and guidance on the following: Coronavirus Guidance for REALTORS® Coronavirus Emergency Legislation: What REALTORS® Need to Know Coronavirus Guidance for REALTOR® Associations Coronavirus Resources and Guidance for Employers Coronavirus Resources for Property Owners Coronavirus Guidance for Commercial Real Estate Be sure to refer to the CDC’s website for up-to-date information about COVID-19 (link is external), as well as information about the coronavirus’ current impact in the …
Stay safe while buying and selling during the coronavirus outbreak
As every aspect of our lives is disrupted by the coronavirus, many home buyers and sellers are wondering how the outbreak will affect their real estate transaction — especially as we head into the busiest buying season of the year. Last week, the National Association of Realtors surveyed Realtors to ask them about the impact the coronavirus was having on transactions. While the vast majority of respondents said the virus had not affected buyer and seller interest, about one in four said they had changed the way a home is viewed, including implementing increased safety measures as part of the home-selling process. This article provides several safety tips you can incorporate as you buy and sell homes this spring. Using …
NWAOR COVID-19 Update
NWAOR is committed to do its part to promote the health and welfare of its members and staff, all while continuing to provide the best service to our members. Due to the recent recommendations regarding COVID-19, NWAOR is implementing the following measures effective immediately. Office Hours NWAOR will limit the hours in office to Monday through Thursday from 9:00am until 2:00pm. Staff will be ready to help with membership, Supra, supplies and fingerprinting. Fingerprinting will be limited to those whose license expires 3/31/20. CE Classes, Committee Meetings and Events Cancelled In an effort to comply with Governor Herbert’s request to limit group gatherings and encourage social distancing, and in an effort to do our part to slow the spread of …
Coronavirus: A Guide for REALTORS®
Why is NAR issuing this guidance? In response to the growing concerns about COVID-19, commonly referred to as coronavirus, NAR is providing this guidance to help REALTORS® respond to the coronavirus’s potential impact on the real estate industry. As of March 4, 2020, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued Level 3 Travel Warnings for all of China, South Korea, Italy, and Iran, and a Level 2 Travel Warning for Japan. However, the situation is rapidly evolving. Be sure to refer to the CDC’s website for up-to-date information about travel warnings (link is external), as well as information about the coronavirus’ current impact in the United States (link is external). Daily updates about the coronavirus are also available …