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Homebuilder confidence takes a hit, though experts see light at the end of the tunnel

Economists believe home sales can help drive the nation’s economic recovery from COVID-19.

A quarter of Realtors have sold homes sight unseen

A National Association of Realtors survey shows that one in 10 members have either seen their business grow or remain flat under COVID-19.

8 tips for how to survive and thrive from top real estate coaches

Here’s what industry experts say agents should do to stay motivated and busy during tough times.

Certain segments of rental market likely to slow down in the short term

A new report points to a softening of rents in Class A properties. Whether that will extend to the rest of the rental market depends on how long the economic crisis continues.

Douglas Elliman launches latest issue of Elliman Magazine digitally

The namesake publication celebrates the beauty of the outdoors in its new spring/summer issue.

NAR survey shows agents expect post-pandemic market rebound

Agents are bracing for a spring slowdown, but hopeful for post-coronavirus recovery, says NAR.

A disruptor, disrupted: Redfin announces furlough of nearly half its agents

Redfin announced a massive staff layoff in a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing yesterday.

Residential construction a bright spot in dire jobs report

The extreme spike in job losses in March are largely in the leisure and hospitality sectors, and keeping those workers afloat could be key to a robust recovery, according to economists.

During coronavirus shutdown, real estate is deemed an ‘essential business’

Is real estate work considered essential? While agents still have to adhere to local and state guidelines, a new federal report offers official recommendations.

NAR chief optimistic on home sales rebounding

February was another good month for pending home sales across the nation, but the coronavirus will put that all on hold.

Buyers pull back early; sellers, not so much

A national survey of real estate agents digs into how clients are reacting to the coronavirus outbreak, how home values will be impacted, and the likelihood that we’ve entered a recession.

House approves $2 trillion coronavirus relief package

Congress has passed the biggest economic stimulus in American history. Here’s what it means for real estate professionals.

Homebuying was getting easier in early 2020, but all bets are off with COVID-19

ATTOM Data Solutions report has encouraging news on the affordability gap, but the coronavirus outbreak poses a potential setback.

COVID-19 and the housing market: Your weekly update

Houston Agent is participating in weekly housing market webinars, led by Meyers Research Chief Economist Ali Wolf, to keep you informed about what’s happening with the economy and the real estate market in real time. Here’s the latest information.

Need a lifeline? What to consider when applying for a disaster loan

The Small Business Administration is offering help for companies impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Learn who qualifies and what to do to simplify the application process.

NAHB to members: Send your masks to healthcare workers

The respirator masks that are ubiquitous in the construction industry could play a big role in the fight against COVID-19.

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