What’s going on with the chaotic small business loan program?

The Paycheck Protection Program will potentially give real estate agents free money. But the program’s launch has had a rocky start. Continue reading

Stimulus package could create ‘chaos’ in mortgage industry

A coalition of real estate and banking trade groups is calling on Congress to help banks with liquidity as they allow homeowners to forbear their mortgage payments. Continue reading

NAR offers Realtors 2 months of free telemedicine services

Telemedicine doctors cannot currently order tests for COVID-19 but can write prescriptions. Continue reading

Coronavirus not slowing down NAR’s pocket listing policy

Several MLSs are adding a “Coming Soon” status for the first time as part of the rollout, while others are instituting weighty fines for violations. Continue reading

Coronavirus not slowing down NAR’s pocket listing policy

Several MLSs are adding a “Coming Soon” status for the first time as part of the rollout, while others are instituting weighty fines for violations. Continue reading

A comprehensive guide to industry resources for real estate agents

Real estate companies, trade groups and government agencies are offering resources amid the pandemic. This is Inman’s attempt to compile them all in one guide that will be updated daily. Continue reading

How to get a loan and save your business during the pandemic

In a bill passed last week, lawmakers provided for some serious financial aid for small businesses such as real estate brokerages. Continue reading

A comprehensive list of online training classes available to agents

Although many brokerages are offering online training to their agents, some companies are providing online training services to any agent who’s interested. Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: What are safe solutions for selling homes during an outbreak?

In this monthly column, Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This month: An agent wants to continue business as usual, but is uncomfortable with in-person interactions with clients. Continue reading