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Wildfires don’t discriminate, but people do. Fight back with fairness

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As real estate first responders, Dr. Lee Davenport writes, let us be mindful to fight fire with fairness and fair housing in mind. Continue reading →

The time to prepare for a potential disaster is NOW

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No one can predict exactly where the next major disaster may strike, so the time to prepare is now, trainer and author Bernice Ross writes. Continue reading →

The power of perseverance: Rebuilding strength amid crisis

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Harness the power of perseverance to move forward and support our communities as they rebuild from recent natural disasters, coach Darryl Davis writes. Continue reading →

Helene death toll surpasses 100; communities face tough rebuild

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Some of the areas worst hit by the storm were in more remote western North Carolina mountain towns, like Asheville, where more than 40 people died, and where communities were cut off from cell and internet services, as well as water and power. Continue reading →

Jackson Hole agents brace for impact as key road collapses

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A portion of Teton Pass connecting workers who live in Idaho with the tony tourist town of Jackson, Wyoming, collapsed over the weekend. Continue reading →

Insurers ‘dodged a bullet’ as Hurricane Idalia slams rural areas

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Mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac outline relief for victims, including forbearance suspending mortgage payments for up to 12 months. Continue reading →

Real estate heroes come to rescue after suffering losses in Maui fires

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Fires that roared through western Maui last week have destroyed thousands of homes and killed scores of people. The real estate community is trying to help pick up the pieces. Continue reading →

Is now the time to buy a storm-damaged, post-hurricane home?

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In the aftermath of a natural disaster, investors and bargain-hunters may be shopping for a deal. Here’s what to watch out for, according to Naples, Florida agent Sue “Pinky” Benson. Continue reading →

Amid Hurricane Ian disaster, real estate pros begin picking up pieces

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The storm slammed into southwestern Florida with winds as high as 150 miles per hour. President Biden said it may prove to be the deadliest hurricane in the state’s history. Continue reading →

Real estate agents band together for recovery in tornado-stricken states

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Tornadoes ripped through six states between Friday and Saturday morning, wreaking havoc and destruction. Realtors told Inman that they were helping each other amidst the devastation. Continue reading →