“Wear what you feel most confident in that day.”

Some homeowners worry that, after a few months of forbearance, they’ll be required to pay everything they owe upfront, in one lump sum.

Americans are increasingly choosing to quarantine with new pets. NAR’s new report, Animal House: Pets in the Home Buying and Selling Process, examines the trends and the ways pet ownership will influence homebuying decisions moving forward.

Few are dropping prices and many plan to carry on with their home sale. Buyers may be a different story, though.

Lawmakers have approved another stimulus package aimed at replenishing the Paycheck Protection Program.

The latest existing home sales report from the National Association of Realtors shows the impact of COVID-19 on sales numbers but not prices.

First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming predicts a reduction in spring sales activity and a moderation of price appreciation.

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

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

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.

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

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

Small business owners could help keep their businesses running through a combination of Paycheck Protection Program loans and private loans.

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.

Chicago Agent magazine 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.

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