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Fear of selling driven by economy, COVID-19 concerns

Fannie Mae’s latest survey finds that, while many more Americans say it’s a bad time to jump into the housing market, they’re more worried about the overall economy than they are about the security of real estate investments overall.

New listings fall as pandemic concerns keep sellers on the sidelines

A new report offering the first full month of data showing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on residential real estate shows that sellers are taking a wait-and-see approach.

Lifestyle adjustments from COVID-19 will change homebuyer preferences

NAR’s vice president of demographics and behavioral insights says rising preference away from metro areas could be a boon to smaller cities.

New report predicts home prices will continue to rise in 2020

CoreLogic’s March Home Price Index report reveals initial effects of the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic while forecasting slight price growth.

Which Chicago neighborhoods will be hit hardest by COVID-19?

Although all Chicagoans are at risk for contracting the novel coronavirus, the economic fallout will likely hit certain communities harder than others. Find out which neighborhoods DePaul University’s Institute for Housing Studies identified as being most at risk.

Luxury sellers are hitting the pause button amid economic concerns

Real estate listings are down across the country, but high-end homes are disappearing particularly quickly.

Surveys show buyers, sellers and landlords are adjusting to a new normal

Fewer buyers were delaying their home search by the end of April, according to NAR surveys.

How real estate agents can ensure safe home inspections during the COVID-19 crisis

One local home inspector weighs in on the difficulties of doing his job during the coronavirus pandemic.

Lightfoot, banks offer lifeline to struggling landlords

The city’s new Chicago Housing Solidarity Pledge offers relief from foreclosure as well as tenant protections.

Big dip in pending sales hasn’t touched prices

NAR projects home sales will decline 14% in 2020, but prices will likely remain steady and may even hit a record high this year.

Co-founders of @properties offer predictions, advice in the face of COVID-19 fears

In their latest market update, Mike Golden and Thad Wong offer projections for the real estate market in both the short and long-term, as well as thoughts on how indecisive buyers and sellers should move forward.

Consumer confidence marks largest drop ever, though long-term view still positive

The numbers are starting to pour in, and they’re certainly not pretty, but a hopeful public looks ahead to brighter days.

A glimmer of hope? Chicago pending home sales see modest uptick

Is the real estate market turning the corner as the country flattens the curve? A new report sees a possible light at the end of the tunnel.

What the ‘stickiness’ of home prices means for your clients

A new report by First American Financial Corporation shows housing “may be better positioned than many believe” for recovery.

Guaranteed prosperity through positivity

Victor Ciardelli, CEO of Guaranteed Rate, offers his take on success, the real estate market and the forthcoming economic rebound in a live webinar.

Time to hit the reset button: Challenging misconceptions about open houses

If you think the only reason agents engage in open houses is to appease sellers, you’re looking at the process all wrong. Smart brokers have figured out how to employ a multiplier effect to this age-old real estate technique to help power their business for the long haul.

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