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Chicago’s COVID-19 loan program now open to applicants

Learn how the city intends to distribute $100 million in low-interest loans to small businesses affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.

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.

How title companies are hedging bets and keeping closings on track

The process of closing a real estate deal when vital city services are curtailed or temporarily unavailable is complicated. One local title attorney shares what’s changed and what the industry is doing to keep everything moving as smoothly as possible.

B&W pledges $150,000 to COVID-19 fund

In a letter to industry colleagues, CEO Steven Baird acknowledged that these are tough times, but also that he has “never been more confident in our industry’s collective resilience.”

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.

Chicago’s bike infrastructure is growing. Learn how to incorporate it into your business

Chicago brokers are incorporating biking into their business, not only because it’s a carbon-neutral way to travel, but also because it’s complementary and beneficial to their work.

Rolling in retro greenery

This retro two-story San Diego time capsule — on the market for $375,000 — also features spacious bedrooms with mirrored wardrobes and an elegant fireplace in the living room.

Views though time

This historic penthouse offers stunning views of the Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge and East River right through the face of a huge clock featured prominently on the building’s facade.

Property management in the age of COVID-19

Learn how Peak Properties CEO Mike Zucker is handling rent payments, getting associates what they need to carry on and maintaining safe living environments for the 15,000 residents his company houses.

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.

Legal issues at the intersection of real estate and COVID-19

It’s not just health and safety that real estate professionals need to keep in mind when it comes to practicing business during the coronavirus pandemic.

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

Chicago 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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