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COVID-19 and the housing market: Your weekly update

Boston 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.

Bye for now, iBuyer

iBuyers are going into coronavirus lockdown. Will they emerge the victor when the dust settles, or is the virus exposing their inherent weaknesses?

NAR letter promises more support to Realtors during COVID-19 crisis

The COVID-19 outbreak has the association working overtime to bring relief and timely updates for real estate professionals.

Mayor issues guidance for open houses, apartment showings

Walsh calls on real estate community to take additional precautions to stem the spread of COVID-19.

What will recession relief look like for real estate industry?

The government began taking measures to mitigate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on small businesses this week. Here’s an initial look at how to access funds and support.

How Boston agents are dealing with COVID-19, Insta-style

In this time of social distancing, there’s a fair amount of scrolling through social media happening. But it’s not all doom and gloom. Check out these posts highlighting acts of goodwill, charity and positivity from the local real estate community. 

COVID-19 and the housing market: What the experts say

Meyers Research Chief Economist Ali Wolf and other industry experts offer guidance and predictions in these unprecedented times.

World economy enters recession, but economists predict strong rebound

The pandemic is pushing the global economy and homebuying into a tailspin, but history shows event-driven recessions typically don’t last.

How well is Massachusetts doing in the fight against COVID-19?

A new study examines coronavirus prevention measures, preparedness and risk factors, state by state.

Team Shant Banosian launches food bank fundraiser

School closures could leave students without a meal, which is why one Guaranteed Rate team is working to provide healthy lunches.

Mayor, real estate associations call for eviction moratorium

A number of real estate associations, financial institutions and officials are supporting a self-imposed moratorium on evictions during the financial upheaval caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

Federal Reserve cuts interest rates again

The Federal Reserve has announced an emergency interest-rate cut of 1 percentage point, bringing the Fed’s target rate nearly to zero.

Coronavirus cancellations by Realtor associations

Realtor associations are postponing events in response to the coronavirus outbreak.

Low interest rates invigorate Massachusetts single-family home and condominium buyers

MAR February Pending Sales Report shows continued growth year over year in the single-family home and condominium housing markets.

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