The Paycheck Protection Program has allocated nearly $660 billion for small businesses. Despite glitchy application systems and unresponsive lenders, a number of agents now say they've received funding through the program
More than 2 months into the US pandemic, Inman's second coronavirus survey indicates agents are losing deals. But there are glimmers of hope as well
The pandemic makes it more important than ever for agents to rely on things like social media, though they should strive to be themselves while creating content
Agents in 5 of the country's most glamorous enclaves have been impacted by the pandemic along with everyone else. But they also envision a sharp recovery in the months to come
Rent and mortgage payments are due. Different states have different strategies for people who can't pay during the pandemic. We're updating this post as the situation evolves
Mom-and-pop landlords have been losing market share for decades. The last time there was a downturn, that trend accelerated
The crisis brought the economy to a standstill and turned the future into a question mark. Help Inman understand how you're coping
The new stimulus bill includes $310 billion for the Paycheck Protection Program, which is supposed to help small firms through the pandemic but previously ran out of money
Traffic to listings on Zillow plummeted in the first weeks of the coronavirus pandemic. But it has since rebounded, suggesting more consumers might be ready to buy and sell houses
Isolation mandates are beginning to lift in a handful of Southern states. Agents across the region believe consumers will race back to the market
The pandemic is not over, but a handful of governors in southern states are gradually reopening their economies. Agents mostly agreed that it's time
The money is meant to replenish the Paycheck Protection Program, a potentially important lifeline for real estate professionals. The program previously ran out of money
Robby Browne was known for his lavish New York parties, huge deals, famous friends and long-running charity work
Loan Source has created a new application website for people hoping to get some of the cash lawmakers set aside for small businesses
Real estate businesses collectively won about 3.14% of the total funding lawmakers set aside to save small firms during the pandemic
Inventory is low and the real estate market is healthier than it was during the last recession. That should keep home prices relatively stable, the Coldwell Banker chief said
Renee Funk and Joe Rand said agents and consumers alike are being forced to adopt new tech amid the pandemic. That could make the real estate industry more efficient
Gary Gold and Vija Williams said at Inman's Town Hall that once lockdown orders end consumers may race back to real estate. Agents should act now to take full advantage
The money was a potentially vital lifeline for vast numbers of real estate professionals. Unfortunately, it was also plagued by problems
PressList is designed to generate media coverage for agents' listings. The service also includes a virtual tour agents can use while in-person showings remain off limits
