COVID-19

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) vs SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)

Utah’s Housing Market Amid Covid-19 Pandemic

How is the current economic quarantine affecting Utah’s real estate market? Join Alicia Holdaway, president of the Salt Lake Board of Realtors®, and other housing experts for a discussion on current housing trends. Just search for “Salt Lake Board of Realtors®” on your podcast app (Apple, Google Play, Spotify, and TuneIn). According to Brad Bjelke, […]

Economic Outlook Webinar

This Thursday, Apr. 9, at 2:00 p.m. (MDT), the Salt Lake Home Builders Association will be hosting a webinar for an economic update and Q&A with Elliot Eisenberg, a recognized national economist, who is optimistic about the 2020 outlook for real estate. Registration is free, but limited, so don’t delay! Information given in this webinar is timely […]

COVID-19 Updates from NAR

It seems that every day, nearly hour-by-hour, there are multiple announcements and initiatives being made in regard to COVID-19. Be sure to monitor the NAR’s website regularly for important updates on topics such as the Federal Stimulus Package, the Paycheck Protection Program, and general guidelines on how to continue doing business safely and responsibly.

Federal Stimulus Package

The Federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act will provide benefits for the self-employed. From what we understand, local financial institutions will administer this program. The NAR put this brief summary out yesterday. Unemployment Benefits for Self-Employed •Self-employed individuals, independent contractors, and other individuals who are unable to work as a direct result of COVID-19 […]

Public Health Order Declares Real Estate an Essential Service

On Sunday Mar. 29, Salt Lake County issued a public health order in response to the state’s “Stay Home, Stay Safe” directive issued last Friday. This order goes into effect Monday, Mar. 30 and will run through Apr. 13. As part of the Order, real estate and related services are considered essential services that may be continued […]

Coronavirus

The Coronavirus has temporarily changed our daily routines. But what if you still have to move? A Realtor® can set up a virtual 3D home tour to keep you safe. In addition, Realtors® can extend contract deadlines if there are unanticipated delays due to the spread of the virus. In the meantime, here are some […]