The spread of the novel coronavirus and COVID-19 has rocked everyone back on their heels. For many small business owners, but especially those of us who work as Realtors, it’s done more than that; it has knocked them clear to the ground. With most real estate offices across the country closed and agents told to work from home, many Realtors are scrambling to cope with a new work environment as well as figure out just what they should do with themselves.

Mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac unveiled a payment deferral option for homeowners struggling to make their mortgage payments – and deferral can be for any reason, not just troubles related to COVID-19.

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a historic $2.2 trillion COVID-19 rescue package Friday, sending it to President Trump for his signature.

The COVID-19 health crisis is a challenge, unlike anything we've seen in our lifetime. NAR is taking steps to support you now.

The National Association of Realtors® are offering their members an opportunity to earn their e-PRO® certification for free.

In an effort to assist our members, we have been in constant contact with our local elected officials to ensure that real estate can continue to be transacted in St. Lucie and Martin Counties.

Broward County enacted a new more restrictive Emergency Order (Emergency Order 20-03) that went into effect on March 27th. Although the emergency order creates new restrictions for residences & businesses, there is now clarification on how the Order specifically applies to real estate.

Palm Beach County announced the implementation of Emergency Order # 2 to minimize the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. In short, this Emergency Order requires all non-critical businesses to shut down in Palm Beach County.

Recently, Boca Raton announced the implementation of Emergency Order Stay Home, Stay Safe to minimize the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The U.S. Senate passed a $2 trillion COVID-19 economic relief package Wednesday night with overwhelming bipartisan support.

In deciding how to address new issues that may come up in your day-to-day business, we urge you to find answers that will ensure first-class services to your clients, while also demonstrating care for the health and well-being of clients, agents, and the greater public welfare in reducing the risk of exposure to and spread of COVID-19.

NAR’s goal is to keep members informed about the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, its impact on the real estate industry, and to provide guidance on the many difficult decisions members are tackling on a daily basis.

NAR will continue fighting for relief for small businesses, employers and the self-employed workforce, which are the backbone of our economy.

In an effort to further minimize COVID-19’s spread, beginning Monday, March 23, 2020, our office including our five Service Centers located throughout Palm Beach County, will be closed to public walk-in traffic.

Here's what you need to know about this new form, available for use in the event COVID-19 impacts the transaction.

The deadline to file federal taxes has been moved to July 15 to allow more time for taxpayers during the coronavirus pandemic, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced Friday.

The Florida Surgeon General has informed Florida Realtors of anecdotal reports of open houses with more than 10 attendees. It is essential that any open house adhere to CDC recommendations for safe social distancing.