Some jurisdictions have indicated that COVID-19 likely could be considered a disability/handicap (protected class per fair housing). Note that the REALTOR® code of ethics on FAIR HOUSING goes further than statutory USA law and SC law on fair housing by adding sexual orientation and gender identity in service and employment protected classes. Yesterday, the US… Continue Reading US HUD on FAIR HOUSING Advertising + COVID-19
Housing Affordability in April 2020 At the national level, housing affordability remained promising in April 2020 compared to a year ago and rose compared to March. By: Michael Hyman Powered by WPeMatico
Make the Front Porch More Welcoming This exterior feature is getting more attention amid the pandemic. Get inspiration for colorful, cozy front stoops. By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Design & Architecture Powered by WPeMatico
Younger Boomers: Longest Search for Forever Home Younger boomers searched the longest of any age group for a median of 12 weeks, and viewed a median of 10 homes. By: Matt Christopherson Powered by WPeMatico
The hotline is getting an above-average number of swimming pool and spa inquiries. Perhaps with COVID-19 impacting travel, water activities areas, and people desiring a swimming pool or spa while sheltering at home, more members are contacting the hotline about pools/spas issues. Some potential ideas for listing brokerages and buyer rep brokerages to reduce risks… Continue Reading Pools and Spas During COVID-19
Job Losses Are Continuously Declining New unemployment claims continue to rise more slowly as some people return to work. By: Nadia Evangelou Powered by WPeMatico
Hispanics: Highest Homeownership Gain Since 2012 The Hispanic homeownership rate has surpassed the 2004 Q2 level for each race, while it has declined for White non-Hispanic, Black, and Other Race. By: Scholastica (Gay) Cororaton Powered by WPeMatico
Younger Millennials: Mirroring Their Grandparents Younger millennials, buyers aged 22 to 29 years, made up 13% of all homebuyers in 2019, surpassing the silent generation as a buying group. By: Matt Christopherson Powered by WPeMatico
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bb3wOB_FCtg Posted by: Byron King on 06/10/20 (This information is only accurate as of 06/10/20. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 06/10/20 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email Byron)
During a June 10th webinar, the SC Department of Consumer Affairs Identity Theft Unit staffer described some important identity theft information for REALTORS®, their clients, their customers, their colleagues, their friends, and their family: During COVID-19, you can receive FREE credit reports WEEKLY until April 2021 from the credit agencies (e.g., Equifax, Experian, TransUnion) Ideas… Continue Reading SC Dept Consumer Affair – Identify Theft and COVID-19