Greater Capital Area Association of Realtors®
Greater Capital Area Association of Realtors®
April 7, 2020
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser has added two FAQs to her stay-at-home order, which was issued last week. These FAQs provide clarification on real estate-related activities.
Q: My company provides real estate home inspection services and mold testing services; may we continue to operate?
A: Yes, as you are supporting essential businesses and residences. When you operate, you should have the minimum number of people onsite and practice social distancing.
Q: If I own an appraisal company that supports home sales, can I continue to operate?
A: The appraisal industry for home sales may continue to operate as financial and professional services supporting the operation of residences and essential businesses. All activities should be conducted in a way to minimize risk, and offices should move to telework or have the minimal number of persons present to handle an appraisal.
Read the full FAQ (scroll toward the bottom of the page).
According to the guidance issued by Maryland REALTORS® last week in response to Gov. Larry Hogan’s Stay-at-Home Order, “real estate licensees will limit personal interactions to the greatest extent possible and will engage in-person only when necessary,” and will follow strict protocols. Read the full guidance from Maryland REALTORS®.
This new option to enter a Virtual Open House in Listing Management is now available through Search and on reports. Find out more.
The National Association of REALTORS®’ live, one-hour forum will provide up-to-date information on the federal government’s response to COVID-19, and details on what NAR is doing to support REALTORS® during this time. Tell them you’ll be there tomorrow at 1 p.m.!
This information is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as formal legal guidance by GCAAR members, including affiliate or secondary members, nor communicated as formal legal guidance to any members of the public.
As the COVID-19 situation continues to develop, GCAAR members, including affiliate and secondary members, and their clients are advised to verify all information with federal, state and local authorities, their brokers and/or their corporate counsel before making any decisions related to the contents of this email or their business practices.
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