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Rent increases down in Atlanta in April

A new report that rent is still rising, but by much less in most cities, as a result of the COVID-19 crisis.

Hispanic homeownership reached historic highs before COVID-19. What now?

Amongst the current pandemic, the real estate market has been at an all-time low, but how are individual communities affected?

Unprecedented times create extraordinary demands

The coronavirus pandemic is changing how people think about housing, technology and location, three elements that are critical to the real estate industry. Find out what four experts see on the horizon.

Redfin: Housing shortage prompts bidding wars

Good news for sellers: Homes on the market under $1 million are receiving multiple offers in desirable cities.

Purchase applications in Georgia beat out last year’s numbers

Economists with the Mortgage Bankers Association predict mortgage rates will remain low for the next couple of years, though there is at least one scenario under which they could rise more quickly.

Redfin: Over half of big-city dwellers working from home want out

More than half of those working remotely said they would leave the city if they didn’t have to go into an office.

Realtors just say no to open houses

Atlanta area Realtors say they’re standing firm when it comes to open houses that attract dozens of potential buyers.

GAR survey shows small rebound in home search interest

Georgia Association of Realtors members say in a recent survey that buyer interest is slowly returning.

Atlanta’s robust housing market weathers COVID-19 storm — so far

Despite the lag from COVID-19 in April, Atlanta has maintained steady new pending sales leaving the market with hope for a strong rebound.

NAR survey: Buyers want home offices, yards and larger residences

The weekly flash survey by the National Association of Realtors shows that buyers are looking for different features post-COVID-19.

Lifestyle adjustments from COVID-19 will change homebuyer preferences

NAR’s vice president of demographics and behavioral insights says rising preference away from metro areas could be a boon to smaller cities.

Surveys show buyers, sellers and landlords are adjusting to a new normal

Fewer buyers were delaying their home search by the end of April, according to NAR surveys.

Consumer confidence marks largest drop ever, though long-term view still positive

The numbers are starting to pour in, and they’re certainly not pretty, but a hopeful public looks ahead to brighter days.

A glimmer of hope? Atlanta pending home sales see uptick in late April

Is the real estate market turning the corner as the country flattens the curve? A new report sees a possible light at the end of the tunnel.

Guaranteed prosperity through positivity

Victor Ciardelli, CEO of Guaranteed Rate, offers his take on success, the real estate market and the forthcoming economic rebound in a live webinar.

Curbing their enthusiasm? Not so much.

Remote closings are becoming commonplace for law firms like Cook & James.

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