The U.S. House passed legislation Thursday, April 23, providing a fresh round of funding for coronavirus small-business relief programs championed by the National Association of REALTORS® and available to REALTORS® through the CARES Act. The Senate passed the bill on Tuesday, April 21.
The Massachusetts legislature has passed the COVID-19 Housing Bill into law. Find out what it means for homeowners, landords, and renters.
Governor Charlie Baker banned short-term rentals through May 4th when he expanded his 'Stay at Home' order. What does that mean for the business and is the summer season in jeopardy? Watch this Pop Up Zoomed In On Real Estate with CCIAOR CEO Ryan Castle, CCIAOR President Greg Kiely, and MAR Associate Counsel Catherine Taylor.
The Department of Public Health issued guidance for short-term rentals, restricting the rental of properties for 31-days or less to COVID-19 support until May 4.
The self-employed and independent contractors are also included in a dramatic expansion of unemployment insurance that could provide benefits for up to 39 weeks. These workers are not usually covered under traditional state unemployment benefit programs.
CCIAOR and the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® is urgently seeking clarification on whether all real estate practices qualify as essential services and has requested an explicit designation as essential. This will ensure that those who need shelter during this time are able to find it.
