In order to answer pressing questions about the COVID-19 crisis and specific real estate issues in California, the Greater Downey Association of Realtors invited Los Angeles County Assessor Jeffrey Prang to speak at a Zoom Webinar on May 27th 2020. Beginning with the COVID-19 crisis, it is stressed that the long term effects on theContinue reading “A COVID-19 and Real Estate Perspective by Jeffrey Prang: Los Angeles County Assessor”
Category Archives: Coronavirus
What is the “Retail Apocalypse”?
COVID-19 has struck small businesses and brick and mortar retail stores due to the shrinking amount of business they are receiving. Over 100,000 small businesses have closed their doors due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, around 12,000 retail businesses are expected to close permanently in 2020, an increase from 9,300 inContinue reading “What is the “Retail Apocalypse”?”
COVID-19: A Get Out of Jail Free Card?
The COVID-19 pandemic presents a serious challenge to detainees of the judicial system. This challenge stems from the detainee’s fear of contracting COVID-19 whilst in detention. Across the United States scores of detainees have filed motions and appeals requesting their release from detention due to COVID-19. Should these potentially dangerous detainees be released into societyContinue reading “COVID-19: A Get Out of Jail Free Card?”
A Big Win Coming for REALTOR®s: The California Property Tax Transfers and Exemptions Initiative 2020
The California Property Tax Transfers and Exemptions Initiative has been placed on the 2020 ballot in November. It is touted as being a “win-win” for both REALTOR®s and customers, but are these claims justified and will it pass? The short answer is absolutely. The Property Tax Transfers and Exemptions Initiative(PTTE) 2020 is much the sameContinue reading “A Big Win Coming for REALTOR®s: The California Property Tax Transfers and Exemptions Initiative 2020”
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey Reopening Guidelines
On April 29, 2020, Gov. Doug Ducey extended the statewide stay-at-home order until May 15th and introduced guidelines for a slow reopening for the next two weeks. Listed below are the dates, places opening, along with a brief overview of safety measures for both businesses and customers. Before visiting these places, it is important toContinue reading “Arizona Governor Doug Ducey Reopening Guidelines”
How Covid-19 is Affecting These 10 California Cities
Stay at home orders were issued across the state starting in March. The coronavirus outbreak allowed for deficits to replace reserves. Below are 10 California cities which have been impacted by the virus who are taking helpful actions to prevent their citizens and businesses from being ravaged. As they fight, they are waiting for theContinue reading “How Covid-19 is Affecting These 10 California Cities”
SB 939 and AB 828: Evictions and Foreclosures in California during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak many issues have come up affecting our communities. One particular issue affecting millions of Californians is rent. How will landlords keep asking tenants to pay rent, when millions of workers in California have lost their jobs due to this pandemic? Members of the California Legislature, Scott Weiner and Phil TingContinue reading “SB 939 and AB 828: Evictions and Foreclosures in California during the Covid-19 Pandemic”
Corona Virus Shuts Down Arizona Schools
Arizona governor, Doug Ducey and Superintendent Kathy Hoffman announced Sunday, March 15, a statewide closure of Arizona schools from March 16 through March 27 due to the coronavirus outbreak. There are now 18 confirmed cases across the state of Arizona and over 3,000 nationwide. Ducey and Hoffan want to ensure the safety of all studentsContinue reading “Corona Virus Shuts Down Arizona Schools”
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