Those Falling Lumber Prices? They’re Going Back Up
High prices last spring stemmed from supply problems as the industry emerged to non-pandemic operations. Now it appears to be a demand problem.
Borders Open Nov. 8 for the Vaccinated – But Rules Vary
Most international visitors must be fully vaccinated, and some approved exceptions must quarantine for seven days after arrival. Children under 18 don’t need a vaccine if with vaccinated adults, but they’ll be tested for COVID once here. The CDC is still posting info to its website.
Why Is Fall a Big Opportunity for Buyers?
Several signs suggest it may be a good time to buy. Competition has cooled, listings receive fewer offers, and about 1/3 of metros have seen an uptick in new listings.
Get More Open House Leads: Consider It ‘a Performance’
Buyers judge agents at open houses. Agents should be sharp and well rested, and come armed with info that makes them sound like the go-to neighborhood expert.
It’s Not Final, but Infrastructure Bill Seems Good for Real Estate
NAR says the deal that appears close to finalization includes many real estate goals it wanted, including $150B for affordable housing and keeping like-kind exchanges.
FEMA Taking Stronger Steps to Deal with Climate Change
Calling it “the crisis of this generation,” FEMA created a single unified agency to ensure all department decisions and actions address the threat of a changing climate.