Category Archives: Coronavirus/COVID-19

Warning Signs of Scams and Unfavorable Loan Terms

Coronavirus/COVID-19, News, Press ReleasesBy Cassie Zimmerman October 29, 2020

The impact of COVID-19 has led to financial struggles for homeowners across the nation. A recent study conducted by OnePoll, in conjunction with the National Association of REALTORS®, discovered that…

Showing Guidance from IR and IREC

Coronavirus/COVID-19, NewsBy Cassie Zimmerman June 11, 2020

On June 3, 2020, Idaho REALTORS® (IR) and the Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC) emailed members joint guidelines clarifying agents’ duties regarding showings as we’ve heard some people have incorrectly…

Fair Housing Concerns due to COVID-19

Coronavirus/COVID-19, NewsBy Cassie Zimmerman June 8, 2020

BRR received the following question from a member, and we reached out to Zoe Ann Olson, Executive Director of the Intermountain Fair Housing Council for clarification: “My client requested no children…

Open House Alternatives During Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Coronavirus/COVID-19, NewsBy boirealtorsteam May 26, 2020

Disclaimer: The guidance shared on this page is just that: guidance based on our most conservative interpretations of local, state, and federal protocols and guidelines. Real estate agents should seek…

Idaho Rebounds Business Protocols and Open Houses

Coronavirus/COVID-19By Cassie Zimmerman May 21, 2020

Disclaimer: Real estate agents should seek additional guidance from their brokers, and brokers should seek advice from their legal counsel about their options and liability under all applicable orders and guidelines. The…

Boise Metro Real Estate and Economic Update with Dr. Lawrence Yun

Events, Coronavirus/COVID-19, NewsBy boirealtorsteam April 21, 2020

UPDATE 5/4/20: A recording of this webinar with Dr. Lawrence Yun, NAR’s Chief Economist, is available here. Dr. Lawrence Yun, NAR’s Chief Economist, will be sharing a localized economic update…

Fair Housing Month is Here. So is Coronavirus.

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Education, NewsBy boirealtorsteam April 9, 2020

April is upon us. This time of year is usually a flurry of spring market activity. It’s also a time when we reflect on the ways people are shut out…

Mortgage Payment Assistance, Financial Support, and Scam Warnings for those Impacted by the Coronavirus

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Consumer, News, Press ReleasesBy boirealtorsteam March 31, 2020

Please note that this is the most up-to-date information we have at the time. Reach out to loan servicers directly for guidance, keeping in mind what forbearance could mean for…

Helping Our 2020 Grantees During the COVID-19 Outbreak

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Consumer, Foundation, NewsBy boirealtorsteam March 24, 2020

The importance of having a shelter in place order to stay safe and healthy has been increasingly important as we follow health officials’ recommendations to “stay home” and limit in-person…