Like the rest of America Illinois is reeling from the effects of COVID-19. As of April 1, there have been a total 6,980 confirmed cases and 141 deaths in Illinois, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health. It is my prayer and hope that we are able to find safety and peace with our families during this increasingly difficult time. As the situation continues to evolve, I wanted to provide an update on my business availability.
On April 1, Governor J.B. Pritzker extended an Executive Order requiring all Illinois residents to stay at home, effective thru April 30. This “Stay at Home” order provides that among the essential businesses and operations permitted are professional services, which includes real estate services. A summary of essential businesses and operations could be found here.
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) recently added language pertaining to real estate activity:
- Open houses are not permitted.
- Showings of occupied rental units are not permitted.
- Showings of vacant or owner-occupied units are permitted, but limited to no more than 4 people.
For parties with urgent real estate needs, Albert Realty Advisors is ready, willing and able to assist with your project. We provide (a) commercial sales and leasing transaction services for buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants, and (b) residential transaction services for buyers and sellers.
Make no mistake, real estate transaction volumes will drop temporarily due to the pandemic, as indicated by research. Our priority is to work with clients to develop and implement sound real estate strategies in light of current constraints in the marketplace. We are also utilizing virtual technology as much as possible to showcase listings and generate optimal market response. Click here for a sample of our 3D Virtual Tours.
For parties unwilling or unable to enter today’s real estate market, we recommend taking this time to re-evaluate your plans with the help of a qualified real estate professional. Albert Realty Advisors is monitoring real time changes in Chicago’s economy and real estate markets, and is well positioned to provide strategic advice. Contact me for a free consultation to learn how current market trends affect your upcoming decisions.
Damian Albert
Principal & Managing Broker
Albert Realty Advisors
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www.albertrealtyadvisors.com