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Articles on North Shore Real Estate

The latest information about the association, our brokerage community, and the real estate industry.

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Smoke and CO Inspections Resuming in Some Communities

Communities are beginning to resume Smoke and Carbon Detector Inspections on the North Shore.
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NSAR REALTOR® of the Year is Cynthia Nina-Soto

The prestigious award was announced through a COVID-19 friendly Facebook Video Premiere!
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PPP Loan Forgiveness Application Released

The Small Business Administration, in conjunction with the Department of the Treasury, has released the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application.
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NSAR Watch Party for REALTOR® Legislative Meetings

Join us Tuesday, May 12th, starting at 11am for the NSAR Watch Party streaming the opening conference sessions of the REALTOR® Legislative Meetings.
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Statewide Face Coverings Order Signed

Governor Baker signs order for statewide use of face coverings in public spaces.
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SBA Creates an Exclusive Submission Window for Small Lenders

For a limited time SBA will limit which lenders can submit PPP applications through its electronic loan portal.
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The Use of Remote Notary Now Allowed in Massachusetts

Governor Baker has signed into law the use of remote notary.
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Pandemic Unemployment Assistance is Open for Applications

Massachusetts has launched the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance portal. PUA provides benefits to the self-employed, independent contractors, and gig-workers who traditionally do not qualify for unemployment.
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Moratorium on Foreclosures and Eviction

Governor Charlie Baker has signed into law a housing security bill that will halt evictions and foreclosures during the state of emergency.
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Community Orders Relative to COVID-19

Several North Shore communities have issued orders relative to COVID-19 that may directly or indirectly affect real estate.
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Danvers Restricts Open Houses

The Danvers Board of Health has issued an order regarding open houses.
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REALTORS® Considered Essential

The essential business list has been updated to include residential and commercial real estate, New short term rental guidance has also been issued.
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NSAR Webinar - Conversation about Mortgage Lending & Brokerage Today

March 27, 2019- NSAR held a webinar to provide a forum to receive the latest information on mortgage lending and brokerage today in the time of the COVID19 pandemic.
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State Issues Guidance for the Practice of Real Estate During State of Emergency

A new FAQ released by the Baker Administration gives guidance on client meetings and closings.
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Governor Baker Addresses Smoke and CO Inspections

Governor Baker signs an Executive Order addressing Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Inspections.
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Status of Ipswich and Danvers Sewer Inspections

Both Ipswich and Danvers have local requirements for a Sewer Connection Inspection on the sale of real property.

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NAR Releases Flash Survey on the Impact of the Coronavirus on the Market

NAR has conducted a Flash Survey on how the Coronavirus is affecting buyer and seller behavior around the country.
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MLS PIN Makes Change to Active Listing Status

MLS PIN makes temporary change to Active Listing Status in response to the Coronavirus pandemic and social-distancing measures.
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Fire Departments Suspend Smoke and CO Alarm Inspections

Some North Shore fire departments have suspended Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Inspections. Included is a list of confirmed policies adopted by our local cities and towns.
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Update: Registry of Deeds Closed to Onsite Closings

Updated on 3/18. The Southern and Northern Essex District Registry of Deeds are closed to onsite closings as of Tuesday March 17th. E-filing and walk-in recordings will still be accepted.