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Selling during coronavirus is next-level complicated \u2014 you need to find a real estate agent well equipped for the challenge.<\/p>\n

Yes, real estate agents are still selling homes even in the markets most affected by COVID-19<\/a>. In HomeLight\u2019s May 13 Flash Poll, 44% of agents<\/a> described their business as steady or growing. However, evolving government regulations, shifting market conditions, and looming contagion are putting even the most skilled agents to the test.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe really had to pivot as an industry and as individual real estate agents to adapt,\u201d shares Kris Shook<\/a>, a top real estate agent in Tacoma, WA, who sells 77% more single-family homes than the average agent. \u201cHow are we going to showcase a house in probably one of the toughest environments that we have ever had? How do we sell a house that nobody has a chance to walk through? That’s very challenging.\u201d<\/p>\n

Now more than ever, you need to hire a real estate agent who is experienced, adaptable, and steadfast to secure your best sale.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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