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Does Your Business Have A Disaster Plan?

We’ve experienced so many threats recently, including a pandemic. There is a situation of some magnitude occurring on a regular basis that might disrupt our ability to continue business and life. Do you have a crisis or disaster plan at your brokerage?

Disasters can be impactful in many ways, they can disrupt your business, your personal life and also your clients and real estate transactions.  When working with a buyer in escrow, it is important to have a communication plan in case of a disaster that can impact the home such as flood or fire.  The National Association of REALTORS® has compiled a list of five issues that can help you navigate through a real estate transaction during a disaster.  Find it here https://www.nar.realtor/transaction-guidance-after-natural-disaster