The light at the end of the tunnel seems to be near for businesses across Pennsylvania! Due to the steady decline in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and the positive test rate percentage, Governor Tom Wolf has announced plans to ease COVID-19 restrictions on bars, restaurants, gyms, theaters, and other businesses, which will go into effect on April 4, 2021. Eased/changed restrictions … [Read more...] about Good News for Local Business as COVID Restrictions Ease
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CHIRP Offers Grants to Assist Local Businesses Affected by COVID
For the last year, local businesses have struggled significantly due to the ongoing effects of COVID-19 and mandated closures, restrictions, and mitigation efforts. However, relief is on the way for Pennsylvania business owners through the Commonwealth’s COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program (CHIRP). The application process opens March 15, 2021. In December 2020, Governor Wolf started a … [Read more...] about CHIRP Offers Grants to Assist Local Businesses Affected by COVID
Ongoing Pandemic and Declining Home Inventory Has Created Ideal Sellers’ Market
The ongoing pandemic has fueled residential real estate sales, resulting in a declining inventory of homes and creating a market that is ideal for sellers and stressful for buyers. Bidding above the asking price and incentivizing with cash offers has become more common this year, especially with record-low interest rates. While buyers are typically aware of the unusual characteristics of the … [Read more...] about Ongoing Pandemic and Declining Home Inventory Has Created Ideal Sellers’ Market
Can Schools Make COVID Vaccination Mandatory for Students or Staff?
As COVID-19 vaccines become available, there are questions about whether schools can make it mandatory for their students or staff to get vaccinated. Both Moderna and Pfizer have created COVID-19 vaccines approved for “emergency use” in the United States. Both vaccines had about 30,000 participants during their trials, and millions of health-care workers will be vaccinated before educators get a … [Read more...] about Can Schools Make COVID Vaccination Mandatory for Students or Staff?
COVID Relief Bill Impacts Residential Landlords
On Sunday, December 27, 2020, President Donald Trump signed a $900 billion COVID relief bill into law. Incorporated into the more than 5,000 page bill are provisions that impact residential landlords. Key provisions to be aware of include the allocation of $25 billion towards emergency rental assistance and an extension of the CDC eviction moratorium, imposed earlier this year, through January … [Read more...] about COVID Relief Bill Impacts Residential Landlords
With a Few Safety Precautions, A New Home or Business Location Can Still Be Yours
COVID-19 has impacted every industry in one way or another. However, it seems the real estate industry has been flipped upside down. Health and safety concerns, protocols and requirements regarding the pandemic have had significant effect within real estate operations. Take showings or viewings for example. All parties involved – the seller, the agent, and the buyer – must come prepared with … [Read more...] about With a Few Safety Precautions, A New Home or Business Location Can Still Be Yours
