While the coronavirus pandemic is forcing many aspects of life to be put on hold, the real estate market in Texas continues on. Realtors are adjusting to the situation and implementing social distancing practices. Bobcat Update's Pearce O'Neal has the story.
After being declared essential workers, realtors are continuing to work with clients in order to assist with the buying and selling of houses. However, in order to practice safe social distancing, most real estate offices have been closed to the public, which means business must be conducted remotely. Realtor Tyler Hindmarsh says virtual tours are the preferred method, but in-person showings are allowed under certain circumstances and after precautions are taken.
SB-Tyler Hindmarsh, Texas State Real Estate Student
With face-to-face meetings being limited, realtors are forced to make use of different online services. Andrea O'Neal says she is making her own videos from home and using social media to keep in touch with her clients.
SB- Andrea O'Neal, Realtor
Despite the safety concern associated with the coronavirus, realtors say they haven't noticed a huge decline in sales. With historically low interest rates, people are still buying and selling. For Bobcat Update, I'm Pearce O'Neal.
Bobcat Update, a student-produced newscast recapping events at Texas State University, and is available for viewing on YouTube.
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