In-Person Showings Are Not Permitted In New York

Although real estate workers were recently deemed “essential” in New York City, in-person property showings are still not permitted in the state of New York.

According to Matthew Gorton, a spokesman for Empire State Development, “being an ‘essential’ industry does not mean business as usual.”

Agents may enter properties to conduct a virtual showing, but the buyer cannot be physically with them at the time. However, workers are allowed to conduct business within their office.

“Business can only be conducted if social distancing and other public health protocols are followed, and all must be doing everything they can to stop the spread,” Gorton said.

Source — Crain’s New York — https://www.crainsnewyork.com/coronavirus/person-showings-still-limits-real-estate-agents?utm_source=breaking-news&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20200402&utm_content=hero-headline

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