CREB® is actively monitoring news and updates on novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
Up-to-date information from Alberta Health Services on novel coronavirus is updated frequently and available here.
Reduce your risk
As you may have heard, the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared COVID-19 a pandemic.
According to AHS and WHO, COVID-19 is believed to be spread mainly by coughing, sneezing, direct contact with someone who is sick with COVID-19 or with surfaces they have recently touched. This is true for a number of illnesses like head colds or the flu.
We can all minimize our risk for any of these illnesses by:
- Frequently washing our hands;
- Covering coughs and sneezes;
- Avoiding touching our eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands; and
- Staying at home and away from others if we are feeling ill.
If you have any questions or concerns about your health, we encourage you to contact your primary health care provider or Health Link 811.
Information for REALTORS®
Under these current circumstances, we caution that it is not business as usual. REALTORS® have never been obligated to put themselves or their clients at risk and we encourage you to be thoughtful in how you approach each situation to ensure both you and your client are safe and remain healthy.
AREA has compiled documentation to aid Alberta's REALTORS® in navigating the virus's effects on their day-to-day business. Visit the AREA website to learn more.
CREA has published a CREA Café blog post with helpful tips when interacting with clients. Visit the CREA website to learn more.
RECA has provided an update on the COVID-19 situation and information for REALTORS®. Visit the RECA website to learn more.
For more information on how COVID-19 is potentially impacting the real estate industry, please see NAR’s publication which provides additional information regarding this situation. Please note that this information is specific to NAR’s US membership and should be used as a general guide in conducting your business under current conditions.
We will continue to monitor the situation and update you as more information becomes available.
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