How COVID-19 is Affecting Rent The widespread impacts of the coronavirus pandemic are most notable in big cities, where high-density populations are especially susceptible to becoming hotspots for the virus. One way that the virus has affected Los Angeles is by causing a dip in the price of rent. In May, the average asking rent for L.A. apartments dropped 3.3%…
The Best Hikes in Malibu – Classic Peaks and Secret Gems that Everyone Can Enjoy With the weather warming up and stay at home orders gradually lifting, more people are looking to get out of the house and spend some time in the fresh air. One popular way that people are getting back to enjoying the outdoors is by hiking….
For many of us, the 4th of July feels a little different this year. While Independence Day is normally a time to gather together and celebrate our nation, now people are avoiding large gatherings for their safety. Del Rey Urban has put together a list of ways to bring everyone together for the 4th of July during these times! Even…
What do home buyers really want? The coronavirus pandemic has drastically changed day-to-day living, which has caused most people to rethink what they value and how they want to live. The shift in our collective culture caused by the pandemic means that people are prioritizing different things, and this is especially true for home buyers as they shop the post-pandemic…
Worth anywhere from hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars, your home is likely one of the most expensive things you own. It’s also one of the most lucrative sales you can make. If you take advantage of a seller’s market or make significant renovations to your home, you could make a significant profit by selling it. This profit…
Applying for a mortgage? A lot goes into buying a home, and you want to get the best rate possible on your mortgage. These 5 small steps can make a big difference when it comes to financing your home. They can help you get a lower mortgage rate and possibly a better house. 1. Check Your Credit Report When it…
On Monday, April 6, the Judicial Council of California adopted an emergency order suspending eviction proceedings in the entire state of California during the state of emergency caused by the coronavirus pandemic. According to the emergency rule, almost all California evictions and foreclosures are now put on hold for the foreseeable future. California’s state of emergency was formalized by Governor…
Mortgage Forbearance and the CARES Act The coronavirus pandemic has led to an economic crisis. On March 24, the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis predicted that unemployment in the United States will skyrocket to 32%, a point higher than the unemployment peak of the Great Depression, during which the highest rate of unemployment was 24.9%. Income loss due to…
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), passed on March 27,2020 with the purpose of providing relief and support during the coronavirus pandemic in the United States as well as abroad, is a substantial, is an 880 page bill passed into law by the government to relieve some of the economic strain created by the coronavirus pandemic….
Assistance for both employers and employees alike is present within the CARES Act in an effort to alleviate some of the pressure that businesses and their employees are facing. The CARES Act and the Self-Employed Individuals who are self-employed experience unique trouble with unemployment during the coronavirus pandemic. While the self-employed may also find themselves out of work in light…
