Realtors will limit personal interactions, including open houses, to the greatest extent possible, engage in-person only when necessary, and follow these strict protocols:
- Except for open houses, in-person activities should be by appointment only.
- Every reasonable effort should be made to limit the number of people who will be at the property at any one time.
- All persons present must strictly follow physical distancing guidelines established by the CDC by remaining at least six feet apart at all times.
- All persons present must follow the CDC's recommendation to wear cloth face coverings in public settings, especially when other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain.
Real estate licensees who strictly follow the above protocols are permitted to engage in the following in-person activities related to the purchase and sale of homes:
- Conduct listing presentations, take property photos, and create virtual tours for new listings
- Facilitate the signing of contract documents
- Preview and show listings by appointment only
- Facilitate photography / videography, inspections, appraisals, buyer "walk-throughs," and key delivery
Although remote activity is recommended, if a seller requests an open house, it is not prohibited by law. Open-house activities should follow the in-person guidelines above and CDC guidelines on social distancing and wearing cloth face coverings.