Mile 62 by MoxiWorks Issue 34: April 2020 - The Solidarity Issue | Page 4
We’re in this together.
A lot has changed in the last four weeks. Our families, our neighbors, our country, our entire planet have been brought together by a historic event. The pandemic-fueled chaos has been both novel and frightening, a test for which we all felt unprepared. In our industry, we’ve seen layoffs, furloughs, and market stagnation. Sellers are pulling listings, buyers can’t tour homes, negotiated contracts are in limbo when businesses can’t complete repairs or financing becomes muddled. But remember, a lot has stayed the same. Agents are making home tours more accessible by providing virtual walkthroughs and videos. Lenders are adopting esignature and e-Notary practices to keep financing on track. Brokerages are providing training, resources, and service digitally when agents aren’t permitted in brick-and-mortar offices. This is because relationships don’t dry up — and relationships are the cornerstone of real estate. We adapt our communication, our tasks, our processes — because the end result stays the same. We serve our neighbors. The squad over here at MoxiWorks dubbed this issue the Solidarity Issue because we’re at a point in history where teamwork, collaboration, and grit are at their most needed. We want our partners, friends, customers, competitors, and employees to find serenity and strength. Our mission is to be supportive, be productive, and to be optimistic in the face of disruption. We’re in this together.