Right about now the property market should be heating up nicely with the arrival of the auctioneer’s favourite season. Overnight auctioneers’ reality has become, well, virtual. The Irish Examiner spoke to a number of auctioneers in Cork city and county, and while they remain upbeat, all have abandoned open viewings. This is impossible in the current circumstances, so instead of the walk-through, we now have virtual tours. Ms Stokes says the first-time buyers market remains strong and some buyers want to progress the purchase if they have mortgage approval.

Source: Irish Examiner March 27, 2020 14:48 UTC