“We just want to get away” is the common phrase and totally applies to the times of our day.In the turistic Smoky Mountains of Tennessee and NC bookings compared to last year have increased by 67%. 17% of guests are state locals while 50% come from nearby states.A common and important trend we are going to see in the new normal for travel is reservations being processed much closer to the planned travel date, the reluctance to book in advance is up in the air as guests fear they might lose their money since there is always the possibility of an uptick in virus cases.This conservative attitude is a logical response to the uncertainty caused by the pandemic which has reduced American’s expenses to levels unseen since the 1980s.New norms are needed during these times, the most important one will be: Flexible cancellation policies and cleanlinessIt is well known that cleanliness will be a key feature for travelers in the new normal.

I believe there is still a lot we don't know about this virus and so there are several potential downside scenarios that could play out.

If I do buy in CA it will probably be in a year after I have some success under my belt in a new job and have a more clear idea of what is going on in the world and with this damn virus. 

Not sure what impact this virus is having, but it is tempting to think there has to be some effect, right? 

Most of my buildings have central boilers which will cause no issues with viruses spreading.

After 2 years of getting our numbers in order to qualify for a HELOC (as self-employed are the red-headed step-children of finance apparently), this virus sent everything into a tizzy!

And this might be due to a rebellious mood of young people there, at the prospects of having to obey restrictions for combatting this virus.

Truth is, Covid-19 wont likely be "over" until next summer given how long it will take to mass distribute a vaccine, and looking back at Spanish flu.

@Marcus I.Keep in mind that in order to take a distribution or loan under the CARES Act you must have been impacted by the virus in one of the enumerated ways & your current account provider must allow you to take a CARES Act distribution or loan.

She has a meetup there once in a while (or at least did before virus related restaurant restrictions.)