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Consumer Guide: Condominium Insurance

Aug 3, 2026, 11:49 AM
Buying a condominium often means navigating two insurance policies: one purchased by the condominium association and one purchased by the unit owner. Understanding how these policies work together can help you avoid coverage gaps and unexpected costs. A licensed insurance agent can help you evaluate your coverage needs, and your condominium association can answer questions about its insurance coverage.
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Using Retirement Savings to Buy a First Home

Jul 28, 2026, 2:18 PM
Under current law, first-time buyers can withdraw up to $10,000 from an IRA without paying the early withdrawal penalty if the funds are used toward a down payment on a home. A proposal in Congress, the Uplifting First-Time Homebuyers Act, would raise that limit to $50,000.
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Condos, Townhomes and Co-Ops Can Be Your Way Into Homeownership

Jul 23, 2026, 2:31 PM
A condo, co-op or townhome could be your path to owning a home without blowing your budget.
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How to Identify and Report Housing Discrimination

Fair housing rights empower you and your neighbors to choose where to live, fostering communities that celebrate diversity and create opportunities for everyone. 

By supporting and protecting fair housing on Long Island, you play a vital role in building stronger, more inclusive neighborhoods where people feel connected, safe, and valued. Fair housing doesn’t just benefit individuals—it strengthens our local economy, attracting businesses and creating opportunities that uplift us all.

Learn more about your rights during a real estate transaction and how fair housing impacts our community at HomeForAllOfUs.org, LIBOR’s dedicated Fair Housing resource website.

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