Member News

Celebrate Fair Housing Month with Free CE!
Apr 12, 2022 1 min read
Fair Housing, Implicit Bias & Inclusion Presented by LIBOR in co-sponsorship with NYSAR Featuring National Trainer Matt Difanis April 29th from 10am - 1pm $0 Members/$30 Non Members Fair Housing is more than the law, it is the right thing to do.
Deadline Approaching to Apply for a 2023 LIBOR Committee
Apr 7, 2022 1 min read
 Whether you are just starting a real estate career or are a seasoned real estate veteran, getting involved can be an important part of your success.
Seeking 20 Under 40 Rising Stars in Real Estate Award Nominations
Mar 29, 2022 2 min read
Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR) Young Professional Network (YPN) is pleased to announce the 11th Annual 20 Under 40 Rising Stars in Real Estate Awards. 
LIBOR Needs More Mentors!
Mar 28, 2022 1 min read
Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR) has teamed up with National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) to help our neighbors find a future in Real Estate and provide inspiring mentors to help make that dream a reality.
Call for Candidates!
Mar 1, 2022 1 min read
About: LIBOR is pleased to announce its applications for 2023 Officer and 2023/2024 Director At-large are now live! Apply to be a leader at LIBOR and help shape the future of your association!
2022 Fair Housing Course Available for Appraisers
Feb 9, 2022 1 min read
Columbia Society of Real Estate Appraisers is offering a 7-hour Fair Housing course for appraisers on March 14 and 16, 2022. This 7-hour course will satisfy the requirements for ALL real estate appraisers renewing their licenses on or after 1/1/2022.
Housing on Long Island Just Became More Inclusive
Jan 19, 2022 2 min read
Committed to the mission of Fair Housing for ALL, in 2020 and 2021, Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR) worked with both the Nassau and Suffolk County legislatures, respectively, to create a bill that allows homeowners to remove covenants from
Governor Hochul Signed Legislation Permanently Authorizing Electronic Notarization
Dec 23, 2021 1 min read
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation permanently authorizing electronic notarization. This will play an important role in modernizing real estate closing transactions in New York State. To view the bill and memo, please CLICK HERE.
NYS COVID-19 Protocol and Mask Mandate Update
Dec 15, 2021 2 min read
Effective December 13, 2021, Governor Kathy Hochul announced masks must be worn in all indoor public places in New York unless businesses or venues implement a vaccine requirement.
Don’t Lose Your Benefits! Fulfill your Code of Ethics Requirement by Dec. 31
Dec 15, 2021 1 min read
As required for REALTOR® membership, all members of Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR) and National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) must complete at least 2.5 hours of Code of Ethics training that meets specific learning objective
LIBOR Installs 2022 Leadership and Honors Award Recipients
Dec 3, 2021 3 min read
Long Island Board of REALTORS® Inc. (LIBOR) is pleased to announce that leadership has been named for 2022. 
REALTOR® Safety Alert: Beware of Suspicious Lead
Nov 30, 2021 1 min read
Please be aware that a lead recently came from a 3rd party site from a male asking to see a vacant property. The male said he preferred seeing the property with a female agent. The lead would not give his name, abruptly changed his story and said he
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LIBOR Installation and Awards Virtual Event 12/2
Nov 18, 2021 1 min read
Join Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR) for our Annual Installation and Awards Virtual Event on Thursday, December 2, 2021at 6:00 PM.
REALTORS® Against Hunger, Helping those in Need this Holiday Season
Nov 5, 2021 2 min read
Long Island Board of REALTORS® Inc. (LIBOR) is proud to announce the launch of the 14th Annual REALTORS® Against Hunger (RAH) Campaign, to fight hunger in our local communities.  
New LIBOR Board Members Announced
Oct 27, 2021 2 min read
Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR) is pleased to announce the newly elected 2022/23 At-Large Board of Directors. Voting took place online on October 27, 2021 and election results were announced at LIBOR’s Virtual General Membership Meet
LIBOR Assists in Hurricane Ida Disaster Relief
Oct 25, 2021 2 min read
Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR) in partnership with the REALTORS® Relief Foundation (RRF) and New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR), is providing an opportunity for housing assistance to New York State residents adversely
REALTOR® Safety Alert: Beware of Fraudster Posing as Licensee
Oct 23, 2021 1 min read
It has been brought to our attention that a fraudster may be posing as a licensee based in New Jersey attempting to schedule showings. The fraudster telephones the listing office and requests assistance with scheduling the appointment through the ele
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REALTOR® Safety Alert: Beware of Two Imposters Identifying as Real Estate Licensees
Oct 12, 2021 1 min read
LIBOR has been advised of an incident in Central Islip where a man, accompanied by another person, falsely identified themselves as Real Estate Licensees to gain entry into a private home listed for sale.  Please be reminded to check the identif
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Call for Extraordinary Housing Story Submissions!
Oct 7, 2021 1 min read
Have you or a colleague gone far above and beyond to help someone into housing/on the path to homeownership?
Meet Your 2022/23 LIBOR Director Candidates
Oct 4, 2021 1 min read
Voting for the election of Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR) At-Large Directors will take place online during the “Virtual” Annual General Membership meeting of LIBOR scheduled for October 27, 2021.