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Sep 2, 2025, 00:00 by Christina DeFalco

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NAR's REALTOR® Call for Action: "Tell Congress to Protect Independent Contractor Status"

Aug 13, 2024 1 min read

LIBOR members joined REALTORs® from across America in May to lobby Capitol Hill on several bills, including H.R. 5419

NYC: Queens Borough President Questions "City of Yes;" Rajkumar, Lavine Go for Comptroller

Aug 13, 2024 2 min read

LIBOR staff watched Queens Borough President Donovan Richards (D) support the goals of increasing housing inventory \

Nassau: Abrahams, D'Esposito Could Change Town of Hempstead; Lafazan 2.0 in 2025?

Aug 13, 2024 2 min read

Changes coming to the Town of Hempstead? "Since the start of Hempstead Town’s councilmanic districts in 2000

Suffolk: Romaine Saves Key Railyard Plan from MTA's Post-"Congestion Pricing" Graveyard

Aug 13, 2024 2 min read

The billion-dollar fiscal fallout from Governor Hochul's 11-hour suspension of the MTA "congestion pricing" plan almost claimed another victim this past week.

Proactive Progress: Navigating a Post-NAR Settlement Environment

Aug 13, 2024 3 min read

This summer at LIBOR has called to mind a saying often attributed to hockey great Wayne Gretzky, “Skate to where the puck is going to be, not where it has been.

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Smithtown: Housing Proposed in Downtown Kings Park as Diner Closes

Aug 7, 2024 2 min read

"Developers have filed plans to build a three-story mixed-use apartment complex in Kings Park on the site of a former restaurant — a move Smithtown officials say is key to revitalizing the hamlet.

New York 2024: Harris Surges, LI Up for Grabs as Hochul Sinks

Aug 7, 2024 2 min read

"In the first public polling in New York since President Joe Biden dropped out of the presidential race, new Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris has nearly doubled Biden’s lead over Donald Trump,"

"City of Yes": NYC-NYS Collaboration Expands ADU Pilot Program

Aug 7, 2024 1 min read

"'Mayor Eric Adams on Monday doubled down on a proposal that will make it easier for property owners to build accessory dwelling units, pushing back against backlash from community boards and elected officials in the outer boroughs,'

LIBOR Releases New Forward-Looking Forms to Comply With NAR Settlement

Aug 1, 2024 2 min read

LIBOR announced the release of newly revised forms to comply with certain practice changes required by the recent NAR Sitzer/Burnett class action litigation settlement.

Brookhaven: Supervisor Dan Panico, LI Housing Partnership Launch New Partnership

Jul 31, 2024 1 min read

"The Long Island Housing Partnership will be providing 32 new single-family, affordable homes in North Bellport

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D’Esposito vs. Gillen: NY Dems Bet on Kamala Harris & "Equal Rights Amendment"

Jul 31, 2024 2 min read

The combination of a statewide ballot referendum for an “Equal Rights Amendment” and Democrats’ switch from President Joe Biden to the more energizing Vice President Kamala Harris

NYC 2025: Comptroller Brad Lander Joins Mayoral Race, Cuomo Next?

Jul 31, 2024 1 min read

"City Comptroller Brad Lander announced his bid for mayor on Tuesday, confirming one of the worst-kept secrets in New York political circles and formalizing a serious challenge to New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ reelection prospects.

NYC Council: Sandra Ung Introduces Anti-Squatter Bill to Help Homeowners

Jul 31, 2024 1 min read

“City Council Member Sandra Ung (D-Flushing) has introduced a bipartisan bill protecting homeowners from squatters.

Long Island Board of REALTORS® Beautify Long Island City Parklet

Jul 31, 2024 2 min read

On July 30, 2024, dedicated members of LIBOR joined forces to repaint and plant flowers at the 46th and 5th Street Seat located in the heart of Long Island City.

NAR: Foreign Homebuyer Sales Hit 15-Year Low; Many Factors to Blame

Jul 24, 2024 1 min read

The number of existing U.S. residential properties purchased by international buyers has dropped to a 15-year low, according to a new report from the National Association of Realtors.

NYC Housing Crisis: High Upfront Costs, Record-Low Inventory Blamed

Jul 24, 2024 1 min read

High rents are not a new phenomenon in New York City, but paired with steep upfront costs, many are finding it tough to secure their next home.

NYC Mayor's "City of Yes" Housing Plan Opposed by Most Queens Community Boards

Jul 24, 2024 1 min read

The city’s lowest density community districts — where very little housing has been built despite a citywide crisis — are opposing the mayor’s citywide rezoning proposal..

Long Island Board of REALTORS® Names 2024 20 Rising Stars in Real Estate Award Recipients

Jul 18, 2024 3 min read

LIBOR is proud to announce the recipients of the Young Professionals Network (YPN) 20 Rising Stars in Real Estate Awards.

NYC's "City of Yes": Marathon Public Hearing for Mayor Adams' Housing Push

Jul 16, 2024 1 min read

"Over 200 New Yorkers tuned in remotely or came in person to comment on 'City of Yes: Zoning for Housing Opportunity' plan during a marathon City Planning Commission (CPC) hearing

NYC 2025: Mayor Adams vs. Several Challengers: Comptroller Race Begins

Jul 16, 2024 1 min read

"While most Democrats are preoccupied with the presidential race this November, the New York City mayoral race has begun and is showing signs of being more competitive than many expected.

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