Buying a Condo? 8 Things to Ask
Feb 7, 2024 2 min read
Condominiums, townhomes, and properties located within a homeowner association offer certain perks, but it is important to consider them in your decision process.
Tuesday's Special Election: Newsday Endorses Suozzi, House Speaker Rallies With Pilip
Feb 7, 2024 1 min read
With early voting ending Saturday, February 11, Newsday's editorial board  endorsed Democrat Tom Suozzi for his bipartisan record
NYC: Feds Allege NYCHA Corruption as Mayor Faces Lawsuit Over Vouchers
Feb 7, 2024 1 min read
"U.S. Attorney Damian Williams called it a 'classic pay-to-play' scheme."
Suffolk County: Infrastructure Deal Announced, Voter Referendum in November
Feb 7, 2024 1 min read
Supported by labor unions and environmental advocates, Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine and Presiding Officer Kevin McCaffrey announced what they called  "landmark legislation to protect Suffolk’s drinking water." 
State Senate 2024: Anker vs. Palumbo on East End, Chu vs. Stavisky in NE Queens
Feb 7, 2024 1 min read
Significant challenges have emerged for two incumbent State Senators in our area.
Navigating a Challenging Real Estate Market by Prioritizing Trust and Expertise
Feb 7, 2024 2 min read
A message from LIBOR CEO Doreen Spagnuolo, Navigating a Challenging Real Estate Market by Prioritizing Trust and Expertise
  • Through My Lens
NYS Human Rights Law Statute of Limitations Extended to Three Years, Effective February 15, 2024
Feb 6, 2024 1 min read
On November 17, 2023, Governor Hochul signed legislation that extends the statute of limitations for discrimination and retaliation claims under the New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL) from one year to three years.
  • Fair Housing
LIBOR President Kevin Leatherman Inducted into RPAC of NY Hall of Fame
Feb 6, 2024 1 min read
LIBOR President Kevin Leatherman will be inducted into the RPAC of New York Hall of Fame, in recognition of his lifetime support of RPAC exceeding $15,000.
Special Congressional Election: Early Voting Begins Saturday, Feb. 3 in NYC & Nassau
Jan 31, 2024 1 min read
Saturday, February 3rd marks the beginning of early voting and both deadlines to register to vote or apply for an absentee ballot before the Tuesday, February 13th
Pass The SALT: LI House Republicans Push Speaker Johnson on NY Taxes
Jan 31, 2024 1 min read
"New York Republican moderates and House GOP leaders reached an agreement to consider a bill addressing the state and local tax deduction (SALT)
Brookhaven Town: New Supervisor Cutting Red Tape to Boost Development
Jan 31, 2024 1 min read
"Saying it will speed construction of badly needed new housing and other development, Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico (R)
Special Congressional Election: PIX-11 Poll Shows Tight Race, Make Your Plan to Vote
Jan 23, 2024 1 min read
In the race to replace disgraced former Republican Congressman George Santos, former Democratic Congressman Tom Suozzi is ahead in his quest to return to Washington
Increasing ADUs on Long Island and in Queens: Newsday Covers “Funds for Accessory Housing”
Jan 23, 2024 1 min read
Newsday ran a cover story on the expansion of New York's Plus One ADU Program.
Governor Hochul Targets Property Insurers Who Deny Coverage Based on Tenant Income, Vouchers
Jan 23, 2024 1 min read
“Gov. Kathy Hochul is proposing new rules to prohibit insurers from discriminating against low-income tenants
Special Congressional Election: Parties and PACs Spend Millions, Make Sure You’re Ready to Vote
Jan 17, 2024 1 min read
With mail ballot applications and new voter registration due by the start of early in-person voting on February 3rd, Democrats, Republicans, and allied PACs are announcing
State Senate 2024: Nassau Republican Jack Martins Makes Clear “I Am Running” for Re-Election
Jan 17, 2024 1 min read
In a Twitter/X post targeting former Nassau County Legislator and newly declared State Senate candidate Josh Lafazan (D-Syosset)
New York City Council: Speaker Adrienne Adams May Replace Progressive Committee Chairs
Jan 17, 2024 1 min read
At least two progressive City Council members won’t be chairing the committees they led last session — or any committees at all
Governor Hochul: Require "Pro-Housing Community" Status for Suburbs to Get Extra Funds
Jan 10, 2024 1 min read
After the State Legislature refused the Governor's previous local mandate plan, "Hochul said her new proposal is based on incentives
Governor Hochul: "Tired of Waiting" For More NY Homes, Says "Let New York City Build"
Jan 10, 2024 1 min read
Let's be honest with New Yorkers: the only thing that will solve the housing affordability crisis is building hundreds of thousands of homes.