LIBOR offices will be closed Monday, September 1st, in observance of Labor Day. Have a happy and safe holiday!
Effective June 14, 2023, an Amended PCDS Must be Used by All Licensees
Jun 13, 2023 1 min read
The PCDS has been amended to include language disclosing the presence of “indoor mold.”
June is National Homeownership Month
Jun 6, 2023 1 min read
June is National Homeownership Month when we promote the benefits of homeownership and recommit to creating opportunities for future homeowners.
Urge Lawmakers to Remove Cold Call Restrictions on Licensed Real Estate Professionals in State of Emergency
Jun 6, 2023 1 min read
Your action is needed - please urge your state lawmakers to pass legislation S.412/A.6680, which clarifies the ability for licensed real estate professionals to provide telemarketing services during states of emergency
NYSAR Meets with Key Lawmakers as End of Session Nears
Jun 6, 2023 1 min read
This week, NYSAR staff met with key lawmakers as the 2023 legislative session comes to a close on June 9.
Take Action Now to Remove Cold Call Restrictions
May 31, 2023 1 min read
Urge state lawmakers to remove cold call restrictions on licensed real estate professionals during a state of emergency.
Telemarketing Bill Advances in Assembly Committee
May 31, 2023 1 min read
On Tuesday, NYSAR-supported legislation (A.6680/S.412) that would provide for a technical amendment to a current law allowing for legitimate telemarketing business activities
NYSAR Meets with Assembly Housing Chair Linda Rosenthal
May 31, 2023 1 min read
This week, NYSAR met with Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal (Manhattan), Chair of the Assembly Housing Committee, to discuss statewide housing issues, including priority legislation
Governor Hochul Stands Against “Good Cause” Eviction
May 23, 2023 1 min read
REALTORS® took action successfully urging state lawmakers to oppose the inclusion of “good cause” eviction measures in this year’s state budget.
Senate Leader Stewart-Cousins: “Good Cause” Eviction Bill Won’t Pass as Drafted
May 23, 2023 1 min read
State lawmakers have fewer than a dozen days left of scheduled session days this year, however, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins remained vague on details when it came to discussing possible housing legislation.
NAR President Testifies Before Congress on New Mortgage Fees
May 23, 2023 1 min read
NAR 2023 President Kenny Parcell testified Wednesday about the Federal Housing Finance Agency's (FHFA) new loan level pricing adjustments (LLPA) fee increase on borrowers with fair to good credit profiles. 
Cold Calling Still Prohibited in New York
May 23, 2023 1 min read
Real estate licensees may not make any unsolicited phone calls to a member of the public during a State of Emergency.
2023 LIBOR YPN Rising Stars in Real Estate Awards Recipients Announced
May 17, 2023 1 min read
LIBOR is proud to introduce the 2023 Young Professional Network (YPN) 20 Under 40 Rising Stars in Real Estate.
NAR Board of Directors Approves New Fair Housing Requirement
May 17, 2023 1 min read
National Association of REALTORS® new-member applicants must now complete two hours of fair housing training and existing members must complete two hours of fair housing training every three years
State Lawmakers Introduce First-time Homebuyer Savings Account Bill Following NYSAR Lobby Day
May 16, 2023 1 min read
Following NYSAR and REALTOR® Lobby Day advocacy efforts, legislation that would create an NYS first-time homebuyer savings account program
FHFA Rescinds Upfront Fees Based on DTI Ratio
May 16, 2023 1 min read
On May 10, following concerns expressed from NAR and other industry organizations, the FHFA announced that it has rescinded its proposed loan level pricing adjustment (LLPA) upfront fees
NYC Council Bill Would Delay Implementation of NYC Local Law 97
May 16, 2023 1 min read
NYC Council Member Vicky Paladino is urging support for a bipartisan bill in the NYC Council (Int. 913) that would delay the implementation of Local Law 97, which was passed in 2019.
Volunteers Needed for REALTOR® Volunteer Week, June 3 – 11
May 10, 2023 2 min read
As part of NAR's 2023 REALTORS® Are Good Neighbors Volunteer Week, LIBOR is partnering with Island Harvest and City Harvest to fight hunger in our local communities, by hosting three LI REALTOR® Volunteer Opportunities in Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk
Record Attendance at NYSAR’s 2023 Lobby Day
May 9, 2023 1 min read
A record number of REALTORS® attended this year’s NYSAR Lobby Day in Albany on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.
Final State Budget Summary
May 9, 2023 2 min read
Late Wednesday, state lawmakers approved a $229 billion state budget, nearly a month after the April 1 deadline.
Summaries of New Climate-related Laws in NYC
May 9, 2023 1 min read
Following passage of NYC Local Law 154 of 2021, the construction of certain new buildings in NYC will not be allowed to utilize fossil fuel burning systems.

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