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NYC: Mayor Adams Won't Veto Broker Fee Bill, Doubts It Helps Tenants

Dec 4, 2024 1 min read

"Adams said he would not veto the FARE Act because it passed the City Council by an overwhelming 42 to 8 supermajority, well over the number of votes needed to override a mayoral veto

Brookhaven: Town, Developer Unveil $400M Plan for New Homes, Commerce In Mastic Beach

Nov 20, 2024 1 min read

Brookhaven officials and Mastic Beach civic leaders have said they see the project as the former village's best bet to end decades of downtown deterioration and reverse the hamlet's declining economic fortunes

Governor 2026: US Reps. Mike Lawler (R), Ritchie Torres (D) Look Interested

Nov 20, 2024 1 min read

Two reelected members of Congress who have been strongly supported by REALTORS® have both expressed interest in running for New York Governor in 2026

NYSAR: Oppose Mandated Home Fire Sprinklers, Support Consumer Choice

Nov 20, 2024 1 min read

NYSAR is in the process of launching a public campaign opposing a state-proposed mandate that would require homebuyers to install fire sprinklers in all *new* 1-2 family homes – increasing construction costs up to $30,000.

Congress & NYS 2024: REALTOR® Champions Win 11 of 15 Most-Watched Local Races

Nov 13, 2024 1 min read

As the Republicans officially clinch a narrow majority in the US House of Representatives, check out LIBOR's rundown of the bipartisan list of winners from our region's 15 most-watched elections this year

Elections 2024: Maps Show Trump's LI Wins, Big Gains in Queens

Nov 13, 2024 1 min read

Long Island - President-Elect "Donald Trump flipped numerous Democratic strongholds on Long Island on his way to taking a decisive majority of local voters

NYC Council: Veto-Proof Supermajority Passes Broker Fee Overhaul

Nov 13, 2024 2 min read

By a vote of 42-8, a veto-proof supermajority of the New York City Council passed Councilmember Chi Ossé (D-Bed-Stuy)'s Intro. 360 to ban broker fees in their current form

LIBOR’s Podcast “Room to Think” is Now Live!

Nov 12, 2024 1 min read

As the official podcast of Long Island Board of REALTORS®, “Room to Think” dives into the trends, tips, and insights shaping the real estate market.

NYSAR Call for Action: Tell the NYC Council Not to Ban Broker Fees

Nov 6, 2024 1 min read

The New York City Council is reviewing amended legislation (Int. 360, FARE Act) that would prohibit the collection of a broker fee from a tenant by the landlord to pay for the landlord’s agent.

Congress 2024: Gillen Defeats D'Esposito; Other House Incumbents Reelected

Nov 6, 2024 1 min read

Despite Vice President Kamala Harris' historically poor performance across New York State

Albany 2024: Bynoe Makes History; Sillitti Loses; Palumbo, Martins & Pheffer-Amato Win

Nov 6, 2024 2 min read

Local "REALTOR® Champions" for the State Senate were all successful in their campaigns

Volunteers Needed for REALTOR® Holiday Volunteer Days!

Nov 6, 2024 1 min read

In the spirit of giving, LIBOR’s Annual REALTORS® Against Hunger (RAH) campaign is teaming up with Island Harvest, Catholic Charities of Brooklyn and Queens (CCBQ), and God’s Blessing Plan to make a difference this holiday season!

What is the Value of Today’s REALTOR® Association?

Nov 5, 2024 3 min read

As the CEO of Long Island Board of REALTORS®, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of technology and professional development in driving the real estate industry forward.

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LIBOR Honored with Platinum Global Achievement Program Award by National Association of REALTORS®

Nov 1, 2024 3 min read

The Global Business Council of LIBOR has proudly been named a Platinum Global Achievement Program Award honoree by NAR.

Elections 2024: NY Early Voting Thru 11/3, Election Day is 11/5

Oct 29, 2024 1 min read

Early voting is underway across Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk counties and ends Sunday, November 3rd!

NYSAR Alert: 11/13 NYC Council Vote on Amended Broker Fee Ban

Oct 29, 2024 1 min read

"The New York City Council is reviewing amended legislation ( Int. 360, FARE Act) that would prohibit the collection of a broker fee from a tenant by the landlord to pay for the landlord’s agent.

Hicksville: Nassau IDA Grants Tax Breaks to 20-Unit Housing by LIRR

Oct 29, 2024 1 min read

"The three-story project, pitched by developer Premiero Cherry, will have 15 two-bedroom and five one-bedroom apartments.

Five Tips to Building a Thriving YPN

Oct 24, 2024 2 min read

LIBOR’s Associate Communications Manager The Long Island Board of REALTORS® Young Professionals Network has a strong member-centric approach.

The Benefits of Working with a REALTOR®: New NAR Podcasts on Communicating Your Value

Oct 24, 2024 2 min read

As trusted experts in home buying and selling, REALTORS® guide consumers through one of the most significant and complex transactions of their lives.

NYC Lobby Day: LIBOR Borough Members Push Co-Op Transparency at City Hall

Oct 23, 2024 2 min read

LIBOR proudly organized our first local "NYC Lobby Day" on October 23 to ensure that our Queens REALTORS® can advocate directly with local New York City Council members.

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