LIBOR Installs 2021 Leadership and Honors Award Recipients
On Thursday, December 2, LIBOR welcomed its 2022 Board of Directors, led by President Kevin Loiacono and YPN Leaders, and celebrated its 2021 Award Recipients. Congratulations to all! Read all about your incoming leadership and the outstanding award recipients HERE.
NAR Real Estate Forecast Summit
On December 15, from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. NAR will hold a virtual Economic and Real Estate Summit that will provide a year-end review of 2021 and outlook on the real estate market and the economy for the year to come. Register today, HERE.
REALTORS® Against Hunger, Helping those in Need this Holiday Season
Help LIBOR fight hunger in our local communities with our partners, Island Harvest and City Harvest. Make your donation through 12/17 to provide a meaningful holiday experience to people who struggle with food insecurity each day. Learn more and donate HERE.
Last Month to Enter LIBOR’s Monthly COE Training Sweepstakes!
To celebrate all those who have completed their NAR Code of Ethics (COE) requirement, LIBOR is conducting monthly prize drawings. Complete your ethics training to be entered into our sweepstakes. Only one month left! Decembers' winner will receive a $150 Amazon Gift Card! Learn more.
LIBOR Recognized as One of the Best Places to Work on Long Island
LIBOR has been named a 2021 Best Place to Work on Long Island by Long Island Business News (LIBN). LIBN's Best Places to Work award program recognizes top employers on Long Island. Honorees were determined based on a questionnaire of benefits offered coupled with an anonymous online survey of employees. LIBOR is honored to be recognized for its dedication to a positive workplace environment! Read all about our industry-leading association HERE.
NYSREEF Scholarship Application Deadline Approaching
Want to earn a national designation? A New York State Real Estate Education Foundation scholarship will pay for half of the tuition! Learn more and apply at NYSREEF.org. Deadline to apply is December 31, 2021. 
TOOLBOX 4 Real Estate Agent Success 
Do you have complex questions about fair housing laws? Do you ever need help in the middle of a transaction and are not sure where to turn for expert advice? 
 
The TOOLBOX 4 Real Estate Agent Success, has ALL of the answers to these questions and so much more. Fueled by industry leader Neil Garfinkel, the TOOLBOX will keep you informed, streamline your workflow and provide all the tools you need to achieve success in the real estate industry. 
 
For a limited time, TOOLBOX is offering a 20% discount only for LIBOR members! Go to www.toolbox4success.com and subscribe to TOOLBOX PRO, using the code LIBOR20. Don’t wait! This discount is only available for the month of December. 
What Technology Should You Use When Working With Sellers?
Thursday, Dec 9, 10:00AM – 1:00PM                     
3 Hrs. CE 
                                                          
Meeting & Exceeding the Consumer’s Expectations
Friday, Dec 10, 9:00AM – 1:30PM                           
4.5 Hrs. CE

The Code of Ethics: Our Promise to Professionalism
(Satisfies DOS -2.5 Hrs. Ethical Business Practice, & National Association Of REALTORS® Code Of Ethics)
Friday, Dec 10, 9:00AM – 12:00PM       
3 Hrs. CE
                                                           
Stratus Demo: Become an MLS Listing Expert
Friday, Dec 10, 1:00PM – 4:00PM                           
3 Hrs.CE

Core Day 
(Satisfies DOS - 3 Hrs. Fair Housing, 1 Hour Legal update, 2.5 Hrs. Ethical Business Practice, 1 Hr. Agency & National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics)
Monday, Dec 13, 9:00AM –5:00PM             
7.5 Hrs. CE
 
Legal Update
(Satisfies Dos - 1 Hour Legal Update)
Tuesday, Dec 14, 9:00AM – 10:00PM                                       
1 Hr. CE
                                                           
Digital Signatures Using Instanet
Tuesday, Dec 14, 2:00PM – 4:00PM                       
2 Hrs. CE
 
The Code of Ethics: Our Promise to Professionalism
(Satisfies Dos -2.5 Hrs. Ethical Business Practice, & National Association Of Realtors® Code Of Ethics)
Wednesday, Dec 15, 9:00AM – 12:00PM
3 Hrs. CE
                                                           
Realtor® Roulette – Don’t Gamble With Your License
(Satisfies DOS - 3 Hrs. Fair Housing & 1 Hr. Agency)
Wednesday, Dec 15, 9:00AM – 5:00PM
7.5 Hrs. CE
Buying and Selling
Homebuying starts with a dream, which can escalate into pure fantasy. Here are some reality checks to some delusions you may harbor when buying a home.
 
The Workplace
Fresh research from LinkedIn reveals tactics for reaching and resonating with young workers.

Housekeeping
Follow this guide to get your house clean before the festivities begin and your guests arrive.
Governor Hochul Declares State of Emergency Through January 15, 2022
On November 26. Gov. Kathy Hochul issued an Executive Order declaring another statewide state of emergency through January 15, 2022 to help enable the state to acquire supplies to fight a potential surge in COVID-19 cases due to the new variant, increase hospital capacity and combat potential staff shortages. A statewide ban on cold calling remains in effect as NYSAR continues to work with state lawmakers toward a legislative solution to this issue. Learn more.
Congressman Tom Suozzi Announces Run for Governor
Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi of Long Island announced this week that he is running for governor of New York. Rep. Suozzi is the fourth Democrat to officially enter the race. Learn more.
Commercial Network
Date: December 21, 2021
Time: 8:00 AM
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