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LIBOR Honors Fair Housing Month with a Special April Learning Social Event
Widen your perspective on Fair Housing with LIBOR on April 28, as we host Bill Dedman, Investigative Reporter for Newsday, Bryan Greene, VP of Policy Advocacy at the National Association of REALTORS® and Alexia Smokler, Director of Fair Housing Policy and Programs for an in-depth conversation on the state of Fair Housing today. This exciting Learning Social event is free for our members. Don’t miss out, register HERE now. LIBOR will also be live-streaming the event for those who cannot attend in person.
Also, stay tuned throughout the month for all things Fair Housing including weekly Wednesday webinars, valuable information, educational resources, and more!
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Call for Candidates, Deadline Approaching!
Applications for 2024 officer and 2024/2025 director are due April 14, 2023. Don't miss your chance to be a leader at LIBOR and help shape the future of your association. Apply today, HERE! For those who are considering applying, please note that NAR's Fairhaven is now a requirement for ALL LIBOR leaders. The fair housing simulation training uses the power of storytelling to help members identify, prevent, and address discriminatory practices in real estate and can be completed online in under two hours.
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2023 LIBOR International Residential RE Business Survey
This week you will receive an e-mail request to participate in LIBOR’s 2023 International Residential Real Estate Business Survey in collaboration with the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). This important survey gathers information about the size and characteristics of transactions with international clients. The results are used by members, the media, government, and statistical groups. As a sign of our appreciation, participation in this survey qualifies you to win one of ten $50 Visa gift cards. Check your email and be sure to take the survey!
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Get Involved and Help Guide Your Industry
Get involved at the local and national levels by joining a committee! Volunteering for committees provides you with the opportunity to share your ideas and experiences, and network with industry professionals. LIBOR committee applications are available until May 26, 2023. Learn more, HERE. NAR committee applications are also open now until May 15! Learn more HERE.
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LIBOR Members Named Amongst the 50 NAR 30 Under (Juan)
LIBOR is proud to announce that LIBOR members Juan Barreneche and Avigail Shechter have been named amongst REALTOR® Magazine’s 30 Under 30. Congratulations to the Class of 2023! Get to know these bold and bright rising stars who are the future of the real estate profession HERE.
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LIBOR Partners with NAR Mentorship Program to Drive Inclusivity in Real Estate
Become a Mentor or Mentee with LIBOR! LIBOR has once again teamed up with National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) to help our neighbors find a future in Real Estate and provide inspiring mentors to help make that dream a reality. The NAR Spire 2023 Mentorship Program is a groundbreaking initiative created to drive inclusivity in the real estate industry through mentorship and education. Get inspired HERE.
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Grant Opportunity Available through NYSAR’s Housing Opportunities Foundation
NYSAR’s Housing Opportunities Foundation is committed to assisting New Yorkers in achieving the American Dream of becoming homeowners by offering a grant for first-time homebuyers working with REALTORS®. The intention of the grant is to help defray ever-rising closing costs and the down payment expenditure. Learn more at NYSARHousingFoundation.com.
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Nominations are Now Open for YPN's 20 Under 40 Rising Stars in Real Estate Awards
Are you a rising star in real estate? Are you a young professional who stands out from the crowd? Apply for LIBOR's 20 Under 40 Rising Stars in Real Estate Awards today. The application deadline is May 1, 2023. Learn more, and nominate yourself or a fellow REALTOR®, HERE.
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Apply Now for the 2023 REALTOR® Honor Society
NYSAR’s REALTOR® Honor Society recognizes board/association members for their involvement during the previous elective year. The primary purpose of the REALTOR® Honor Society is to encourage Board participation among members and to gain education and knowledge which will allow you to better serve your clients/customers and the real estate industry. The REALTOR® Honor Society Report Form must be completed and submitted to Aruna Seegolam at ASeegolam@LIRealtor.com by June 30, 2023 . View the REALTOR® Honor Society point chart HERE.
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Celebrate Earth Month with Lenovo!
Lenovo’s eco-friendly ThinkPad Z13 & Z16 laptops are made of recycled materials and bring performance and reliability. Use the Trade-In program to get fair market-value credit now through April 30, 2023. Sign up for MyLenovo Rewards and get free EXPEDITED shipping and more! Visit www.lenovo.com/NAR
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Real Estate Analytics Using Stratus & Excel Charts
Tuesday, April 11, 10:00AM - 12:00PM
2 Hrs. CE
Click Here to Register
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What Technology Should You Use When Working with Buyers?
Wednesday, April 12, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
3 Hrs. CE
Click Here to Register
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Take Action Today – “Good cause” Eviction Still Being Considered in State Budget
Legislation to impose “good cause” eviction, which would cap annual rent increases on non-owner-occupied apartments under 4 units to 3% or lower and require automatic lease renewals for tenants, has become a top issue in state budget negotiations. Tell state lawmakers and Gov. Kathy Hochul to oppose “good cause” eviction by Taking Action HERE. This petition is a coalition effort which NYSAR has partnered on called Homeowners for an Affordable New York.
New York's State Budget Is Expected To Be Late
Disagreements over changes to New York's controversial bail law and “good cause” eviction as well as how to expand housing in the state are fueling what is expected to result in a state budget that extends through Saturday's deadline. Budget talks have also centered around a potential income tax rate increase on New Yorkers who earn more than $5 million a year, an increase in the state's minimum wage, and an expansion of charter schools primarily in New York City. Learn more.
State Identifies ‘Disadvantaged Communities’ to Receive Extra Climate Funding
New York has finalized a list of disadvantaged communities that are mandated to receive at least 35% of the total statewide spending on clean and energy efficiency programs as required under New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), which was passed in 2019 to address climate change and achieve net-zero emissions in the state by 2050. The state has yet to establish a funding mechanism to pay for the CLCPA’s ambitious emissions reduction goals, which could cost up to $340 billion according to the state’s Climate Action Council’s report. The state published interactive maps this week highlighting the designated areas. Learn more.
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