Applying for a Leadership Role at LIBOR?

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. Any member applying for a 2024 officer, director, committee, or division position, must complete NAR’s Fairhaven before submitting an application. 

Deadline to apply for 2024 officer or 2024/2025 director role is April 14, 2023. Help shape the future of your association, apply to be a leader HERE. 

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. Details to follow!

LIBOR Members Amongst the 50 NAR 30 Under 30 Finalists

LIBOR is proud to announce that LIBOR members Avigail Shechter and Juan Barreneche have been selected as finalists for REALTOR® Magazine’s 30 Under 30, which recognizes young rising stars in the real estate industry! Learn all about Avigail and Juan and cast your vote HERE until March 31. 

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.

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.

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.

Certification for REALTOR® Emeritus Status - Deadline Approaching

The application period to complete the certification forms for REALTOR® Emeritus status ends April 2, 2023 for approval in May 2023. Applications must be submitted by the local association on behalf of the member requesting Emeritus status, which recognizes REALTOR® members who have a cumulative period of forty years of membership and have completed at least one year of service at the national association level. Certified REALTOR® Emeritus members do not pay dues to the National Association and are exempt from the Code of Ethics Training requirement. For more information please contact Aruna Seegolam at ASeegolam@LIRealtor.com.  

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.

2023 REALTOR® Awards Nominations are Now Open

LIBOR is now accepting nominations for the 2023 LIBOR Awards program. LIBOR is proud to celebrate members who are experts in their fields, advocates in their communities, leaders amongst their peers, and champions of the advancement of the real estate profession. For more information, award criteria, and how to nominate, visit www.lirealtor.com/news/awards.

Limited Time SUV Offer from Budget!

The Budget SUV Sale is back by popular demand! Members, save now when you rent any Intermediate, Standard, or Standard Elite SUV. Rent an SUV for as low as $59/day. Terms Apply. Learn more, HERE.

Stratus Demo: Become an MLS Listing Expert

In Person - West Babylon RSC

Thursday, March 30, 10:00AM - 1:00PM

3 Hrs. CE

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Get Started with RPR for New Users

Thursday, March 30, 9:00AM - 1:00PM

4 Hrs. CE

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Legal Update

Monday, April 3, 10:00AM - 11:00AM

1 Hr. CE

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Stratus Jump Start For New Agents

Monday, April 3, 1:00PM - 4:45PM

3.75 Hrs. CE

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Real Estate Consulting

Tuesday, April 4, 9:00AM - 5:00PM

7.5 Hrs. CE

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Take Action Today – Statewide Rent Control Being Considered in State Budget

Legislation to impose “good cause” eviction, which would cap annual rent increases on all market-rate apartments to 3% or lower and require automatic lease renewals for tenants, has become a top issue in state budget negotiations. This week, the NY Post spotlighted the pitfalls of “good cause” eviction, warning that the proposal would drive small landlords out of business and “put the entire state on a path to the permanent housing crisis that rent control has produced for the city (of New York), utterly crushing new residential construction.” The State Budget deadline is April 1. Read more HERE and tell state lawmakers and Governor Hochul to oppose “good cause” eviction by Taking Action HERE.

Queens REALTOR® Melissa Gomez Provides Perspective on “Good Cause” Eviction Proposal

Melissa Gomez, a REALTOR® with the Long Island Board of REALTORS®, recently provided her perspective as a small property owner while discussing the harmful impacts “good cause” eviction would have if passed into law. Speaking with the Queens Chronicle, Gomez said she is concerned about the prospect of having an “eternal tenant,” while pointing out that the proposal also does not take into consideration the increased taxes property owners must pay. Learn more.

Electrification Proposals Turn Focus on New Construction

Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers appear to be aligned on new measures to phase out fossil fuel combustion equipment – furnaces, water heaters, dryers and stoves – in new homes, as their respective budget proposals included measures to require newly constructed buildings to be all-electric by as early as January 2025, with exact timetables varying. The Senate and Assembly, however, did not include the governor’s budget proposal to require existing homes and businesses to retrofit with all-electric appliances and heating/cooling equipment. NYSAR has expressed its opposition to the proposals citing concerns with grid reliability and costs to homeowners and businesses. To read NYSAR’s state budget summary, click HERE.

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