Meet Your 2022/23 LIBOR Director Candidates
Voting for the election of LIBOR At-Large Directors will take place online during the “Virtual” Annual General Membership meeting of LIBOR scheduled for October 27, 2021. Electronic voting will be open from 9:00am until 3:00pm. All REALTOR® members in good standing are eligible to vote for At-Large Directors. Virtual meeting registration can be accessed HERE and link to voting website HERE. 
 
A total of sixteen (16) At-Large Directors will be elected. Thirteen (13) will be elected to 2-year terms, and three (3) will be elected to 1-year terms. Members will be able to choose up to sixteen (16) At-Large Director candidates when they vote. Meet your Director candidates HERE and be informed before you vote.
LIBOR Assists in Hurricane Ida Disaster Relief for Queens, Nassau and Suffolk Counties
LIBOR in partnership with the REALTORS® Relief Foundation (RRF) and New York Association of REALTORS (NYSAR), is providing an opportunity for housing assistance to New York State residents adversely affected by Hurricane Ida, whose flooding and destruction is still evident in many homes throughout Queens, Nassau and Suffolk counties. For requirements, eligibility information, and to download the application, visit www.lirealtor.com/ida-relief.
Happening This Evening at 6PM! Fair Housing Gala
LIBOR is pleased to sponsor Long Island Housing Services' 52nd Fair Housing Gala. This year the event will be VIRTUAL and FREE to the public. Don't miss your chance to attend
and support an outstanding organization. Learn more and register here.
2022 LIBOR Dues
Your 2022 LIBOR annual dues bill was due on September 30, 2021. 
 
If you have not paid, we encourage you to do so immediately. You may pay online, easily and securely, by visiting www.lirealtor.com/ims-login, and login with your Stratus User ID and Password.
 
If you have any questions, please call LIBOR Membership & Billing Department at 631-661-4800, or email us at imssupport@lirealtor.com.
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. Be a part of the fun! Complete your ethics training to be entered into our sweepstakes. October's winner will receive a $150 Amazon Gift Card! Learn more.
LIBOR Postpones In-Person Gatherings Until January 2022
Out of an abundance of caution, the LIBOR Board of Directors has decided to postpone sponsoring or holding any in-person meetings, events, and receptions until January 2022 pending further evaluation of COVID-19. As it has throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, LIBOR will continue to deliver its meetings, events and classes virtually for the remainder of the year. While LIBOR is eager to resume in-person activities soon, given the New York State Health Department’s recent designation of COVID-19 as a "highly contagious communicable disease," we wanted to ensure the safety of members and staff, and maximize participation in its meetings and events for the remainder of the year.
October - Professional Development
Let Right Tools, Right Now help you excel in business and put your career on an upward path. Act on the current member offer: Amp Up Your Professionalism with the REALTORS® Commitment to Excellence program! Log into C2EX.realtor today and test your skills in the competency of your choice and get rewarded with a FREE download of 4 Secrets to Real Estate Success Webinar. ACT NOW!
Scaling Your Business to the Next
Thursday, Oct. 7, 9:00AM – 3:30PM                             
6 Hrs. CE  
 
Code Of Ethics – That’s Who We R
(Satisfies 2.5 Hrs. Ethical Business Practice &
National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics)
Friday, Oct. 8, 1:00PM – 3:30PM                                
2.5 Hrs. CE

Core Day
(Satisfies 3 Hrs. Fair Housing, 1 Hour Legal update, 2.5 Hrs. Ethical
Business Practice, 1 Hr. Agency & National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics)
Tuesday, Oct. 12, 9:00AM – 5:00PM                                                                
7.5 Hrs. CE
 
All About Leases (Commercial RE)
Wednesday, Oct. 13, 9:00AM – 5:00PM                       
7.5 Hrs. CE
 
Stratus Jump Start for New Agents
Wednesday, Oct. 13, 9:00AM – 12:45PM                       
3.75 Hrs. CE
 
Legal Update
Friday, Oct. 15, 10:00AM – 11:00AM                                                    
1 Hr. CE  

RPR: Using Data to Educate Clients
Friday, Oct. 15, 9:00AM – 12:45PM                              
3.75 Hrs. CE
Business Tips
Small talk is necessary—some might say a necessary evil—for professionals looking to expand their networks. Though you may never learn to love small talk, you can learn to use it more effectively. Start with these five tips.

Technology
Why do people buy Instagram followers? Is it worth it? Find out the risks from this experiment.
 
Home Improvement
It’s officially fall, and time to autumn-up your front porch or stoop. It’s easy to get a fall theme going—no matter the temperature outside.
Governor Declares New State of Emergency; Cold Call Ban Remains in Effect 
On September 27, Gov. Kathy Hochul issued an Executive Order declaring a new statewide disaster emergency due to healthcare staffing shortages in hospitals and health facilities, which will remain in effect until at least October 27, 2021. The existing gun violence state of emergency remains in effect until at least October 8. As a result, licensees are still prohibited from conducting telemarketing and cold calls. Make your voice heard on this issue by taking action here
 
Seasonal Rentals Now Exempt from Certain Provisions of the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act 
Recently there has been a change to the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act (HSTPA), creating an exemption for a “seasonal use dwelling unit” (SUDU). The exemption permits a registered SUDU to collect more than one month’s rent as security deposit and advances on rent. NYSAR advocated for these changes to the rent reform package passed by lawmakers in 2019. The text of the new law can be found here. 
 
Nassau Legislature Approves To Cut $106 Million Fees Including Real Estate
On Friday, the Nassau County Legislature passed on a bill that would cut mortgage recording fees from $350 to $50 and eliminate the $355 association with tax verification maps. The majority passed it 11-8 with Democrats abstaining. To read more, click here. The bill is currently on the County Executive’s desk. LIBOR sent a letter to the County Executive’s office as well as to the members of the Legislature, informing of the associations position.
 
Nassau Approves $375 Payments to County Residents
On Monday, the Nassau County Legislature voted 18-1 to approve County Executive Laura Curran’s plan to use federal aid to send $375 in payment to individual households with incomes of up to $500,000. To learn more, click here.
The Commercial Network
Date: 10/26/2021
Time: 8:00 AM
Special Guest: TBA

Women’s Council of REALTORS®
Date: 11/5/2021
Time: 10:00 AM
Special Guest: Coffee Talk Panel with WCR Strategic Partners
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