Call for Candidates, Deadline approaching!
Applications for 2023 Officer and 2023/2024 Director At-large are due April 15! Don't miss your chance to be a leader at LIBOR and help shape the future of your association. Apply today, HERE!
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April Marks Fair Housing Month
In honor of Fair Housing Month, LIBOR is offering three Fair Housing seminars with National Trainer Matt Difanis! Free for our members and approved for 3 hours of NYS CE, (also satisfies mandatory DOS 3-hour Fair Housing requirement). Register HERE. Also, stay tuned throughout the month for all things Fair Housing including valuable information, educational resources and more!
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2022 LIBOR International Residential RE Business Survey
Beginning tomorrow, you will receive an e-mail request to participate in LIBOR’s 2022 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, and government and statistical groups. As a sign of our appreciation, participation in this survey qualifies you to win one of two $50 Amazon gift cards. Stay tuned for more!
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LIBOR to Drive Inclusivity in Real Estate with Newly-Created Mentorship Program
Become a Mentor or Mentee with LIBOR! LIBOR has teamed up with 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 2022 Mentorship Program is a groundbreaking new initiative created to drive inclusivity in the real estate industry through mentorship and education. Get inspired HERE.
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NAR 2022 Remodeling Impact Report is Now Available
U.S. households saw homeowners and families embark on a wide variety of renovations and remodeling projects over the past year. That is according to new findings in the 2022 Remodeling Impact Report, a joint study from the National Association of REALTORS® and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. View the full report HERE.
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NYS Division of Human Rights Offers New Online Complaint Form
The New York State Division of Human Rights is offering a new mobile-friendly online complaint form. The new form streamlines the completion process and allows for more comprehensive information. You can access the new form on the DHR website HERE, or via direct link here. Additionally, DHR has launched a campaign to increase transparency. More information can be found HERE.
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Seeking YPN's 20 Under 40 Rising Stars in Real Estate Award Nominations
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, 2022. Learn more, and nominate yourself or a fellow REALTOR®, HERE.
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LIBOR Calls on REALTORS® Who Give Back for the 2022 REALTOR® Spirit Award
LIBOR is now accepting nominations for the 2022 REALTOR® Spirit Award, which recognizes REALTORS® who’ve made an extraordinary impact through volunteer community service. One winner will each receive a $5,000 grant for their community cause. Apply now or share with a REALTOR® that gives back to their community, HERE.
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April – Fair Housing
Right Tools, Right Now is offering the must-have tools you need to make sure you are adhering to Fair Housing regulations and acting as a strong advocate for access to housing for all. Take advantage of special deals throughout April. Act on the current member offer: Commemorate Fair Housing Month and complete NAR’s Fairhaven training to earn your FREE How to Build Wealth From Your Existing Database webinar. ACT NOW!
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REALTOR® Tech Class
Day 1 Wednesday, Apr 6, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Day 2 Tuesday, Apr 12, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
15 Hrs. CE
Intro to Holding Properties For Cash Flow & Equity Growth
Friday, Apr 8, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
3 Hrs. CE
Stratus Demo: Become An MLS Listing Export
Monday, Apr 11, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
3 Hrs. CE
Capture & Serve The 50+ Market
Wednesday, Apr 13, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
7.5 Hrs. CE
RPR: Using Data to Educate Clients
Wednesday, Ape 13, 1:00PM - 4:45PM
3.75 Hrs. CE
Working With Municipalities: Navigating The Assessor's Office / Building Like A Pro!
Monday, Apr 18, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
3 Hrs. CE
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Suffolk County Mortgage Recording Fees
Suffolk County Legislator Manuel Esteban, Esq. (R-Commack) announced legislation to clean up the language and confusion caused by a Local Law adopted in 2019 by the Legislature. Legislator Esteban’s bill will permanently hold the reduction of the recording or filing fees to two hundred dollars ($200) in the Suffolk County Clerk’s Office. The original bill that was approved allowed these fees to convert back to the latter amount of three hundred dollars ($300) after 3 years. LIBOR’s Government Affairs team submitted a letter of Support to members of the Legislature, County Executive and Clerk of the Legislature commending Legislator Esteban’s efforts. On 3/29, a statement of support of the bill was read in a public hearing at the Suffolk Legislature. The bill is expected to pass during the second week of April. Click HERE to see the letter that was submitted to Suffolk’s County Executive, Steve Bellone.
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Registration Open for NYSAR Lobby Day
NYSAR’s in-person Lobby Day is scheduled for Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at the Empire State Plaza, Meeting room 6 in Albany. RPAC of New York will also be hosting a “Night at the Museum and Dinner" at the Renaissance Hotel, scheduled for Monday, May 9 at 4 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. To register for Lobby Day and the RPAC fundraiser, click HERE.
For complete details on NYSAR’s Lobby Day including hotel room blocks, click HERE.
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Proposed Gas Ban in New Construction Remains Uncertain in Budget Negotiations
Politico reports that a decision on whether to make New York the first state to ban fossil fuels in new construction remains uncertain as budget negotiations continue. Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed a measure to require all new construction to be zero emissions no later than 2027 in her budget. Senate Democrats backed a more aggressive 2024 timeline in their proposal while the Assembly left it out as a policy item. NYSAR opposes the requirement to ban fossil fuels in new construction without a comprehensive analysis of the costs associated with such mandate. NYSAR is closely monitoring this proposal.
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State Budget Will Be Late
State lawmakers left Albany on Thursday with no plans on passing an on-time state budget, which is due by April 1. There have been no agreements on outstanding budget issues, including criminal justice reforms, funding for a new Buffalo Bills stadium, ethics reforms, gas tax relief, new casino licenses, and environmental measures such as a fossil fuel ban on new construction and increased regulations on freshwater wetlands. A final budget agreement could be voted on as early as Monday, however further delay is possible. Learn more.
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