2023 NAR Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers Report is Now Available
Nov 14, 2023 1 min read
For most home buyers, the purchase of real estate is one of the largest financial transactions they will make.
Long Island Board of REALTORS® Achieves Diamond Commercial Services Accreditation from NAR
Nov 9, 2023 1 min read
LIBOR has been awarded the Diamond Commercial Services Accreditation by NAR in recognition of its commitment to providing exceptional commercial services to members
REALTOR® Call for Action: Tell Congress to Extend NFIP Beyond Nov. 17th Deadline
Nov 1, 2023 1 min read
Congress passed a last-minute deal in September to avert a government shutdown and extend the authority of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
VOTE: Election Day is Tuesday Nov. 7th, Early voting runs through Sunday Nov. 5th
Nov 1, 2023 1 min read
Election Day is November 7th from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
REALTOR® Call for Action – Tell Congress to Extend NFIP past Nov. 17 Deadline
Oct 25, 2023 1 min read
Following REALTOR® advocacy efforts, Congress passed a last-minute spending agreement on September 30 to avert a government shutdown and extend the authority of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
RPAC News: “The Day After” Post-Election Brunch Nov. 8th
Oct 25, 2023 1 min read
Join LIBOR leadership and some of our proudest RPAC investors for Texas French toast, mimosas, and more on Wednesday, November 8th from 12-3 PM at Farmingdale’s Library Café.
NY State: NYSAR Talks Co-Ops with Senate Housing Chair
Oct 25, 2023 1 min read
NYSAR staff met with State Sen. Brian Kavanagh (D-Lower Manhattan)  last week to discuss his co-op transparency legislation.
Reminder: Early Voting Starts Saturday, Oct. 28th Across New York
Oct 25, 2023 1 min read
Voting in critical elections for local offices with a tremendous say on REALTOR® issues starts Saturday, Oct. 28th at 9 or 10 AM, depending on your county.
Apply Now for LIBOR’s 2024 Leadership Academy
Oct 23, 2023 2 min read
Applications for LIBOR’s 2024 Leadership Academy are now being accepted! A total of 12 REALTOR® members will be chosen to participate in the year-long immersive program.
LIBOR Releases Fair Housing Resources for People With Disabilities
Oct 18, 2023 2 min read
LIBOR is excited to launch a new phase in our Home For All Of Us fair housing campaign, this time helping to ensure people with disabilities can choose the place they make their home.
LIBOR Local Comes to Patchogue
Oct 17, 2023 1 min read
Patchogue area members, create connections with REALTORS® in your area at the next LIBOR Local at BluePoint BrewPub on October 24th.
Tom Suozzi Launches Congress Comeback to Replace Santos
Oct 17, 2023 1 min read
Former Nassau County Executive and 3-term U.S. Representative Tom Suozzi (D-Glen Cove) is once again running for the 3rd Congressional District.
NYC: Adams Admin. Ends Credit Checks for Housing Vouchers
Oct 10, 2023 1 min read
Mayor Eric Adams announced NYC residents with housing vouchers will no longer undergo credit checks when selected for affordable housing.
NAR: REALTOR® Call for Action – Tell Congress to Extend NFIP
Oct 10, 2023 1 min read
Over 230,000 Long Islanders live in an area identified as a “flood zone” in a major hurricane.
October is Commercial Success Month at LIBOR!
Oct 6, 2023 1 min read
Network and learn with LIBOR's Commercial Committee as they meet with industry professionals who will show you the tools and tricks you need to transition into Commercial Real Estate.
Nassau Assemblymember Announces for State Senate
Oct 3, 2023 1 min read
State Assemblymember Taylor Darling confirmed to City & State plans to run for the open 6th State Senate District in central Nassau
NYC Councilmembers Push Plan to Help Co-ops with Local Law 97
Oct 3, 2023 1 min read
Following multiple conversations with LIBOR Government Affairs members and NYSAR’s advocacy team, Council Members Linda Lee and Sandra Ung announced new legislation to mitigate the costs of Local Law 97.
Cannabis banking bill SAFER Act heads to Senate committee next week
Sep 27, 2023 1 min read
State-sanctioned cannabis businesses would be able to access banks and credit unions under the latest version of a bill supported by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
Gov. Hochul signs law expanding voting by mail
Sep 27, 2023 1 min read
On Wednesday, Governor Kathy Hochul signed a package of election law bills that includes a measure allowing all registered voters in New York to cast an early voting ballot by mail.
Republicans win a temporary freeze in New York’s redistricting legal challenge
Sep 27, 2023 1 min read
Republicans won a preliminary round in the latest legal challenge over New York’s congressional districts