Field Updates

NYSAR is in the process of launching a public campaign opposing a state-proposed mandate that would require homebuyers to install fire sprinklers in all *new* 1-2 family homes – increasing construction costs up to $30,000.

As the Republicans officially clinch a narrow majority in the US House of Representatives, check out LIBOR's rundown of the bipartisan list of winners from our region's 15 most-watched elections this year

Long Island - President-Elect "Donald Trump flipped numerous Democratic strongholds on Long Island on his way to taking a decisive majority of local voters

By a vote of 42-8, a veto-proof supermajority of the New York City Council passed Councilmember Chi Ossé (D-Bed-Stuy)'s Intro. 360 to ban broker fees in their current form

The New York City Council is reviewing amended legislation (Int. 360, FARE Act) that would prohibit the collection of a broker fee from a tenant by the landlord to pay for the landlord’s agent.

Despite Vice President Kamala Harris' historically poor performance across New York State

Local "REALTOR® Champions" for the State Senate were all successful in their campaigns

Early voting is underway across Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk counties and ends Sunday, November 3rd!

"The New York City Council is reviewing amended legislation ( Int. 360, FARE Act) that would prohibit the collection of a broker fee from a tenant by the landlord to pay for the landlord’s agent.

"The three-story project, pitched by developer Premiero Cherry, will have 15 two-bedroom and five one-bedroom apartments.

LIBOR proudly organized our first local "NYC Lobby Day" on October 23 to ensure that our Queens REALTORS® can advocate directly with local New York City Council members.

New York City’s 51 councilmembers generally agree that the Big Apple has a serious housing problem

"Freshman Rep. Anthony D’Esposito faces a big deficit in his reelection bid, according to a new Newsday/Siena College poll

Freshman Rep. Nick LaLota holds a slight lead in his contest, according to a new Newsday/Siena College poll. In the 1st District

Going into this year's elections, Democrats have a supermajority in the State Assembly - 102 Democrats vs. 48 Republicans.

Going into this year's elections, Democrats have a supermajority in the State Senate - 42 Democrats vs. 21 Republicans.

Last week, LIBOR submitted two letters of support for new transit-oriented housing opportunities in Suffolk County

"Mayor Eric Adams’ sweeping 'City of Yes' plan to overhaul land use rules and allow more housing development across New York City

"New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing federal charges of bribery, fraud and soliciting a political contribution from a foreign national, according to an indictment that was unsealed on Thursday

"But one of the most consequential choices facing voters in Suffolk County is not between two candidates.