Hundreds of REALTORS are in Albany this morning on REALTOR Lobby Day to support the NY First Home proposal and other key real estate issues on behalf of the industry and homeowners. Last week, NYSAR launched a public campaign in support of the proposal to make buying a first home more affordable in New York State. The program would allow individuals to save up to $5,000 ($10,000 for couples) per year in a designated savings account to be used solely for costs associated with the purchase of a first home. NYSAR will be calling on members and the public to take action by asking their legislators to pass this proposal into law. Learn more at NYFirstHome.com.
The New York State home sales growth trend continued into April with the market posting a nearly 9 percent increase in sales compared to April 2015, according to the housing market report released Friday by the New York State Association of REALTORS. The statewide median sales price grew by nearly 2 percent compared to a year ago. Learn more here.
Legislation passed both houses earlier this month requiring applicants for real estate licenses and license renewals to complete continuing education coursework on the law of agency. Specifically, this bill would require two hours of agency-related coursework in the licensee’s initial two-year licensing term as part of the 22.5 hours of continuing education. In each subsequent two-year cycle, licensees would be required to take at least one hour of agency-related continuing education. In order for this bill to become law, it will need to be considered and signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo. NYSAR’s memo in support can be found here.
As part of the state budget deal on April 1, new homeowners – or people who move – will receive a check for a portion of their school-property taxes instead of receiving it as an upfront savings on their tax bill. In order to receive the check in September of this year if you’re a new homeowner, you must register for STAR through the state Department of Taxation and Finance.
New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has reached agreements with three real estate firms that manage properties in New York City, Nassau and Westchester counties to stop what he claimed was the illegal denial of apartments to people on public housing assistance. More on this story can be found here.
The Tuesday, June 21, NYSAR Radio show will be the popular "Mythbusters" show. Tune in at 10 a.m. on June 21 on your PC or Mac by using the player on the NYSAR Radio page. You will need to be logged in to listen.If you have not yet created your account with the website, you will need to click on "New User" on the Member Login page and follow the prompts. Find more information as well as a list of links to play NYSAR Radio from any of your mobile devices here.
In June 2002, then President George W. Bush proclaimed June to be National Homeownership Month, noting the benefits homeownership brings to Americans and the nation. The NYSAR Housing Opportunities Foundation supports those benefits by awarding $2,000 grants to low-to-moderate income individuals and families, who are working with a REALTOR and may be struggling to cover their closing costs or down payment. In June, the foundation will be raising funds to support this grant program. Learn more here.
The Graduate, REALTOR Institute (GRI) GRI-2 Business course will be offered June 7 at the Greater Syracuse Association of REALTORS in Syracuse, NY. Take your business to the next level and gain market share. Learn how to: create an effective business plan build support structures using assistants and teams; tap into niche markets; and develop policies to avoid risk.
Register online today or call 800-239-4432 x219. Click here for more information.
The Graduate, REALTOR Institute (GRI) GRI-1 Ethics course will be offered June 8 at the Greater Capital Association of REALTORS in Albany, NY. Capitalize on what sets REALTORS apart from real estate licensees by learning how to put the Code of Ethics to work for you.. Satisfies NAR's mandatory quadrennial ethics training requirement.
Register online today or call 800-239-4432 x219. Click here for more information.
The Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) course will be offered June 8-9 at the Buffalo Niagara Association of REALTORS in Amherst, NY. Elevate your standards, enhance your performance, and demonstrate the knowledge and skills essential to professionally and ethically represent sellers.
Register online today or call 800-239-4432 x219. Click here for more information.
The 15th annual New
York State Commercial Real Estate Conference is set for June 13-15 at the
Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel and Conference Center. One of
the largest commercial investment real estate events in the Northeast, it provides the opportunity to network with more than 200 commercial real estate practitioners
and service providers, make property presentations and discuss key industry issues. Several continuing education courses will be offered. Don’t miss the keynote
cocktail reception with Duke Long, an energetic commercial real estate blogger
who will discuss how technology is changing the way professionals conduct their
day-to-day business. Click here for full details on the conference and
how to register. This conference is brought to you by the New York State
Commercial Association of REALTORS, the Upstate Chapter of CCIM, and the
Society of Exchange Counselors.
NYSAR’s newest Member Perks partner, UBS Financial Services, helps you reduce your taxable income and save for retirement with Independent 401(k) plans. Designed with the flexibility to decide whether to contribute and how much on an annual basis, you have the ability to borrow against your own retirement savings both tax-free and penalty-fee. Through NYSAR’s partnership, you’ll pay a minimal annual fee of only $25 for your account. Visit the Retirement page of NYSAR.com or contact Christopher Michelsen, financial advisor at UBS Financial Services, at 212-626-8515 for more details and to enroll now. Click here to view a recent webinar on tax and retirement planning for REALTORS.
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During
the recent NAR Meetings, RPAC of NY was honored with the "Chairman’s Cup" award in
recognition of our achievements in RPAC fundraising, major investors and
participation. From 2014 to 2015, RPAC of NY: increased receipts by $50,000, a 26-percent increase; increased Major Investors by more than 14 percent, with an additional
18 Major Investors; and, increased participation from 27 percent to 30 percent!
Let’s keep this momentum going throughout 2016.
During a legislative/RPAC breakfast meeting at the HGAR offices last week, the WCR
Empire Chapter presented a generous check in the amount of $1,000 in support of
RPAC. Thank you WCR Empire Chapter for your continued support of RPAC at the
Major Investor level.
Congratulations to the Greater Syracuse Association of
REALTORS for raising more than $8,000 last week during their cocktail reception at
Strada Mia.This fun event brought together some of the region’s top
producers along with longtime RPAC supporters to hear testimonials on the
importance of RPAC.
The Spring RPAC fundraising season remains hot! The following local boards are holding RPAC events in the weeks ahead:
- June 9: Greater Capital – 2ndAnnual Wine & Beer Gathering
Join your colleagues for a Happy Hour gathering at the Thirsty Owl in Saratoga Springs and enjoy a glass of wine, a beer and appetizers too! Visit the IMS Section of www.gcar.com to purchase your tickets. See flyer for complete details.
- June 10: Dutchess County – Hudson River Sunset Cruise
Dutchess County REALTORS will return for a sunset cruise along the majestic Hudson River. The event features gourmet appetizers, refreshing drinks, auctions and a guaranteed good-time in support of RPAC. Contact DCAR for complete details at (845) 471-2811 or www.dcar.com.
- June 15: Columbia-Greene – RPAC BBQ & Perks Fundraiser
The Columbia Greene Board of REALTORS will host its fourth annual RPAC BBQ and Perks fundraising event at the board office. The event featured a BBQ lunch, professional photographer, a cooking contest and more.For complete details or to register, contact Suzanne Close at (518) 828-7871 or email ae@columbiagreenerealtors.com.
- June 30: Hudson Gateway – New York Yankees Game
HGAR will return for a NY Yankees game on June 30 to benefit RPAC! Pre-game BBQ and bar open at 11 am on the Rooftop Terrace. The first pitch is scheduled for 1:05 p.m. as the Yankes face the Texas Rangers. Contact Phil Weiden at (914) 681-0833 x3011, email Philip.Weiden@HGAR.com or visit www.hgar.comfor complete detail. See the flyer for more.
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