For the first time, the budget also provides for the sharing of a modest portion of sales-tax revenues, estimated to total about $2.3 million in 2026, with all Putnam County towns and villages.
Recent estimates indicate tariff actions will add approximately $11,000 to the cost of building each new single-family home.
One of the most important process improvements in the agreement involves the ability to increase the use of commercial title insurance in certain instances.
Howard Hanna | Rand Realty has welcomed Julian Diaz to its leadership team. Diaz will be the branch manager for its New Rochelle operations.
Diaz has six years of residential and commercial real estate experience primarily with multifamily developments. Before joining Howard Hanna | Rand Realty, he started and owned a brokerage that focused on new developments, represented more than 3,500 apartments and successfully brought a dozen projects to the market.
Diaz graduated from the University at Buffalo with a degree in economics. He is a member of the National Association of Realtors, licensed in New York State, Connecticut, and New Jersey.
“Each of these five agents brings a unique perspective and distinct skill set that will directly benefit the clients they serve,” said Lou Budetti, Principal Broker at ERA Insite Realty.
Smith, an Associate Broker with Rand Commercial, will be celebrated at the Ottaway Medal Dinner on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Villa Venezia in Middletown.
The 20 NAR members selected will participate in a diverse range of educational experiences as they join a nationwide community of volunteer leaders.
Newton brings a unique blend of legal acumen and industry insight during a critical time of transformation for NAR and its members.
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