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FROM THE DESK OF THE CEO: A Legacy of Transformation and Warmest Wishes
I leave HGAR knowing that we are now more member-centric and innovative than ever before.
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News
Burlington Signs More Than 30,000 SF Lease in Pelham Manor
Burlington will occupy a 30,483-square-foot location at Post Road Plaza.
People
Weichert, Realtors Promotes Murawinski to Regional President of North Jersey/New York
Murawinski earned his real estate license in 2003 while working as a detective with the Jersey City Police Department.
News
Putnam County Executive Byrne Signs 2026 County Budget
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.
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NY State Report: Tariffs Could Jeopardize 500,000 Jobs
Recent estimates indicate tariff actions will add approximately $11,000 to the cost of building each new single-family home.
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Governor, AG Agree on Expedited Process to Facilitate Open Space Acquisitions
One of the most important process improvements in the agreement involves the ability to increase the use of commercial title insurance in certain instances.
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Westchester County Executive Proposes Budget Cuts, Job Eliminations to Fill Nearly $200-Million Budget Gap
Jenkins blamed rising costs along with lower-than-expected sales tax revenue are the chief contributors to the significant budget gap the county is contending with.
Market
NAR: Home Prices Increased in 77% of Metro Areas in Third Quarter of 2025
“Home sales have struggled to gain traction, but prices continue to rise, contributing to record-high housing wealth,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun.
Legal-Advocacy
A Landmark Win for Realtors and Housing Progress in New York City
The rally underscored our industry’s leadership in advancing housing policy and demonstrated the collective strength of Realtors when we unite around a common cause.
News
2025 Job Cuts Surpass 1 Million; Highest October Total Since 2003
Technology continues to lead in private-sector job cuts as companies restructure amid AI integration, slower demand, and efficiency pressures.
People
ERA Insite Realty Welcomes Five New Agents to White Plains, Bronxville and Pleasantville Offices
“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.
News
Mortgage Applications Decreased Last Week Despite Low Rates
The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances ($806,500 or less) increased to 6.31% from 6.30%.
Market
Report: Only 28 Out of Every 1,000 U.S. Homes Changed Hands This Year—NY Recorded the Lowest Turnover Among 50 Metros
New York recorded the lowest turnover rate among the top 50 metros, with only around 10 out of every 1,000 homes selling in the first nine months of the year.