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FROM THE CEO’S DESK: HGAR: A Leader in Diversity Equity and Inclusion
HGAR is a leader in the realm of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and is committed to diversifying our membership, creating a deeply diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization for our members, and embedding inclusive practices in the ways we work and learn.
LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS: So, What Do We Do?
Studies have shown that the construction of 100 units of multifamily housing generates an average of 161 jobs and $11.7 million into the local economy in the first year.
Regeneron’s Expansion Propels Westchester IDA to Record Year in 2023
Like 2022, the Regeneron was the IDA’s largest project by far in 2023. The expansion project is expected to create more than 2,700 construction jobs.
Report: New York’s Housing Cost Burden Among Nation's Highest
More than one-third of households in the Mid-Hudson (37%) and Long Island (36%) regions are cost-burdened, higher than regions in the rest of New York.
NAR: Racial Minority Groups Make Some Progress in Homeownership, But Significant Obstacles Remain
Black (26%) and Hispanic (22%) applicants experience higher denial rates for mortgage applications compared to their White (16%) and Asian (15%) counterparts,
SPOTLIGHT ON: Ruth Lara Deane
While 62% of the National Association of Realtors is comprised of women, a little less than 20% are Broker/Owners. “We have advanced as women in leadership, but we’re still not there in terms of being equal to our male counterparts,”
PRESIDENT'S CORNER: New Beginnings
As we celebrate the achievements of the past, I look forward to continuing HGAR’s efforts to challenge preconceived notions, embrace diversity, and work towards an equitable and even more inclusive association.
LEGAL CORNER: Recent Lead Paint Decision in New York City and a Review of Lead Paint Regulations
Local Law 31 also includes a five-year testing requirement, meaning that all residential building owners in NYC must have all dwelling units inspected for lead paint by Aug. 9, 2025.
HGAR’s Garafalo Takes Office as 2024 NYSAR Treasurer
Garafalo, a Realtor since 2000, currently serves as the sales manager at John J. Lease Realtors in Middletown.
The Concept of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Why are people so apprehensive about breaking the social norms they've established? Why do we tend to assume the worst about others? And why do we sometimes align ourselves with one group against another?
BARRISTER'S BRIEFING: A Safe Place: Reviewing HGAR’s New Code of Conduct and the New HGAR Statement of Appropriate Event Conduct Statement
HGAR expects that all members act with courtesy and respect toward each other, the staff, service providers, speakers and event participants at all HGAR events and when acting as an HGAR member.
Houlihan Lawrence Expands Hudson Valley Presence with Opening of Columbia County Office
“We are thrilled to be opening our first office in Columbia County and expanding our reach in the Hudson Valley,” said Liz Nunan, President and CEO of Houlihan Lawrence.