The highest number of closed sales occurred in Suffolk County with 12,913, followed by Nassau County with 9,748, and Westchester County with 7,127.
Garafalo was the president of the Orange County Association of Realtors in 2011 and the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors in 2019.
One bill establishes the New York State first home savings program to allow first-time homebuyers to open saving accounts that would be eligible for personal income deductions.
Christie’s International Real Estate Group in Westchester and the Hudson Valley announced that Richard Herska has been appointed the 2023 Chair of the New York State Association of Realtors’ Young Professionals Network, a member-driven group that gives voice to NYSAR’s young Realtors. Prior to being named incoming Chair, Herska has been an active member of the organization for the last five years.
“I am so proud to be elected as the incoming 2023 Chair of NYSAR’s Young Professionals Network. It is the organization’s mission to develop young real estate professionals through association involvement, provide members with new tools, education, and training opportunities, as well as offer networking opportunities, foster idea-sharing among Realtors of all ages and experience levels, and encourage community volunteerism,” said Herska.
Louise Colonna, the firm’s NY Broker of Record, added, “Richard has been a strong advocate for real estate by being part of several organizations both on the local and state level. He’s a true professional.”
Martha Eventually settled in Somers, becoming a Realtor where she found her stride, spending decades in the industry.
Chris brings a wealth of experience and proven leadership to this new advisory position. She is an 18-year veteran of Anywhere Real Estate Inc.
As State President, Phillips will oversee the council’s activities within New York State and act as a liaison between the regional vice president, the council’s leadership team, and its staff.
City and State honored 100 “New Yorkers who are on the front lines, creating jobs and spurring economic growth on the local, state and national levels.”
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