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HGAR’s Anthony Domathoti Installed as 2026 NYSAR Treasurer
He currently serves on the OneKey MLS Board of Managers and has held prominent leadership roles, including 2022 President of the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors.
HGAR’s Ron Garafalo Installed as 2026 NYSAR President
Garafalo was the president of the Orange County Association of Realtors in 2011 and the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors in 2019.
Ten-Plus Counties New York Homebuyers Loved in 2025
Putnam County, home to Carmel and Southeast, came out on top with a 15.6% increase in home sales from 2024.
Barnes & Noble Signs 19,000 SF Lease at Galleria at Crystal Run
The new store will include a café and in addition to books will also offer a wide range of toys, games, vinyl and a selection of paper and gifting items.
Hudson United Title Services Expands into Florida
“Expanding Hudson United Title Services into Florida represents an important step in our continued growth,” said Daniel Rand, President of Home Services, Hudson United Title Services.
NAR: Northeast Median Home Sale Price Rose 5.5% in 2025
Home sales squeaked out a gain in the final quarter of 2025, helped by improving affordability conditions.
NY Attorney General Files Suit Against Newburgh Apartment Owner Over Dangerous Conditions
Despite residents making hundreds of calls to management, these dangerous conditions have not been fixed.
New York, New Jersey Join Gateway Development In Filing Suit Against Feds for Withholding Funding
GDC announced at its Jan. 27, 2026, Board Meeting that all available sources and credit have been exhausted and construction must pause by Feb. 6, 2026, if federal disbursements do not resume.
HGAR’s Jermaine Meadows Selected as a ‘2026 Black Trailblazer’ by City & State New York
The publication also noted that Dr. Meadows, who joined HGAR last year, helped advance a co-op transparency bill in the New York City Council.
Rey Hollingsworth Falu Installed as 2026 HGAR President; McCann Named Realtor of the Year; Montalenti Tabbed as Affiliate of the Year
Tied to Success simply means we intend to tie every decision, every effort and every initiative to the success of every member of this association.
New York and Connecticut ERA Brokerages Merge
“This merger represents, in a word, opportunity,” said Lou Budetti.
WCA and Westchester County Launch Westchester Economic Alliance to Help Guide Long-Term Growth
In its first phase, the Alliance will focus on building a common understanding of Westchester’s economic composition and the key sectors that drive the local economy.