HGAR and NYSAR Celebrate Legislative Wins, Prepare for 2026 Advocacy Push
With the full legislature and governor facing re-election in 2026, HGAR and NYSAR are already preparing for what could be a watershed year for housing policy.
Part of the delay in recovery is because the Federal Reserve has changed its outlook and appears to be on pause for a longer period.
NAR remains committed to advocating for provisions that expand opportunity, support homeownership, strengthen communities nationwide, and put the American dream within reach for more families.
The office buildings were all built in the 1970s and early 1980s and are currently approximately 50% vacant.
Dr. Meadows will serve as a vital bridge between HGAR’s Realtor members and the elected officials and stakeholders shaping housing policy in the Bronx and New York City.
“At this critical stage of the housing market, it is all about mortgage rates,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun.
The report warns that if Westchester fails to address its growing housing shortfall, the county could lose between 8,400 to 12,000 jobs annually and $533 million to $742 million in annual earnings.
The move effectively keeps congestion pricing tolls in effect through at least June 9.
She has led Housing Action Council’s Technical Assistance Program enabling non-profit housing organizations, human service agencies, and emerging developers to develop affordable housing resulting in thousands of housing units in New York’s Hudson Valley region.
The SALT deduction cap is quadrupled from $10,000 to $40,000 for households earning under $500,000. However, the bill does not eliminate the marriage penalty.
In April, existing-home sales in the Northeast fell 2.0% from March to an annual rate of 480,000, identical to April 2024.
Across several counties, April brought a surge of new interest, particularly in the Bronx, Rockland, and Putnam counties
The Tiki Beach event will feature live music by local band Heard Immunity.
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