Viewpoints
HGAR Members: Annual Meeting Oct. 22 on Zoom
This year, the Annual Meeting will be held separately from Member Appreciation Day, making it more accessible for all members.
GUEST VIEWPOINT: Civic Engagement, Political Involvement are Directly Tied to Improving Key Processes Like Zoning and Planning Entitlements in New York State
Business leaders cannot afford to remain passive; they must engage politically to hold candidates accountable to the needs of the entire community, not just select groups.
GUEST VIEWPOINT: County Reaches Critical Juncture: Leaders Must Address Weaknesses in Infrastructure, Plan for Climate Change
Rockland faces further challenges related to environmental sustainability, such as the diminishing availability of renewable energy sources, inadequate drainage systems, flooding and groundwater quality.
FROM THE DESK OF THE CEO: Fostering a Culture of Innovation and Progress
The strategic planning process has engaged stakeholders across all levels of the organization, fostering a culture of openness and collaboration.
GUEST VIEWPOINT: Suburban Communities Are at Breaking Point: ‘Press Conference Fear’ Hides Underlying Causes of Housing Crisis
Elected officials, seeking to appease vocal constituents, frequently uphold restrictive zoning laws that favor single-family residences over more diverse housing options.
PRESIDENT'S CORNER: Juneteenth is a Stark Reminder of Our Past and a Call to Action for Change
These systematic barriers hindered the accumulation of wealth for African Americans for decades; this hindrance deprived many black families of the opportunity to pass down property and assets to future generations, thereby perpetuating economic disparities.
GUEST VIEWPOINT: Revolutionizing CRE Development: The Power of Alternative Financing Programs
Traditional lenders often hesitate to finance such projects due to perceived risks or unfamiliarity with emerging technologies and practices.
GUEST VIEWPOINT: New York’s Faith-Based Affordable Housing: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly
This initiative aims to create housing opportunities without the high costs of land acquisition, utilizing properties that often enjoy central locations within communities.
FROM THE DESK OF THE CEO: HGAR Contingent Briefed on Commission Settlement, Legislative Priorities at NAR Meetings in Nation’s Capital
The resiliency of Realtors and their passion for advocacy remains evident, powerful and inspiring.
Transforming Real Estate: The DEI Summit in Newark, NJ
At the heart of the DEI Summit lies a commitment to regional collaboration—recognizing that by uniting our efforts, we can amplify our impact and affect meaningful change.
PRESIDENT’S CORNER: Heritage and Homeownership—Honoring the Past, Building for the Future
My parents’ story is one of countless others who immigrated to the United States in search of a better life. They faced immense challenges—language barriers, cultural adjustments, and economic hardships—but their determination never wavered.
FROM THE CEO’S DESK: HGAR Expands Global Footprint at MIPIM
Participating in MIPIM opens up a world of opportunities, directly and indirectly benefiting HGAR Members.