Viewpoints
FROM THE DESK OF THE CEO: A Legacy of Transformation and Warmest Wishes
I leave HGAR knowing that we are now more member-centric and innovative than ever before.
Viewpoints
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President's Corner
PRESIDENT'S CORNER: Realtors Must Take Active Part in Fostering Diversity
We were all shocked and appalled by the recent senseless killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis. No person should die
Coronavirus
LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS: Another Stimulus is on the Agenda for Congress
Additional stimulus plans are being debated in Congress. Both the House and Senate are staking out where they will be
Gateway Perspectives
GATEWAY PERSPECTIVES: It’s Time for a New Conversation to Address Racial Inequality
I would like to share my thoughts on the pain, suffering and turmoil that has gripped our region, our state
Coronavirus
PUTNAM POSTING: Revelations on Division Over Face Masks
What divides us? Many things: politics, opinion, race, religion, culture, education, wealth, status and even beauty. Nineteen years ago, after
Coronavirus
GATEWAY PERSPECTIVES: Patience is a Virtue—Who Ever Said That?
Everyone knows the old proverb that patience is a virtue. However, it’s not a virtue I’ve been able
Coronavirus
PRESIDENT'S CORNER: Getting Ready for the ‘Next Normal’
I heard this term “the next normal” recently and it immediately resonated with me. Normal is what we get accustomed
Coronavirus
PUTNAM POSTING: Reopen Putnam Safely Task Force Gets to Work With County, Towns, Villages, Businesses, Elected Officials
On Friday, May 8th, the Putnam County Business Council launched a “Reopen Putnam County Safely” Task Force, which gathered a
Orange County Partnership
Working Together to Rebuild Our Workforce, Our Region
By Maureen Halahan and Marc Baez During these uncertain times, the people of New York State have benefitted from Gov.
Andrew Cuomo
LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS: May State Legislative Updates
The will hold joint hearings on the federal response to the COVID-19 crisis. The first hearing was scheduled virtually for
Coronavirus
LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS: Highlights of the State Budget in the Era of COVID-19
COVID-19 notwithstanding, New York State is required to have a budget for the ensuing fiscal year in place by April
President's Corner
PRESIDENT'S CORNER: Leadership Now!
In challenging times, leaders quickly stand out. They may not look to draw attention to themselves, but they quietly inspire,
Coronavirus
PUTNAM POSTING: Continuing an Unprecedented Business Journey
Five weeks ago, I shut down our real estate and law offices to traffic, and we began working from home