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.
The NYC Rent Guidelines Board voted to approve rent increases of 3% for one-year leases and 4.5% for two-year leases on rent-stabilized apartments.
NAR successfully secured its top five priorities in the final package.
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.
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.
Participating in MIPIM opens up a world of opportunities, directly and indirectly benefiting HGAR Members.
In the weeks leading up to heavy negotiations in Albany, HGAR personally educated more than two dozen elected officials on Good Cause Eviction and the most problematic aspects of valuing tenant protection over property rights.
Fair housing is not merely a legal obligation or a moral imperative; rather, it is the very essence of creating spaces where every individual can thrive.
I’ve seen it alleged that NAR, local Realtor boards or multiple listing services set commissions. Commissions are already negotiable between clients and real estate agents.
Having a more diverse clientele not only opens up more opportunities, but also gives me a chance to get to know people from different cultures and learn how to show up respectfully.
The roads in these counties, veins that should support the flow of suburban life, are often clogged and crumbling.
Under the circumstances, this settlement, which is subject to court approval, seems to be the best possible outcome.
Women often remain underrepresented in boardrooms, executive suites, and political offices, highlighting the ongoing need for concerted efforts to promote gender diversity and inclusion.
When we start talking about quotas, or taking from one and giving to another, we’ve lost sight of what true diversity, equity, and inclusion means.
The Route 17 upgrade will enhance safety and mobility, create jobs and boost the economy.
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