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Member News

Feb 28, 2020 1 min read

As the countdown begins to the go-live date of March 24, 2020 for OneKey™ MLS, REALTORS® are encouraged to visit the new Help Center on onekeymlsny.com to learn about all upcoming changes to the MLS. The Help Center features videos,

LIBOR in partnership with its Chapters and Divisions Celebrates Fair Housing Month: April 2020

Feb 28, 2020 2 min read

Every April, REALTORS® celebrate Fair Housing Month to reaffirm our continuing commitment to fair and equitable treatment and a professional level of service for all in their search for real property. This year, to commemorate the anniversary of

VOTE!

Feb 26, 2020 1 min read

There are two very important elections coming up in March that your Government Affairs Team wants to make you aware of… 1. March 10th: Suffolk County Legislative District 15 Early voting begins February 29th and runs through March 8th

Looking for Seller Leads? Check out Homesnap's Likelihood to List" Feature.

Feb 24, 2020 1 min read

Check out Homesnap's brand new "Likelihood to List" feature in the app - it's a FREE MLS Benefit. You can see which homes are likely to list on the map. Homesnap's "Likelihood to List" score takes hundreds of data points into account and leverages

2020 REALTOR® Spirit Award Nominations Open

Feb 21, 2020 2 min read

The Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR) is accepting applications for this year’s REALTOR® Spirit Award, recognizing real estate professionals who have made a positive impact through volunteer service in their communities. Nearly 7

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Long Island Housing Data for January 2020

Feb 18, 2020 1 min read

The January 2020 closed median home price for Long Island, which includes Nassau, Suffolk, and Queens housing data, was $480,000 representing a 6.4% increase over last January. Nassau County reported a $532,250 closed median home price in January

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Dominate Your Local Area with Homesnap Pro's Newest Features

Feb 14, 2020 2 min read

We’re so excited to announce that the All-New Homesnap Pro is now LIVE for MLSLI! MLSLI agents already have FREE access to Homesnap Pro as an included membership benefit, but Homesnap just released the biggest update in its history, making it t

Important Update on Rentals

Feb 11, 2020 1 min read

A Court Order temporarily suspended that part of the DOS Guidance that restricted landlord’s brokers from collecting a commission from the tenant. This means that until further notice landlord’s brokers can continue to collect a co

Update on DOS Guidance Prohibiting Certain Real Estate Commissions

Feb 11, 2020 2 min read

As a result of a lawsuit initiated by NYSAR, REBNY and others, a temporary restraining order was granted on February 10, 2020. This order removes the prohibition against landlord’s agents collecting commi

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Urgent Call for Action that will affect your business!

Feb 7, 2020 1 min read

Your action is needed – The Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR), and the New York State of REALTORS® (NYSAR) opposes new guidance by the Department of State stating that a landlord's agent is now prohibited from collec

DOS Guidance Prohibits Certain Real Estate Commissions

Feb 6, 2020 1 min read

The DOS has issued a Guidance interpreting the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act to hold that landlord’s agents cannot be compensated by the prospective tenant. The DOS Guidance notes that a landlord’s agent who collects a

Facebook Video Ads Made Easy With Homesnap Pro

Feb 4, 2020 1 min read

Facebook videos are the best thing you can do to get your name out to a lot of consumers at one time. See how it works here. Homesnap Pro automatically pulls in data and images from MLS to create a video that is specific to your activity. Plu

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Homesnap Pro Lauches It's Biggest Update Ever - A FREE MLS Benefit

Feb 4, 2020 1 min read

Next week, the team at Homesnap Pro — one of your FREE MLSLI benefits — is launching its biggest update ever. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming with the All-New Homesnap Pro. Likelihood to List: See which propert

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2020 REALTOR® Achievement Awards Nominations Open

Jan 31, 2020 1 min read

LIBOR is now accepting nominations for the 2020 Annual LIBOR Awards. Five REALTOR® members will be recognized as the recipients of five prestigious awards, which are presented at the Annual LIBOR Installation and Awards Dinner Dance to be h

The ABC's Of RPR - FREE Webinar

Jan 31, 2020 1 min read

Join this FREE RPR Webinar to learn how to do the following: -Research properties, markets, neighborhoods, and schools -Create branded property, seller’s & market activity reports -Tap into RPR’s app for on-the-go access -Access RPR&

REALTOR® Scouting Scholarship Applications, Now Available

Jan 28, 2020 2 min read

Media Contact: Christina DeFalco-Romano Email The Long Island Board of REALTORS®, Inc. (LIBOR) is now accepting REALTOR® Scouting Scholarship Award applications. Through this program, LIBOR will be awarding up to six $1,0

LIBOR Applauds National Association of REALTORS® Fair Housing Action Plan, Completes Training Audit

Jan 24, 2020 2 min read

LIBOR is applauding the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Fair Housing Action Plan. The new NAR plan, abbreviated ‘ACT,’ emphasizes (A)ccountability, (C)ulture Change, and (T)raining in order to ensure REALTORS® are doing ev

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How to Easily Price a Property with RPR

Jan 23, 2020 1 min read

RPR helps you to properly and accurately price a home for sale. The Realtor Valuation Model or RVM® allows you to adjust the value by inputting home condition and improvement factors. Find out how to choose comps and create a CMA as well. Wa

REALTOR® SAFETY ALERT: Beware of Suspicious Caller

Jan 16, 2020 1 min read

LIBOR has received a report that could affect the safety of our members. If a caller raises your suspicions in any way, do not attend a listing presentation or show a house alone! Use safety apps or safety solutions to let trusted contact

Safety Alert

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Upcoming RPR CE Classes

Jan 16, 2020 1 min read

RPR: Using Data to Educate Clients (1/2 Day Class 3.75 CE) Woodbury SC – January 24th Register Here! West Babylon SC – January 28th Register Here!