Field Updates

D’Esposito vs. Gillen: NY Dems Bet on Kamala Harris & "Equal Rights Amendment"

Jul 31, 2024 2 min read

The combination of a statewide ballot referendum for an “Equal Rights Amendment” and Democrats’ switch from President Joe Biden to the more energizing Vice President Kamala Harris

NYC 2025: Comptroller Brad Lander Joins Mayoral Race, Cuomo Next?

Jul 31, 2024 1 min read

"City Comptroller Brad Lander announced his bid for mayor on Tuesday, confirming one of the worst-kept secrets in New York political circles and formalizing a serious challenge to New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ reelection prospects.

NYC Council: Sandra Ung Introduces Anti-Squatter Bill to Help Homeowners

Jul 31, 2024 1 min read

“City Council Member Sandra Ung (D-Flushing) has introduced a bipartisan bill protecting homeowners from squatters.

NAR: Foreign Homebuyer Sales Hit 15-Year Low; Many Factors to Blame

Jul 24, 2024 1 min read

The number of existing U.S. residential properties purchased by international buyers has dropped to a 15-year low, according to a new report from the National Association of Realtors.

NYC Housing Crisis: High Upfront Costs, Record-Low Inventory Blamed

Jul 24, 2024 1 min read

High rents are not a new phenomenon in New York City, but paired with steep upfront costs, many are finding it tough to secure their next home.

NYC Mayor's "City of Yes" Housing Plan Opposed by Most Queens Community Boards

Jul 24, 2024 1 min read

The city’s lowest density community districts — where very little housing has been built despite a citywide crisis — are opposing the mayor’s citywide rezoning proposal..

NYC's "City of Yes": Marathon Public Hearing for Mayor Adams' Housing Push

Jul 16, 2024 1 min read

"Over 200 New Yorkers tuned in remotely or came in person to comment on 'City of Yes: Zoning for Housing Opportunity' plan during a marathon City Planning Commission (CPC) hearing

NYC 2025: Mayor Adams vs. Several Challengers: Comptroller Race Begins

Jul 16, 2024 1 min read

"While most Democrats are preoccupied with the presidential race this November, the New York City mayoral race has begun and is showing signs of being more competitive than many expected.

"LI Divided" Continued: NYS DOS Mistake Prompts New Calls for Regulation

Jul 16, 2024 1 min read

Newsday's Editorial Board recently called upon New York State lawmakers to further regulate the real estate industry.

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Suffolk Budget: Ed Romaine Signs Pro-Housing Infrastructure Upgrades

Jul 10, 2024 1 min read

"Suffolk County residents could see massive upgrades to its sewer systems, highways and the construction of a jail facility thanks to a three-year, $2.3 billion capital spending proposal,"

NYC Budget: Mayor, Speaker Agree to Restore Cuts & Boost Housing

Jul 10, 2024 1 min read

"Negotiations went down to the wire, but Mayor Eric Adams and the New York City Council agreed on a new $112.4 billion budget that will go into effect Monday,"

NY State Law: Property Insurance "Redlining" Discrimination Banned

Jul 10, 2024 1 min read

"New York lawmakers approved new measures prohibiting property insurers from discriminating against low-income tenants

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Make Sure You Are Registered to Vote!

Jun 26, 2024 1 min read

With primaries over and high-stake elections this Fall NOW is the time to check your voter registration.

LI Senate Primaries: Housing Advocate Bynoe Defeats Darling; Keiserman Faces Martins

Jun 26, 2024 1 min read

Nassau County Legislator and long-time housing advocate Siela Bynoe of Westbury defeated Assemblymember Taylor Darling of Uniondale 53-46% in the combative Democratic Primary

LI Assembly Primaries: Burroughs Leads Ortiz; Griffin & Kassay Win Big

Jun 26, 2024 2 min read

While absentee ballots remain to be counted next week, Lisa Ortiz, president of the Lakeview Library Board, trails Hempstead Village Trustee Noah Burroughs by just 171 votes

Queens Assembly Primaries: Hooks KO's Monserrate; DSA Defeats Carmona

Jun 26, 2024 2 min read

Another attempted comeback did not pan out for former State Senator and City Council Member Hiram Monserrate of East Elmhurst.

VOTE: Primary Day is Tuesday 6/25, Early Voting Ends 6/23

Jun 18, 2024 3 min read

Polls are open for New York's registered Democrats on June 25th from 6 AM-9 PM. Early voting hours vary locally.

NYSAR Call for Action: REALTORS® Join REBNY Rally Opposing NYC Broker Fee Bill

Jun 18, 2024 1 min read

Last Tuesday, nearly 1,500 real estate brokers and agents rallied at New York City Hall to voice opposition to advancing legislation

Downtown Jamaica Rezoning: Proposes 12,000 New Homes, 3,000 Affordable

Jun 18, 2024 1 min read

The New York Department of City Planning (DCP) Director Dan Garodnick has released the updated draft zoning proposal for the Jamaica Neighborhood Plan.

NYC's Local Law 97: Linda Lee's Bill to Help Co-Ops, Condos Gains Steam

Jun 18, 2024 1 min read

"Co-op and condo owners say New York City's landmark climate law is saddling them with bills worth tens of thousands of dollars to fund environmentally friendly upgrades

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