Legal-Advocacy
RPAC Luncheon Highlighted Need for Advocacy, Leadership and Action at HGAR Impact Conference
Mayor Patterson-Howard’s vision for Mount Vernon and beyond aligns closely with HGAR’s mission—to advocate for strong, vibrant communities where opportunity and homeownership are within reach for all.
NYC Realtor Coalition Secures Nearly $100,000 to Educate Voters on Ballot Question 3
HGAR is collaborating with the Long Island Board of Realtors, the Brooklyn-Queens Board of Realtors, and the Staten Island Board of Realtors, to form one of the largest Realtor coalitions in New York City.
The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act: A New Era of Privacy for Homebuyers
HPPA makes several pivotal legal changes governing when, how, and to whom credit reports may be shared in the mortgage and insurance context.
HGAR at the NYSAR Fall Business Meetings
For HGAR, participation at Turning Stone reflects our commitment to being a leader in these conversations.
A New Tool for Realtor Advocacy: The Pro-Property Platform
NAR has now launched the Pro-Property Platform, a system designed to strengthen federal political advocacy by allowing direct-to-candidate contributions to be tagged as pro-housing and pro-property rights.
NYC’s Vacant Apartment Repair Program Misses the Mark for Housing Providers
While the program is well-intentioned, the economics remain challenging.
New York City Retreats on CityFHEPS ‘Unit Hold’ Incentive; What Realtors Need to Know
This incentive has long been a vital program support. By offsetting potential vacancy costs while applications are pending it makes landlords more willing to participate in CityFHEPS.
Save the Date: NYC Election Debates Will Shape Housing’s Future
Just days after HGAR hosts its annual Legislative Breakfast on Oct. 6, voters, policymakers, and industry stakeholders will turn their attention to the NYC General Election Debate Series.
Honoring Our Gold R Major Investors: Advocacy in Action
With rising political polarization and increasing housing challenges, our industry cannot afford to sit on the sidelines.
LEGAL CORNER: Antitrust Law, the Real Estate Market, and Recent Antitrust Decisions
With the advent of artificial intelligence and the increased use of sophisticated algorithms in software and real estate platforms, the risks in violating antitrust law and engaging in anticompetitive behavior increase exponentially and must be carefully considered and assessed.
Housing Vouchers and the FARE Act: A Timely Discussion for New York’s Real Estate Community
The expiration of federal vouchers and the city’s transition to state and local replacements make this a pivotal moment for housing policy.
NYC Charter Review Commission Advances Ballot Proposals to Accelerate Housing and Modernize City Planning
The Charter Review Commission is also recommending the creation of an independent Land Use Appeals Board. This board would offer an alternative avenue to challenge zoning and planning decisions, creating a formal process for appeals outside of the judicial system.