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Robust buyer activity across New York State in May resulted in a 12-percent growth in the statewide median sales price from May 2012, according to the housing market report released by the New York State Association of REALTORS.

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Privately-owned housing starts in May were at a seasonally adjusted rate of 71,000 for the Northeast, down 9 percent from the April total of 78,000, according to data released by the U.S. Commerce Department.

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The 2013 legislative session officially came to an end on Saturday, June 22. Due to the active support and involvement of countless REALTORS from across the state, NYSAR successfully accomplished several of its legislative priorities this year including the introduction by both the Senate and Assembly of two NYSAR supported bills. The first will codify the ability of brokers to offer rebates and incentives to buyers and sellers and tenants and landlords, while the second defines "teams" under the Real Property Law and requires brokers to register team names with the Department of State. NYSAR also successfully defeated legislation that would have increased the statewide transfer tax by two percent and was able to prevent any increase to the statewide mortgage recording tax.

Most importantly, NYSAR was able to prevent the passage of all legislation that would have negatively impacted REALTORS. To read the full session overview, click here.

The Tuesday, July 2, NYSAR Radio show will cover agency issues, specifically buyer agency. Tune in at 10 a.m. on July 2 on your PC or Mac byusing the player on the NYSAR Radio page. You will need to be logged in to listen. If you have not yet created your account with the website, you will need to click on "New User" on the Member Login page and follow the prompts.

Click here for more information as well as a list of links to play NYSAR Radio from any of your mobile devices.

REALTOR Institute 405 – "Construction and Environmental Issues" – will be offered July 9 at the Greater Rochester Association of REALTORS in Rochester, NY. This course provides an in-depth understanding of the physical structure and systems in a home, in addition to energy efficiency and energy rating systems.

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"BPOs: The Agent’s Role in the Valuation Process" will be offered July 12 at the Staten Island Board of REALTORS in Staten Island, NY. This course will help you enhance your skills in creating BPOs, reducing risk and applying alternative valuation methods.

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Enrollment is open until the end of the month so now is the time to consider NYSAR’s dental plan for your dental insurance needs. Key benefits of United Concordia include: three plan options to offer you a range in coverage; lower rates; coverage for individuals and families; orthodontia coverage and more. For more information about the plans and rates, please call 888-834-3713 or visit www.myrealtorinsurance.com/nysar.

To view a flyer with plan options and rates, click here.

NYSAR members can save 10 percent on the Guardly Mobile Safety App. The app allows you to instantly connect with managers, colleagues, family and 9-1-1 when faced with safety concerns. 

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Congratulations to the Columbia-Greene Board on raising $2,500 for RPAC during their Hawaiian-themed BBQ last week in Hudson! The event included BBQ fare as well as a coffee station/desserts and a professional photographer to take headshots. Thank you to the leadership at Columbia-Greene for planning the successful event and to the attendees for investing in RPAC.

Join your colleagues from across the Metro region for an elite RPAC experience at Modell’s Clubhouse at Citi Field for the New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals game on Tuesday, September 10. The RPAC experience at Modell’s includes: a ticket to the game and private access to the Modell’s Clubhouse; the ballpark buffet; and private bar service with complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks.

For complete details and registration instructions, click here.