New York state makes remote online notarizations permanent

With 10 other states authorizing RONs in 2021, California and North Carolina are among the more notable holdouts. Continue reading

Male agents aren’t as worried about safety as women. Here’s why they’re wrong

Although statistics show that female and female-presenting real estate agents are at a higher risk of on-the-job attacks, male agents have been targeted in a spate of recent attacks. Continue reading

New York state clarifies: Home showings should only be virtual

After confirming that home showings were “essential business” to New York Realtors on Wednesday, the ESDC clarified on Thursday that home showings should be conducted virtually. Continue reading

New York real estate agents one step closer to receiving federal aid

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has applied for federal disaster unemployment assistance, which would provide aid to more than 60,000 real estate agents. Continue reading

Brokerages, REBNY to sue New York state over brokers’ fee adjustment

The trade association confirmed it plans to file a lawsuit on Feb. 10 over new guidance that would have landlords in New York City pay brokers’ fees. Continue reading