Category: Capital Region

Garafalo of John J. Lease Realtors  installed as NYSAR president

Garafalo of John J. Lease Realtors installed as NYSAR president

March 10, 2026
Albany, NY Ron Garafalo, sales manager at John J. Lease Realtors in Middletown, was installed as the 2026 president of the New York State Association of Realtors (NYSAR) during the association’s recent Mid-Winter Business Meetings
Bronx Day in Albany names 2026 Change Maker Award recipients

Bronx Day in Albany names 2026 Change Maker Award recipients

February 27, 2026
Albany, NY The Bronx Chamber of Commerce made known the 17 recipients of the 2026 Bronx Day in Albany Change Maker Award, recognizing Bronx-based businesses, nonprofits and
Statewide Marist Poll shows housing is still number one issue for New Yorkers

Statewide Marist Poll shows housing is still number one issue for New Yorkers

February 25, 2026
Albany, NY A majority of New York State adults (59%) rate housing affordability as the top issue impacting the area where they live, followed by crime (18%), access to
Bronx Day in Albany Leadership Luncheon to spotlight housing development, real estate pressures and cost of doing business in New York

Bronx Day in Albany Leadership Luncheon to spotlight housing development, real estate pressures and ...

February 25, 2026
Albany, NY The Bronx Chamber of Commerce will convene state policymakers, real estate leaders and business executives for panel discussions at the Leadership Luncheon on March 10
Szwalbenest, Morris and Stewart of Cronheim Mortgage finance Walmart Plaza

Szwalbenest, Morris and Stewart of Cronheim Mortgage finance Walmart Plaza

January 27, 2026
Cobleskill, NY Cronheim Mortgage financed the Walmart shadow-anchored retail strip encompassing 24,506 s/f. Brandon Szwalbenest, Dev Morris, and Andrew Stewart placed the debt with an Oregon-based life
New York Building Congress opens Albany office

New York Building Congress opens Albany office

January 27, 2026
Albany, NY The New York Building Congress has opened a new office in Albany, strengthening its statewide presence and reinforcing its commitment to supporting and growing the built environment across New York State and beyond. The new office will deepen the organization’s engagement with state policymakers
Statement from Peale, CEO & executive director, Center for NYC Neighborhoods; and Brown, president & CEO, Empire Justice Center; on governor Hochul’s 2026 State of the State address

Statement from Peale, CEO & executive director, Center for NYC Neighborhoods; and Brown, president &...

January 14, 2026
We appreciate governor Hochul’s focus on tackling rising home insurance costs and the real pressures New Yorkers face in affording and keeping their homes in her State of the State address.
Statement from Garafalo, president of the NYSAR, on governor Hochul’s State of the State address

Statement from Garafalo, president of the NYSAR, on governor Hochul’s State of the State address

January 14, 2026
New York State’s nearly 60,000 Realtors support the intent of governor Kathy Hochul’s “Let Them Build” agenda. Changing the culture that currently impedes home building is one
Adirondack Capital Partners represents Dawn Homes in acquistion of 189-units

Adirondack Capital Partners represents Dawn Homes in acquistion of 189-units

January 13, 2026
Queensbury, NY Adirondack Capital Partners represented Dawn Homes Management in the acquisition of Whispering Pines Apartments — a 189-unit multifamily community — for an undisclosed price.
NYSCAR January 2026  president’s message - by Mercedes Brien

NYSCAR January 2026 president’s message - by Mercedes Brien

January 13, 2026
I am honored and excited to serve as president of the New York State Commercial Association of Realtors (NYSCAR) this year. It’s a privilege to work alongside such a dedicated group of professionals who share a passion for excellence and service in our industry.
Phillips of Largo Real Estate arranges $11.9 million mortgage refinancing

Phillips of Largo Real Estate arranges $11.9 million mortgage refinancing

January 13, 2026
Otsego County, NY Jack Phillips of Largo Real Estate Advisors successfully arranged an $11.9 million permanent first mortgage to refinance the existing debt and partially
Bronx Day in Albany 2026 set for March 10, 2026

Bronx Day in Albany 2026 set for March 10, 2026

December 22, 2025
Albany, NY The Bronx Chamber of Commerce today announced that registration is now open for sponsors and exhibitors for Bronx Day in Albany 2026, returning on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the Albany Capital Center. Businesses,
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