Advocacy
GRAR advocates on a grassroots, hometown level on behalf of our members and all property owners to foster a sound and dynamic local real estate market that creates a vibrant community in which we live and work.
The Greater Rochester Association of REALTORS® renews its pledge to help our families, friends and neighbors pursue the American Dream of home ownership, and we will fight against obstacles that make it more difficult for every member of our community to buy, own and invest in real estate.
GRAR has a strong advocacy group, an annual lobby day trip and a local legislative liaison program. We also have strong industry partner relationships that enhance our advocacy, community building and economic development efforts (Home Builders, Mortgage Bankers, Downtown Development Corp, NYSCAR, WCR, Rochester Design Center, Landmark Society, Greater Rochester Enterprise, etc.)
Monroe County Resources
Real Estate Resources
City of Rochester
Re-Imagine ROC Housing
In partnership with community, business, and government representatives, GRAR is developing solutions for the housing shortage in our region. By working directly with local officials, our mission is to improve accessibility to affordable, safe housing by removing bureaucratic obstacles to real estate development.
Local Government
Are You Involved In Local Government?
The GRAR Industry Advocacy Committee is asking all Members who hold any type of local governmental office or position (Or are considering running for elected office) to please let us know! As part of our grassroots level relationship building effort, we would like to be able to share information of any issues/concerns relating to home ownership and the real estate industry with the aim of advancing support on County and State levels. Please contact Karen Herbst at 585-341-2123 and let her know what position you hold in which municipality. Your response is greatly appreciated!
If you are aware of a new law, ordinance or resolution being proposed in your local municipality that may be a hindrance on real property owners’ rights or impede your ability to represent your clients in a real estate transaction, please contact GRAR and together we will make sure the REALTOR® Voice is heard!
County Government Resources
State Government
Learn more from the following links:
- NYS State Officials
- NYS Senate
- NYS Assembly
- NYS Website
- NYS Department of State (DOS)
- NYS Departments & Agencies
- NYS Board of Elections
Read information on current State Issues
Federal Government
Learn more from the following links:
- White House
- Senate
- House of Representatives
- Democratic National Committee
- Republican National Committee
- Thomas – The Library of Congress
- Search PAC contributions to Federal Candidates
Read information on current Federal Issues
Make Your Voice Heard
Register To Vote
One of the most important ways to further the REALTOR® agenda is to vote. Are you registered to vote? If not, it’s easy to do so*. Click here to begin the process.
To find your polling place, voter registration info and elected officials:
Calls for Action
When Congress is considering legislation that affects the real estate industry, NAR calls on its members to act. Simply by contacting your Member of Congress through an e-mail or a phone call, you can ensure that your business remains strong. NAR members join together and speak with one loud, powerful voice.
Coalitions & Advocacy Partners
GRAR believes that partnerships are important in building a better real estate community.
That’s why we are actively engaged in partnerships and coalitions that allow us to be the Voice of Real Estate in our region.
