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August 10, 2025

GLVR, PAR, and NAR Prevail in Federal Lawsuit

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® is pleased to report that on July 31, 2025, Judge Joseph F. Leeson of the U.S. Eastern District Court of Pennsylvania dismissed, with prejudice, all claims brought by a former member against GLVR, PAR, NAR,…
August 10, 2025

Monroe County Undergoing Reassessment

Monroe County has announced plans for a county-wide property reassessment, a multi-year process with new values set to take effect in 2028. The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® has long supported revenue-neutral, county-wide reassessments as the most equitable way to tax…
June 2025 market update
July 14, 2025

GLVR Reports Strong June Housing Market with Record Prices, Rising Sales

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® (GLVR) reported June data showed a landmark month with the median sale price hitting an all-time high of $370,000 and closed sales rising 9.3 percent year‑over‑year. GLVR Members: Click HERE to view the full Market Update report…
July 2, 2025

Homeownership: A Key to Building Wealth and Stability

In Pennsylvania, about 71% of households own their home, compared to about 65.7% of households nationwide. But what does homeownership really mean?“A home is more than just a place to live,” said Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® President Michael Bernadyn. “Homeownership…
GLVR visiting Capitol Hill
June 30, 2025

GLVR Advocates at the Pa. Capitol During REALTOR® Day on the Hill

Leadership and members of the Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®’ Thrive Group traveled to Harrisburg last week as part of the Pennsylvania Association of REALTORS®’ Annual REALTOR® Day on the Hill. GLVR members attended an informal legislative reception and held meetings…
June 19, 2025

Asher’s Advocacy Corner: 2025 Mid-Year Legislative Highlights

By Asher Schiavone, Government Affairs Director, Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® https://youtu.be/msuIGD4lXnE?si=0a7hcUXKZbuN-0du GLVR Government Affairs Director Asher Schiavone breaks down the key legislative actions and advocacy efforts from the first half of 2025, highlighting how GLVR is protecting your business and…
June 16, 2025

Easton Tables “Mandatory” Landlord Training Program, Passes “Voluntary” Program

Easton City Council in February proposed the Landlord Engagement Program, which would have required residential rental landlords to complete annual training as a condition of renewing their annual rental registration license. Staff and leadership with the Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS®…
Market Update Graphic - May 2025
June 16, 2025

Lehigh Valley Real Estate Market: Strong Demand Battles Limited Supply

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® (GLVR) reported May data showed buyer demand remains evident in the local real estate market, with homes selling quickly and pending sales on the rise. However, a persistent lack of inventory continues to limit the…
GLVR Leadership with Ryan Mackenzie
June 10, 2025

Pushing for Housing Policy: GLVR Meets with Congressman Mackenzie

Members of the Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® met with U.S. Congressman Ryan Mackenzie during the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Legislative Meetings in Washington, D.C. The visit followed the U.S. House’s passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which…
June 9, 2025

Salisbury Township Requiring Sewer Lateral Inspections, Repairs

Salisbury Township passed ORDINANCE NO. 04-2025-674, adopting regulations to require the testing, inspection, repair, and replacement of sewers and sewer laterals for certain structures in the township including existing non-residential buildings and upon resale of residential builds and to provide for remedies…