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June
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June 3rd, 2024 by

Long Island

Long Island is an incredible place to live, especially in the summer. The warmer months allow you to really enjoy the cool breeze coming off the water, as well as the many gorgeous trees and flowers that bloom in the local parks. If you'll be on Long Island this summer, our real estate agents suggest setting aside a little time to visit these top attractions. 

  • Christopher Morley Park Golf Course: 500 Searingtown Rd., Roslyn, NY 11576
    If you're in the mood for golf but don't have time to play a full 18 holes, then

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Categories: Area Information
Tags: Roslyn Heights, Local Attractions, Local Businesses, Suffolk County, Nassau County, local stores, local business, summer
Related Markets: Roslyn Heights
May
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May 29th, 2024 by

Long Island Surf

The gnarliest waves aren't found only on the West Coast. This summer, hang ten at these amazing surfing beaches around Long Island that are recommended by our real estate agents.

  • Sunken  Meadow State Park - Rte. 25A & Sunken Meadow Pkwy., Kings Park, NY 11754
    Sunken Meadow State Park, with its stunning views of Long Island Sound, features a wide range of activities on land and water. In addition to a popular swimming beach, there's a convenient launching spot o...

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Categories: Area Information
Tags: Local Attractions, Long Beach, Local Businesses, local stores, local business, outdoors
Related Markets: Long Beach
May
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May 28th, 2024 by

Summer Ice Cream

There's nothing like ice cream on a hot summer day. Long Island is full of artisan ice cream shops hoping to attract tourists and locals out enjoying the area's many beautiful beaches. Over the years, our real estate agents have gotten to know the best spots to stop by for a sweet summer treat. Keep reading to learn which Long Island ice cream shops they recommend most.

  • Coyle's Ice Cream – 75 Howells Road, Bay Shore, NY 11706
    Love the idea of visiting an old-fashioned 1950s ice cream parlor? You're in luck.

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Categories: Area Information
Tags: Massapequa, Local Attractions, Long Beach, Local Businesses, Farmingdale, Wantagh, local business, Long Island, summer, restaurants
Related Markets: Farmingdale , Long Beach , Massapequa , Wantagh
May
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May 20th, 2024 by

Open House

Hosting an open house is a great way to promote your home during the selling process. You'll greatly reduce the number of separate viewings you'll need to schedule, giving you more flexibility during this often chaotic time. 

However, this also greatly raises the stakes on the big day. You can't afford to make a bad impression on so many potential buyers. Luckily, there are many things you can do to make the event go smoothly. Get started with this checklist from our real estate agents. 

  • Declutter
    Since you're moving anyway, give yourself a head start on packing by boxing up any knickknacks and rarely-used household items you have lying...

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Categories: Real Estate Blogs
Tags: Open House weekend, Use a real estate agent to sell a home, Home buyer tips to open houses, Open House etiquette, negotiations for home buyers & sellers, Home selling
May
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May 15th, 2024 by
 Botanical Garden

Springtime on Long Island means it's time to get outside and experience this nice weather and sunshine. Wildflowers are blooming all around, and we're ready to enjoy them.

Luckily, there are plenty of places in Suffolk and Nassau Counties to do just that. These botanical gardens and arboretums are at the top of our real estate agents' list of great places to see spring blooms on Long Island. 

  • Clark Botanic Garden - 193 I U Willets Rd, Albertson, NY 11507
    Designed as a serene oasis amid suburban Nassau County, the

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Categories: Area Information
Tags: Long Island Properties, Local Attractions, Local Businesses, local stores, local business, outdoors, parks and recreation, gardens, Long Island
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