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Welcome September at these Long Island Fall Festivals
September is doubtless one of the best months of the year on Long Island, with beautiful weather, end-of-summer fun, and tons of great events for residents of all ages. Whether you're looking for a family outing, a local festival, live entertainment, or even an event where you can sample Long Island's best hard cider, you'll find it during September. Our REALTORS® are ready to enjoy the final days of summer, and we've put together a guide to six great events where you can celebrate September around Long Island.
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Buying a House: How Do I Raise My Credit Score?
Our REALTORS® get plenty of questions about credit score and how it relates to buying a house.
Many people are intimidated by the idea of being judged by their credit score. They may have had financial difficulties in the past that impacted their ability to maintain the average score.
Here's some good news: No credit score is perfect – most experts claim that attaining the highest possible score is nearly impossible. Lenders aren't actually looking for "the magic 850," either.
The other thing to know is this: Even if your credit score is lower than you'd like, you still have the chance to change it. Starting even a few months in advance can improve your credit score.
In recent years, lenders have generally relaxed their credit score requirements. Still, improving your score can result in a better loan with a lower APR. That may save you thousands of dollars.
Here's what you can do to raise your credit score:
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5 Things That Influence a Home's Value
One of the biggest challenges home sellers face is determining how to properly price their home. There are many things that impact the value of a home, and some are more obvious than others.
To help you out, our REALTORS® have created their list of the five things that can influence your home's value.
- Location
It's no secret that when it comes to real estate, location is key. When evaluating your home's value, the three primary concerns are the quality of the nearby schools, nearby employment opportunities, and proximity to entertainment, shopping, and recreational facilities. Convenient access to major highways and public transportation can also have an impact.
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August Summer Concerts on Long Island
The Concerts Continue on Long Island
Concerts are a big part of summer, and our REALTORS® want you in on the fun!
Long Island is known for its thriving music scene. Everything from the most refined orchestral scores to the iconic garage bands can be found on its shores. Concerts are a wonderful way to expand your musical taste and wind down the summer this August.
Many of them even take place outside so you can have a family picnic.
Free public performances are happening all over Long Island this summer. In fact, many towns and cities throughout the region have maintained these concerts for years. They're just one more reason you'll love to live in Long Island.
Let's look at some of the best summer concerts in August 2019:
- Northport Harbor Family Nights – Northport Main Street, Northport, NY 11768
Northport homes for sale benefit from many wonderful cultural events, most of them free. You can attend Northport Harbor Family Nights from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Fridays in August. Participants will enjoy live music and dining sponsored by top local restaurants. Vendors will be on hand with art and souvenirs, and an eye-catching selection of classic cars will be displayed.