Posts from September 2019

Everything old is new again, which is why consignment shops benefit buyers and sellers alike. Offering your used but well-cared-for items on consignment provide an eco-friendly option for pre-move decluttering as well as a creative way to pick up extra cash for your down payment.

Join our REALTORS® in celebrating National Consignment Day on Monday, October 7 with a visit to one of these unique consignment shops around Long Island.

1. Lucky Finds Boutique - 7A N. Park Ave., Rockville Centre 11570
   How can you go wrong with a shop called Lucky Finds Boutique? Readers of Long Island Express voted Lucky Finds, located nearby Rockville Centre homes for sale, "Best Thrift/Consignment Store in Long Island" four years in a row. Thanks to owner Shannon McComb's discerning eye and knowledge of her clientele, racks at Lucky Finds display an ever-changing assortment of chic and trendy designer clothes and accessories. Hours are 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday. Review of consignment items is by appointment.

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Buying a house is a big deal, whether you're moving across town or across the country. Of course, a long-distance move to a different state comes with its own unique challenges, starting with how to shop for the right home across state lines. How do you shop, when you can't readily visit target homes and neighborhoods? Our REALTORS® love helping buyers find the right home no matter their location, and we've put together key tips to help you buy a home in a different state.

• Start By Contacting Your Coach Real Estate AgentMoving to a new state means you'll have a harder time doing extensive research in person, so contacting a local expert takes on added importance. You can learn pl...

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Some holidays don't require much explanation or instruction to enjoy, even if you're celebrating them for the first time. Such is the case with National Drink Beer Day, which is observed every year on September 28. This holiday is exactly what it sounds like – the perfect excuse to get out and explore all of the amazing breweries around Long Island! Our area is home to a diverse collection of award-winning local breweries, which produce some of the best craft beer in the country. Our REALTORS® are ready to celebrate, and we've got the inside scoop on 6 great Long Island breweries where you can raise a toast on National Drink Beer Day.

1. Sand City Brewing Co. – 60 Main St., Northport, NY 11768
   Located just a short trip from Northport homes for sale you'll find Sand City Brewing Co., one of Long Island's most popular craft breweries. The tasting room at Sand City Brewing is the place to be, with beer by the pint or flight. Everything is created on-site at this award-winning local brewery, so come try a taste of Long Island.

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Moving to a new city is an exciting time.  A whole new place to explore, new friends to make, and new experiences to have.  But it can also feel scary and a lot out of your comfort zone.  Where will your new favorite pizza place be?  Who will you go to yoga class with on Tuesday nights?  It will take a little planning and a willingness to explore, but these tips will have your new city feeling like home in no time.  Our REALTORS® are experts in the area and can help you to make the transition as simple as possible.

1. Walk Around Town
   Play tourist in your new city.  Head downtown, pick a street and get lost.  The best way to truly learn the ins and outs of a city is to explore it on foot.  You might find places that you would love to visit (like that favorite new pizza place) but would ordinarily miss as you zoom past on your way to work.  Grab your walking shoes and see what you can find.

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