
One of the best parts about living on Long Island is we're surrounded by water! With hundreds of miles of coastlines and stunning beaches, coves, and harbors, exploring Long Island by water is a popular pastime of our REALTORS®. Local boat tours offer a great setting for special events, romantic dates, or family-friendly weekend activities. Many local companies are getting ready to open for the spring season. If you're ready to set sail, here are some of our favorite boat tour companies in the area.

An entire month dedicated to pies? With all the different types of tasty pies available, the treats deserve an entire month rather than just a day, so February has been designated as Great American Pie Month.

Are you getting ready to tie the knot in the next year or two? February is National Weddings Month, a time for couples to get serious about planning their nuptials—including picking the perfect venue. There's no shortage of romantic locations around Long Island, but some stand out from the rest. Here are a few spots that our REALTORS® recommend investigating this month.
Hewlett, NY – Howard Hanna | Coach Realtors is thrilled to announce the successful acquisition of V.I.Properties, a prominent brokerage based in Hewlett, NY. This strategic move is set to enhance Howard Hanna | Coach Realtors' market position and extend its footprint in the Hewlett and Five Towns area.
"We see great value in the acquisition, as it enables us to collaborate with an exceptionally dedicated team of real estate professionals," remarked Whitney Finn-LaCosta, CEO of Howard Hanna | Coach Realtors. She added, "With over twenty-five years of experience in the real estate sector, Natalya brings a wealth of knowledge. We are confident that Natalya and her team will play a significant role in our firm's ongoing expansion."
Under the leadership of Natalya Mikinberg, V.I. Properties has established itself as a reputable real estate brokerage, consistently delivering exceptional service to clients in the Five Towns area since 19...

If you enjoy bagels, then January 15th is bound to be one of your favorite days. It's National Bagel Day! This holiday was created to celebrate the bagel, a bready creation that became popular throughout North America in the late 20th century. All you need to do to celebrate is head to your local bagel shop and place an order. But what bagel shop should you visit for the occasion? Our REALTORS® have a few recommendations in the Long Island area.