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Selling a home on Long Island

Pricing, prep, showings, offers, and the repairs that pay for themselves. What actually moves a Long Island house, and what only costs you money.

What Should Long Island Buyers Know About Storm Surge Risk

Buyers checking out your listing this fall will look up your flood zone before they look up your kitchen. If your house sits near the Sound or the ocean, expect questions

2026-09-05

Should I List My Long Island Home This Fall

Yes. Early fall is often called the second selling season, and on Long Island it works because buyers who struck out over the summer are still looking, and they want to c

2026-09-05

Why Nassau transfer tax calculators keep overcharging you

Several well known closing cost calculators tell Nassau sellers to expect double the transfer tax they actually owe. Here is the math error, and the proof.

2026-08-16

Who pays what at a Long Island closing

Every closing splits the bill two ways. Here is the whole ledger, seller column and buyer column, so nothing surprises you in week six.

2026-08-12

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