Listen to this article Executives from a dozen Long Island auto dealerships joined a statewide effort to increase the region’s number of organ donors. The auto dealers attended a luncheon last week at Toku Modern Asian in Manhasset hosted by the New York State and Greater New York Automobile Dealers Associations, Donate Life New York…
Cheeseburgers are an American favorite with their own special day to celebrate. Head out to try one on September 18, designated as National Cheeseburger Day. Whether you’re looking for a simple yet delicious option or you crave an upscale cheeseburger, you’ll have plenty of restaurants to choose from. Our real estate agents suggest trying any…
Listen to this article Suffolk County adopted a controversial new law this week that establishes a planning program for what it deems “regionally significant” development projects. However critics are calling the county’s Regional Planning Alliance Program a power grab and some municipal officials say their towns will likely decline to participate. The initiative is designed…
If you’re noticing more dust, musty orders, and pet hair in your home, it may be time to clean your air ducts. Many homeowners overlook the importance of regular air duct cleaning, but our real estate agents know it’s necessary for a clean home and healthy air quality. Take a look at five important reasons…
Listen to this article A former Woodmere fire commissioner has been convicted in a fraud scheme involving sending falsified court documents in a multimillion-dollar lawsuit against the Woodmere Fire District and Fire Department as well as Nassau County, officials said. Judah Karkowsky was convicted of sending a knowingly falsified court transcript to a representative of…
When you’re looking for a new home, you will likely find some features you love and other features that you can’t wait to change. Whether the problem is bad paint colors, outdated bathroom fixtures, tiny closets, old electrical outlets, or broken hardware, our real estate agents know that even small updates can make a big…
Listen to this article Ian K. White, a higher education administrator with two decades of experience, recently joined New York Institute of Technology as registrar. White will oversee an office of 11 staff members and report directly to Joseph Posillico, vice president for enrollment management. As registrar, White will work closely with the Office of…
You’re ready to sell your home, and you know that to get the best offer, it’s essential to get your home ready for showings. To properly prepare your home, it’s important to know how quickly you can ready your home for listing. The time it takes to get your home sale-ready depends on its current…
Listen to this article Boston-based Santander Bank, which has 20 locations across Long Island, is now servicing 100% of a $9 billion multifamily New York-based real estate portfolio, which was previously held by the failed Signature Bank. Santander, in December of 2023, had closed a transaction with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), forming a…
It’s natural to be excited when your home offer is accepted, but our real estate agents remind clients that many steps remain before the seller hands over the keys. Real estate transactions are highly complex processes with many moving pieces, so it’s normal to experience some bumps along the way. The best ways to navigate potential…