People travel from across the country to enjoy the charms of Long Island during the summer, and living here means you get to enjoy it all without the hassles of travel. A summer staycation is the perfect way to experience the best attractions on Long Island with the whole family, especially if you enjoy the…

Before embarking on your well-deserved vacation, it’s essential to prepare your home for your time away. Our REALTORS® recommend these steps to ensure your house remains safe and ready for your return, so you can enjoy your trip without any anxiety. Secure Your Home  Ensure that all doors and windows are secure and that your…

Squatters’ rights, dating back to medieval England, have found their place in New York’s legal framework, granting occupants certain protections. The NY Post reports a 20% rise in squatting cases in NYC over the past two years, largely due to these rights. For New York property owners, understanding what are squatter’s rights is crucial, particularly…

Listen to this article The New York Department of State is offering $18 million in funding to assist local planning and development projects.  The money is to be awarded through three of the department’s programs, including its Smart Growth Community Planning and Zoning Program, Brownfield Opportunity Area Program and Local Waterfront Revitalization Program, according to…

Listen to this article Banners on fencing around the outside of a restaurant space at Walt Whitman Shops proclaim that Morgan’s Brooklyn Barbecue is coming soon, but that plan has gone up in smoke after a beef between the mall’s owner and the tenant has landed in court.  Walt Whitman Mall LLC, an affiliate of Indianapolis-based…

Living in your dream home can be a joy, but when a mortgage payment becomes a financial burden and credit card debts pile up, you might ask, “Should I sell my house to pay off debt?” But it is not easy to sell a home just to pay off debts. Dealing with debt can feel…

Are you considering selling your house below market value? This choice can seem daunting, yet it can lead to a quick and efficient sale under the right circumstances, especially in situations like financial hardship or when selling your house to a family or member.  Before you decide, it’s vital to understand how such a short…

Listen to this article A Long Island development firm received preliminary approval for economic incentives from the Town of Hempstead Industrial Development Agency to assist with the acquisition and renovation of an assisted living facility in Lynbrook.  D2K at Lynbrook LLC, an affiliate of Jericho-based B2K Development, currently has a minority ownership stake of the…

Listen to this article Premier Veterinary Medical Group, an emergency animal hospital and clinic, has relocated to Rockville Centre.  Formerly in Valley Stream, the veterinary group’s new 9,000-square-foot facility is now located at 120 North Village Avenue in Rockville Centre.  The single-story office building, which is on .37 acres and located two blocks north of…