riverhead: Looking To Buy a Retirement Condo on the North Fork of Long Island? Go Jump in a Lake!
- 08/07/08 06:18 AM
Authored by: Laurie MindnichAugust 7th, 2008 category: Buyers OK, not literally jump in a lake, but perhaps a toe dip in the community pool. The decision to leave a long term family home is tough enough; the notion of “starting fresh” often adds stress to those seeking a retirement condominium. Often termed “active adult” and “55-plus” communities, the premise is to offer a home surrounded with people of like-age and life stage for those no longer in need of a larger home. There are any number of opportunities on the North Fork of Long Island, from Riverhead to East Marion. When … (8 comments)
We were heading to the annual Clambake courtesy of the Flanders Men’s Club. While there were a few errands to run, the day was interrupted when that magnet sucked my car into a parked position. As happens so often on the North Fork of Long Island in the summer, locals and vendors pick a sunny day, and the race is on for those looking for that SOMETHING. Or ten. Below are a few photos of the ultimate tag sale experience on the North Fork of Long Island. Until next weekend.
The … (7 comments)
riverhead: Retirement Condos- North Fork, Long Island Report
- 12/30/07 11:02 AM
December 30th, 2007 Best wishes for a healthy and peaceful 2008! In the interest of those looking for condominiums on the North Fork of Long Island, the following is a market report, with information obtained fromMLS Long Island http://www.mlsli.com/. Aquebogue, New York condominium sales Jan. 2007- Dec. 2007 BY COMMUNITY: Silver Village: 2 sold; average price: $494,000. One 3 bed/2 bath; one 2 bed/3 bath. Common charges for this community are in the $223/month range. There are currently 4 homes available, ranging in price from $365k to $485k. Baiting Hollow, New York condominium sales Jan.2007-Dec.2007 BY COMMUNITY: The Bluffs: 5 sold; average price: $409,600. All sold were … (5 comments)
riverhead: SHOPPING ON THE NORTH FORK OF LONG ISLAND
- 12/16/07 07:07 AM
Authored by: Laurie MindnichDecember 16th, 2007 With just a few weeks to do holiday shopping, the motivation kicked in, and I headed to the Tanger Outlet in Riverhead, New York. The home of such fabulous outlet stores such as Coach, Ralph Lauren, J Crew, Ann Taylor, and a host of others, it seemed the logical gift-giving locale. For some items, it worked. For other more unique items, however, I found myself delighted with the Greenport, New York opportunities. Greenport, having experienced its own magical rejuvenation, offers gifts that TALK. I don’t mean whisper- I mean figuratively reach out and scream, … (2 comments)
riverhead: Why Retire on the North Fork of Long Island?
- 09/09/07 09:56 AM
September 9th, 2007 A question was posed to me recently about the benefits and/or motivation involved for individuals that choose to locate a retirement / second home on the North Fork of Long Island. For those individuals approaching their fifties, thoughts about where to “be” when the kids are gone is one that niggles- ideas about personal freedom and lower taxes notwithstanding, a very important factor is a “family friendly” location.
Being close, yet…a vacation away. For those of you that live mid-island, or in close proximity to the city, your transition from family home to ease of 55-plus living … (18 comments)
riverhead: A Riverhead, New York Festival Kicks Off A Saturday
- 08/22/07 12:57 PM
Authored by: Laurie Mindnich August 22nd, 2007 When people visit our east end of Long Island, whether to consider moving here, or simply for a summer getaway, the offerings are abundant every weekend. This Saturday, we decided to visit the Riverhead Polish Fair. It occurs every year in Polish Town, Riverhead, New York, and it sounded like a fun adventure. Parking at Riverhead High School, we made our way through the festival, noticing the green lawns of charming homes that are offered in this unique area- while small, their reminder of another period in time is very enticing. The lot … (13 comments)
riverhead: North Fork Long Island Sellers: Try Home Staging!
- 06/24/07 09:54 AM
Authored by: Options Realty -Laurie Mindnich June 24th, 2007 While most of you may be aware of the term “staging”, many people aren’t fully aware of the process. We recently had the pleasure of a staging experience with ValAllocco, Owner- STAGED 2 SELL NY. She clarified it for us, and for our sellers. We’d like to share the info that we learned at this meeting.
STAGING IS NOT EXPENSIVE. The staging consultation that we experienced was $200.00. For this, Val will come to your home and walks, room to room, making suggestions. This is done with the advice from her … (4 comments)
Having recently returned to Colorado after a 10 year hiatus, the changes are amazing- right along with the little trees that are now grown, new homes have undergone a similar growth- bigger, better, and more choices than ever!
Authored by: Laurie MindnichAugust 7th, 2008 category: Buyers
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