real estate: Great news: The Suffolk theater reopening in Riverhead - March 1st 2013!
- 02/28/13 04:47 AM
What better sign of a revival of a down town business district than the reopening of the beautiful Suffolk Theater on Main Street in Riverhead! If you have not seen Main Street lately - you will be surprised and you should re-visit the East Main Street area and Riverfront! The new Hyatt and Atlantis Aquarium complex, a series of new and renovated restaurants including but not limited to the Athens Grill, the little gem of the Turkuaz Grill and the always popular Riverhead Project should have given an indication of the exciting news from our Western neighbor Riverhead!
After many … (1 comments)
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real estate: Little Gull Island Lighthouse: Gavel fell at Auction for $381,000
- 12/28/12 02:36 AM
Yet another sign of an improving Real Estate Market in the East End:
Little Gull Island & Lighthouse The gavel finally fell on a historic landmark known to any LI Sound Sailor. According to the GSA, (General Services Administration) the 1-acre rocky Little Gull Island (some 8 miles east of Orient Point) and its 450 Ft2 1869 built Lighthouse sold for $381,000 on October 25th 2012.
Little Gull Lighthouse Interior According to Newsday, the new owner (who was in competition with the New London Maritime Society which owns New London Harbor Lighthouse) is Mr. Fred Plum, owner of Plumb products … (2 comments)
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real estate: Do you know how well your agent cooperates with other agents?
- 05/16/12 06:47 AM
An issue some home owners often forget when choosing a Real Estate Agent (after interviewing the agent, establishing you enjoy working with the agent and quizzing their knowledge and marketing savvy) : how well does your agent cooperate with other agents?
This cooperation may have far reaching consequences for the exposure your home gets, the number of showings (and feedback) your property gets, and yes: even the price you may eventually fetch.
The National Association of Realtors (NAR), New York State Association of Realtors (NYSAR) and your regional Real Estate Boards such as HANFRA (whose members only may use the tradename "Realtors (TM) )" ) … (51 comments)
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real estate: GREENPORT TALL SHIPS 2012 - SEE HISTORY COME ALIVE IN THE MARITIME VILLAGE
- 05/16/12 05:56 AM
This memorial Day Weekend (May26-27 and 28) the maritime village of Greenport is hosting the Tall Ships Challenge 2012! Although many ships van be viewed from adjoining docks and waterfront areas - the village sells tickets to truly participate in the event
The TALL SHIPS CHALLENGE® Race is a series of sailing races, cruises, crew rallies and maritime festivals organized by Tall Ships America in conjunction with US and Canadian ports on the Pacific and Atlantic Coasts of North America and in the Great Lakes.
Traditionally-rigged sailing vessels from Canada, the US and other countries are crewed by youth (either civilians … (0 comments)
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real estate: HAPPY NEW YEAR - IN REAL ESTATE on the North Fork
- 01/03/12 08:42 AM
The big question is - what will 2012 bring in business - besides the health and peace we all hope for - especially in the Real Estate Market?
Is an investment in Real Estate a good one right now on the North Fork? In this blog I will try and provide a lot of information to allow you to come to one conclusion - besides the shear enjoyment of a (second) home in our beautiful East End region, an hour and a half outside of Manhattan's mid-town tunnel...: YES!
Who would have thought that the budget deficit in Greece would affect … (0 comments)
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real estate: GREENPORT: NORTH FORK BOOM-TOWN
- 08/11/09 09:15 AM
Remember you learned about this great secret at Town & Country's blog first: a leg up on all the people searching for fabulous real estate opportunities: one for the record books:
(And don't forget about us when you become rich and famous.....) this is a bit of a long blog: the secret is at the end of the blog! Shhhh don't tell anyone.......
The charming and historic maritime village of Greenport, judged by the number and caliber of new business openings lately, this Town is booming. Without any exaggeration. Much of the news centers around the theme of what everybody loves on the North … (0 comments)
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real estate: Rebounding North Fork Homes Sales in April and May 2009! Tips for sellers on how to profit!
- 06/14/09 08:16 AM
For all who follow my stats on contracts signed -most current, least delayed snapshot of the market on the North Fork- great news!
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April and May 2009 were better than April and May last year in number of homes going into contract. May showed 4 remarkeable high end transactions on the North Fork. Yes: multiple offers are back when homes are priced right. But make no mistake - the market remains value sensitive: buyers are looking for value. And asking prices may show further adjustments down. That's still all good news!
Overpriced homes remain on the market but priced-right properties … (0 comments)
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real estate: HENRY HUDSON FOUND(ED) MANHATTAN 400 YEARS AGO
- 06/14/09 05:27 AM
image from www.OnlyinHolland.com
The Netherlands America Foundation (NAF) and the Henry Hudson 400 Foundation are preparing for a year of celebrations of Dutch American heritage, specifically surrounding the founding of Nieuw Amsterdam (AKA New York - Manhattan) by Henry Hudson for the West Indische Compagnie (WIC) from Amsterdam. As already mentioned by John Nickles (HANFRA President), the purchase of Manhattan by Peter Stuyvesant is truly one of these deals any Realtor (tm) would have wanted to be a part of!
In September a visit by the the Prince of Orange, HRH Prince Willem Alexander of the Netherlands and his beautiful Argentine wife, Princess Maxima, and a … (0 comments)
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real estate: 55th annual North Fork Strawberry Festival - Mattituck
- 06/12/09 11:15 AM
One of the signs that Summer's almost here: the 55th annual Mattituck Strawberry Festival which will be held June 19-21 at Strawberry Fields in Mattituck: take a drive with the kids - they will love it! A uniquely North Fork event!
While you are out :check out what your Real Estate dollar can buy on the North Fork and let us show you some homes before the Fireworks at Strawberry Field... call our North fork offices in Mattituck (631 298 0600) or Southold (631 765 0500) or visit www.1townandcountry.com
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real estate: Canine Classic at Castello Di Borghese in Cutchogue - Today!
- 05/16/09 03:29 AM
The annual Canine Classic is held today at Castello di Borghese today; as every year, Marco and Anne Marie Borghese host this event at their beautiful vineyard off Alvahs Lane in Cutchogue:
The ‘Cutchogue Canine Classic' is designed as a fund-raising opportunity for:
The Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind and America's Vet Dogs, The North Fork Animal Welfare League, Kent Animal Shelter and SAVES, Inc.,
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real estate: Theater and Arts on the North Fork
- 05/15/09 09:49 AM
The Season's of to a great start for the arts on the North Fork: the North Fork Community Theater is getting rave reviews for its new production of the Sound of Music; May 14-31st in Mattituck, for more infomation click below:
Get your first look at the new ownership of the Jedediah Hawkins Inn and Restaurant
while visiting the opening of the art show of 30 brand new and never seen before works by Max Moran, one of the East End/North Fork's most celebrated artists: Opening May 24th, 4-8pm, show ends July 5th, 2009, 400 South Jamesport Ave, Jamesport, NY … (0 comments)
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real estate: REAL ESTATE ON THE NORTH FORK REBOUNDS STRONGLY IN APRIL 09
- 05/04/09 11:26 AM
People who have followed my blog and the statistics I keep on the most current Real Estate Data on the North Fork RE Activity were already aware, but, honestly, I am glad that the facts are now supporting my optimism since February: the number of days homes sit on the market before they sell fell, median price rebounded a bit, and April of 2009 beat April of 2008 hands down in number of transactions, number of transactions above $1 million, although total salesvolume in dollars still fell a bit behind (a lot of lower priced sales of attractively priced homes - value … (0 comments)
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real estate: CUTCHOGUE ST PATRICK DAY PARADE SUPPORTED BY GREEN T&C BALLOONS
- 03/22/09 10:37 AM
Town and Country balloons adorn one of the parade's major attractions; the horse & carriage courtesy of the North Fork Horsemen's Association...
Hundreds of people enjoyed the St Patricks Day parade in Cutchogue... the kids of the North Fork and their parents came out in full force to enjoy a very crowded Down Town where North Fork Chamber President Joe Corso announced the participants in fornt of Fisherman's restaurant on Main Road. Recently appointed North Fork Agent Advisor for T&C, Nicholas Planamento and his Golden Retrievers Schuyler and Fleur carried the Torch for Town and Country. The people of Cutchogue seemed … (0 comments)
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real estate: Pending Home Sales Up - 1/3 short and distressed sales: A piece of advice!
- 02/03/09 10:13 AM
December Pending Home Sales were UP nationally 6.3%, (Northeast down 1.7%).... roughly 1/3 distressed and short sales. http://www.realtor.org/research/research/phsdata
Sellers: your competition is selling lower... be aggressive in your pricing and do not deal with offers as you did when it was a selelrs market... Be nice to all buyers and counter aggressively.
Buyers: Indications are that we're bouncing around the bottom, probably, great time to buy! Pull that trigger and if you think the market's still lower than a seller's asking price suggests, make offers now at where you think the bottom will be...and prevent the competition outbidding you once everyone knows … (1 comments)
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real estate: Buyer representation & buyer agency for real estate buyers in North Fork Wine Country: A no-brainer!
- 01/10/09 04:39 AM
It seems a no brain-er: when you are buying real estate you should have a broker, a knowledgeable expert who works for you, not for the seller. Someone who can show you the good AND the bad about a home.
Yet, in our area, most deals are done with real estate agents who work for the sellers. And buyers are left in the cold, working with sellers agents, "the enemy" as some people say. In my experience, consumers are not clearly aware of the important ramifications of the fact they are working with a sellers agent when they make what often is one … (0 comments)
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real estate: Long Island Winter Fest - Off Season on the North Fork at its best!
- 01/03/09 02:02 AM
It's after the Holidays and the snow is falling.... and the North Fork is getting busier again. The Winter Fest and its 2009 Jazz- theme are allowing daytrippers and weekenders from all over the world, from Manhattan to Tokyo, Boston to London and Munich, to come and enjoy the bountiful harvest of the North Fork, wine, seafood, local produce and potatoes, the waterfront and winter walk beaches, the ferries to shop a day in Sag Harbor or Greenport, Love Lane, Atlantis Aquarium, or just rural landscapes and nature. It's great, the long lines and crowds are gone and all seems even … (0 comments)
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real estate: Great Deals for Wine Enthusiasts on the North Fork: Beat the crowds and come over while the season's slow.
- 01/02/09 07:30 AM
North Fork Wine Country has great deals to offer in this weak economy; most vineyards are slow during the off season, and even more so now. When I drive by the vineyards I see sales and discounted wines, and some of the vineyards now have sales in their shops as well. Beat the crowds and visit the vineyards! Also the B&Bs have specials you can enjoy.
And once you are here, you may find Real Estate on sale... your chance to get in and look around, let us help you! Call Nicholas or JOan at 631 298 4646 or visit … (0 comments)
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real estate: North Fork Market - 37% fewer contracts signed over $1 Million in 2008
- 12/30/08 02:00 AM
It is true that the North Fork Market held up relatively well compared to other regions... Nevertheless, the wake-up call for sellers is now: 37% fewer contracts in 2008, 26% fewer contracts signed overall, and 27% down in volume is not that great either. And this trend seems to have worsened in December with only 4 contracts signed on the real North Fork according to MLS...What better environment to make offers and get them accepted when sellers are presented with these statistics! When sales volume slows to a tiny trickle the imbalance will only allow for more transactions with an increase … (0 comments)
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real estate: What's really going on in Real Estate Sales on the North Fork?
- 11/30/08 05:29 AM
The Real Estate Market -and this should not come to any serious Real Estate Professional's , buyer's or seller's surprise- has slowed down. This slow down has two components, each with its own dynamics, but one influencing the other:
volume of transactions price levels. It is important and necessary to get a grip on what is really going on, for sellers to see what their properties realistically are worth in today's market, and for buyers to see where the value lies. And look at the facts to discover the positive side of this market.
A good measure of what is really happening … (0 comments)
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real estate: Is now the time to buy a home on the North Fork?
- 10/19/08 06:07 AM
With all the turmoil in the credit markets, following the stock market's wild gyrations, people are still buying and selling homes on the North Fork. I give you that it was a little slow transaction-wise, but the transactions I saw were good ones by smart sellers and even smarter buyers.
Investing wisely and making money require -besides spreading risk- common sense and thinking just a little bit ahead of the others: and don't forget to step aside while the lemmings jump off the cliff.
And make no mistake: people are still making a lot of money even in today's stock market, also when its … (0 comments)
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