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By Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff, Listing & Selling Long Island Real Estate
(Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - crrli.com. We are Lic. Assoc. Broker/Lic. RE Salesperson)
The right buyer may already be waiting for your condo at The Meadows! We currently have buyers who are patiently watching for the right opportunity to become available for a 2-bedroom unit with a garage at The Meadows.If you’ve been thinking about making a move, this could be a great time to talk. Before you put your home on the market, let’s discuss what your condo could be worth and how we can connect it with the buyers that we have waiting! Call Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff, REALTORS®Cell: 631-805-4400.
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By Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff, Listing & Selling Long Island Real Estate
(Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - crrli.com. We are Lic. Assoc. Broker/Lic. RE Salesperson)
The Long Island Condo Community Specialists Kensington Gardens • St. James, Long Island    WE SELL AT KENSINGTON GARDENS IN ST. JAMES. Will Your Unit Be Our Next Sale? Buyers Are Looking, Watching & Waiting! CALL OUR CELL: 631-805-4400 Lawrence and Sheila Agranoff, REALTORS® We Know Kensington Gardens.We Know How to Sell Here.
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By Carmelo Ginés, Broker / Owner -Albany, NY & surrounding Towns
(CKM Team Realty)
Mortgage rates are once again making headlines, and this latest move is significant enough that both buyers and sellers should pay attention.According to Mortgage Bankers Association data reported on October 7, the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose to 7.49% for the week ending October 2, up 19 basis points and reaching its highest level since November 2023. Mortgage applications also declined 4.2% as borrowing costs increased.Just days earlier, Freddie Mac had reported its 30-year average jumping from 7.03% to 7.28% its largest weekly increase in four years.For buyers and sellers here in the Capital District, numbers like these matter. But a rising mortgage rate does not automatically mean buyers should stop looking for a home or sellers should postpone putting their propert...
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By Thomas Santore Lic Associate Real Estate Broker, Realtor®-ABR-Land, Residential & Commercial Sa
(Coldwell Banker Realty/Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT)
Ask the Land Guy: Engineering Review—The Step That Turns Guesswork Into ClarityWhen it comes to vacant land, one of the biggest mistakes an owner or buyer can make is assuming that because a parcel looks buildable, it actually is.A beautiful piece of land may have plenty of acreage and road frontage, but that doesn't necessarily tell us where—or even whether—a home can actually be built. That’s where an engineering review becomes extremely valuable.An engineer can take many of the questions surrounding a property and begin replacing assumptions with facts.They may evaluate zoning and setbacks, topography and slopes, wetlands and buffers, drainage, driveway access, septic feasibility, well location, utilities, easements, road frontage and the potential building envelope.Why Does This Mat...
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By Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff, Listing & Selling Long Island Real Estate
(Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - crrli.com. We are Lic. Assoc. Broker/Lic. RE Salesperson)
The Long Island Community SpecialistsIslip Landing Subdivision | Central Islip, Long Island Today Let's Visit Islip Landing Condos in Central Islip Long Island, brought to you as a courtesy by Lawrence "Larry" and Sheila Agranoff, Licensed Associate Broker & Licensed RE Salesperson. Opened in 2008, the community is surrounded by Medea Way and Maya Circle. These are attached structures with 2, 3 and some 4-bedroom units. Some have a garage, and some may have a basement, when available. Central air conditioning, gas heat, and backyard patios or balconies part of the units. When these units were constructed, the Floor Plans were The Aspen Condo, The Sierra and The Magnolia Townhouses. You can reach Islip Landing from the Southern State Parkway to Exit 43A, Continue North on Carleton Ave to...
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By Thomas Santore Lic Associate Real Estate Broker, Realtor®-ABR-Land, Residential & Commercial Sa
(Coldwell Banker Realty/Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT)
Ask the Land Guy: What Is the Difference Between Landlocked and Land With Legal Access?When you're buying or selling vacant land, one of the first questions you should ask is:“Does the property have legal access?”A parcel can contain 2 acres, 10 acres, or even 100 acres—but if there is no legal way to reach it, you may have a serious problem.That brings us to an important distinction: landlocked property versus property with legal access.What Does “Landlocked” Mean?A property is generally considered landlocked when it does not have direct access to a public road and does not have an established legal right to cross another property to reach one.You might be able to physically walk or drive to the parcel through a neighboring property, but that does not necessarily mean you have legal a...
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By Thomas Santore Lic Associate Real Estate Broker, Realtor®-ABR-Land, Residential & Commercial Sa
(Coldwell Banker Realty/Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT)
Ask the Land Guy: What Is a Buildable Envelope?When you look at a vacant parcel, you might see 2 acres, 5 acres, or even 20 acres and think there is plenty of room to build.But here's one of the most important things I tell landowners:You don't build on the acreage. You build inside the buildable envelope.So, What Is a Buildable Envelope?The buildable envelope is the portion of a property where a home or other permitted structure can actually be placed after taking zoning requirements and site restrictions into consideration.Think of it as the usable area that's left after everything else is accounted for.A parcel may contain 5 acres on paper, but once an engineer evaluates the property, the area available for a house could be surprisingly small.What Can Reduce the Buildable Envelope?Se...
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By Thomas Santore Lic Associate Real Estate Broker, Realtor®-ABR-Land, Residential & Commercial Sa
(Coldwell Banker Realty/Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT)
Ask the Land Guy: Let's Talk Topography—What Is the Land Telling You?When I walk a piece of vacant land, one of the first things I look at isn't the acreage.I look at the topography.Why? Because the shape of the land can tell you a great deal about its potential—and sometimes about the problems hiding behind an attractive number of acres.A parcel may contain 5, 10 or even 20 acres, but that doesn't necessarily mean all those acres are usable.The Land Is Always Telling You SomethingIs the property relatively level?Does it rise gradually from the road?Does it drop sharply?Is there a ridge or plateau that could provide an excellent homesite?Are there low areas where water may collect?Are there steep slopes that could make construction more difficult?These are things I start evaluating the ...
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By Thomas Santore Lic Associate Real Estate Broker, Realtor®-ABR-Land, Residential & Commercial Sa
(Coldwell Banker Realty/Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT)
Ask the Land Guy: Can an Easement Actually Increase the Value of Your Property? When landowners hear the word “easement,” they often assume it means a restriction—and therefore a lower property value. Sometimes that's true. But here's something many landowners don't realize: The right easement can actually make a property more useful, more buildable and potentially more valuable. What Is an Easement? An easement gives someone the legal right to use a specific portion of another property for a particular purpose. With vacant land, common easements include access or right-of-way easements, utility easements, drainage easements, shared-driveway easements and sewer or water easements. The important question isn't simply, “Does the property have an easement?” It's “What does that easement al...
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By Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff, Listing & Selling Long Island Real Estate
(Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - crrli.com. We are Lic. Assoc. Broker/Lic. RE Salesperson)
In a competitive market, it’s easy to start thinking that if you don’t move fast enough, you’ll miss your chance.But buying a Long Island home isn’t a race. A house can check most of the boxes and still not be worth stretching your budget, overlooking a concern, or making a decision you’re not comfortable with just because someone else is interested.Sometimes the smartest thing a buyer can say is, “This one isn’t for us.”There will be another house. Maybe not tomorrow, and maybe not exactly what you expected, but the right home is worth waiting for.That’s where having the right agent matters. We’ll help you look at the whole picture, not just the house, so you can make a decision you feel good about! If you’re thinking about buying a Long Island home or condo, we look forward to working...
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By Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff, Listing & Selling Long Island Real Estate
(Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - crrli.com. We are Lic. Assoc. Broker/Lic. RE Salesperson)
"Where Will Everything Go?""We Need More Storage."Sound familiar? It's one of the most common concerns we hear from Long Island homeowners who are considering a move to a smaller home, condo, or 55+ community. While they're ready to give up the yard work, snow shoveling, and fewer stairs, they're often worried about where everything will go.Years of collecting things add up. For many homeowners, the next chapter isn’t about more space for things but it’s about the right space. Collections, old clothing, hobby supplies even those extra chairs and tools in the garage and all those holiday decorations in the attic do add up. Many homeowners are surprised to discover that a smaller home can work beautifully, but only if it has the right storage options.That's why features like garages, base...
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By Thomas Santore Lic Associate Real Estate Broker, Realtor®-ABR-Land, Residential & Commercial Sa
(Coldwell Banker Realty/Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT)
Ask the land guy whether I should sell land in a slow market the answer depends on your holding costs, urgency, and how much flexibility you have on price.A practical way to think about it: Sell now if you need liquidity, carrying costs are high, or you have a strong offer relative to comparable recent sales. Wait if you can comfortably hold the property and believe there are realistic catalysts for improved demand or value. Middle ground: market it now but price it realistically, or consider seller financing/other terms to broaden the buyer pool. In a slow market, pricing based on current comparable sales—not what you paid or hope it’s worth—is especially important. If you give me the location, acreage/property type, asking price, what you owe (if anything), annual carrying costs, and ...
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By Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff, Listing & Selling Long Island Real Estate
(Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - crrli.com. We are Lic. Assoc. Broker/Lic. RE Salesperson)
The Long Island Condo Community SpecialistsFairfield at St. JamesWe are Fairfield at St James Condo Community Specialists in St James, Long Island.We are very familiar with all the variety of floor plans. We List, SELL and Buy here and we can get your Fairfield at St. James condo or townhouse SOLD too! Lawrence and Sheila Agranoff, REALTORS® Cell: 631-805-4400 
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By Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff, Listing & Selling Long Island Real Estate
(Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - crrli.com. We are Lic. Assoc. Broker/Lic. RE Salesperson)
 The Long Island Condo Community SpecialistsSunken Pond Condos Today we are featuring the 55+ Community of Sunken Pond Estates in Riverhead Long Island. Located in Long Island's Suffolk County NY, Sunken Pond Estates is a Code Gated Condo community.  Opened in 2005 in Riverhead New York, these are attached units in groupings with Ranch style, 2 Story units, and upper and lower-level floor plans. You can reach this Condo from The Long Island Expressway Exit 73 to Mills and Middle Road. The community is surrounded by street names of Pebble Beach Path, Winged Foot Way, Augusta Alley, Baltusrol Blvd, Amen Corner, Carnoustie Ct, and Saint Andrews Avenue. For the enjoyment of the owners, Sunken Pond has a clubhouse, cozy gym, outdoor pool, card room, bocci, and a putting green.  Included in t...
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By Phyllis Lerner call 914.438.7556, Corcoran Legends Realty
(Corcoran Legends Realty)
SALE PENDING - sold very fast & above asking - Nestled in the heart of Pocantico Hills Hamlet, this special three bedroom home offers a truly magical setting, with direct access to the enchanting Rockefeller trails. Step outside and enjoy miles of trails perfect for walking, strollers, running, and exploring natue - right from your own backyard. Everyday life is wonderfully convenient, too. The Pocantico Hills School, swimming pool, and recreation facilities are just five minutes away. The school serves children from Pre-K for 3 & 4 year olds through eighth grade, with a choice of high schools in nearby Briarcliff Manor, Pleasantville, and Sleepy Hollow. The community’s recreation amenities include an Olympic-size swimming pool, baby pool, new pickleball courts, tennis courts, and baske...
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By Phyllis Lerner call 914.438.7556, Corcoran Legends Realty
(Corcoran Legends Realty)
$749,000 - Welcome to this beautifully renovated end-unit townhouse in the heart of Tarrytown, walkable to Main Street, Metro North and more! Features include two bedrooms each with an en-suite bath and an additional powder room on the main level. From the moment you enter, you’ll appreciate the thoughtful updates and Scandinavian-inspired design throughout. The entry level features an inviting foyer with custom millwork and a generous arched coat closet, along with access to the garage, a second outdoor parking spot, in-unit laundry room, and storage. Upstairs, the main living level offers an open concept new beautiful eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances with a sliding door leading to the back deck. The spacious living room is filled with natural light and offers seasonal vi...
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By Thomas Santore Lic Associate Real Estate Broker, Realtor®-ABR-Land, Residential & Commercial Sa
(Coldwell Banker Realty/Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT)
Ask the Land Guy: Why Sewer Can Change the Value of Putnam County LandWhen people look at vacant land in Putnam County, they often focus on acreage, location and road frontage. But there is another factor that can dramatically affect a property's usefulness, marketability and potentially its value:Sewer availability.In much of Putnam County, vacant land must rely on a private septic system. When a parcel has access to an approved public or municipal sewer system, it can change the equation.Why Is Sewer So Important?If a property requires a septic system, the land has to be capable of supporting that system. That can mean soil testing, engineering, Health Department review and sufficient usable area for the proposed septic system.And here's the important part:Owning enough acreage doesn'...
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By Carmelo Ginés, Broker / Owner -Albany, NY & surrounding Towns
(CKM Team Realty)
What It Means for Capital District SellersFor the last several years, homeowners thinking about selling have become accustomed to hearing the same message: inventory is low, buyers are competing, and desirable homes can sell quickly. That story has not disappeared here in the Capital District, but the market is changing.Buyers have more choices than they did before. Mortgage rates remain elevated. Affordability continues to influence purchasing decisions. And even in communities where homes are still selling quickly, buyers are becoming more selective about what they are willing to pay for. For sellers in Albany, Colonie, Guilderland, Bethlehem, Latham, Clifton Park, Niskayuna, Schenectady, Troy, Saratoga Springs and surrounding communities, this means one thing:The days of assuming tha...
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By Thomas Santore Lic Associate Real Estate Broker, Realtor®-ABR-Land, Residential & Commercial Sa
(Coldwell Banker Realty/Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT)
Ask the Land Guy: What Does BOHA Mean for Your Putnam County Property?If you own vacant land in Putnam County, NY, there is one term you will hear over and over again when you decide to sell:BOHA.BOHA generally refers to Board of Health Approval, and when you're dealing with vacant land that will require a private septic system, it can be one of the most important pieces of the puzzle.Why Does BOHA Matter?A beautiful piece of land isn't automatically a buildable lot.Before a buyer can feel comfortable purchasing property for a home, they want answers to some basic questions: Can the property support a septic system? Has soil and/or percolation testing been completed? Is there an approved septic design? How many bedrooms does the approval support? Is fill required? Is the approval still ...
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By Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff, Listing & Selling Long Island Real Estate
(Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - crrli.com. We are Lic. Assoc. Broker/Lic. RE Salesperson)
The Long Island Condo Community SpecialistsFairfield at St. JamesWe are Fairfield at St James Condo Community Specialists in St James, Long Island.We are very familiar with all the variety of floor plans. We List, SELL and Buy here and we can get your Fairfield at St. James condo or townhouse SOLD too! Lawrence and Sheila Agranoff, REALTORS® Cell: 631-805-4400
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By Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff, Listing & Selling Long Island Real Estate
(Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - crrli.com. We are Lic. Assoc. Broker/Lic. RE Salesperson)
The Long Island Condo Community SpecialistsThe Meadows at Kings Park, Long Island✨ ATTENTION: The Meadows at Kings Park Homeowners, We Have Buyers Waiting!Your residence may be the one they're looking for at The Meadows. They want 2 bedrooms with a garage.Do you have this and you're ready to SELL?Call our Cell: 631-805-4400 to be our next sale.Lawrence and Sheila Agranoff, REALTORS® We SELL Long Island Condos!
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By Thomas Santore Lic Associate Real Estate Broker, Realtor®-ABR-Land, Residential & Commercial Sa
(Coldwell Banker Realty/Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT)
Ask the Land Guy: How Wetlands Can Affect Your Putnam County Building LotYou own a beautiful piece of vacant land in Putnam County. It has plenty of acreage, road frontage, and what looks like a great spot for a house.Then someone asks a very important question:Are there wetlands on the property?That question can dramatically affect what you can build, where you can build it, and ultimately what your land may be worth.Wetlands Don't Always Look WetOne of the biggest misconceptions I hear from landowners is, "My property isn't swampy, so I don't have wetlands."Not necessarily.Wetlands can include areas that appear relatively dry during certain times of the year. Vegetation, soils, drainage patterns, groundwater conditions, streams, and other characteristics can all play a role in determi...
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By Thomas Santore Lic Associate Real Estate Broker, Realtor®-ABR-Land, Residential & Commercial Sa
(Coldwell Banker Realty/Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT)
Ask the Land Guy: Let’s Talk About Slope on Putnam County LandWhen you're looking at vacant land in Putnam County, acreage gets a lot of attention. But there is another factor that can dramatically affect a property's usability and value:Slope.A parcel may contain 5, 10 or even 20 acres, but if much of that acreage is steep hillside, the amount of land you can realistically use may be considerably smaller.Why Does Slope Matter?When I walk a piece of land, I'm not simply looking at how many acres are on the tax map. I'm looking at what those acres are actually doing.Are they relatively level? Do they gradually rise from the road? Does the property drop sharply? Is there a reasonable location for a driveway? Is there enough suitable area for a house, septic system and required setbacks?Th...
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By Adam Feinberg, NYC Condo, Co-op, and Townhouse Advisor
(Howard Hanna Elegran)
The latest episode of my podcast has been released – Harlem Transformed - Arts, Education, Technology Transformations and can be heard at www.Harlem-Stories.com or your favorite podcast app. In this episode we discuss the Innovation Triangle- largely focused, but not limited to, the changes that are occurring in Manhattanville. The programs being developed encourage STEM education and investment in the Arts in Harlem.  In case you missed any of previous episodes you can also listen at the same link above or subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and others under the name Harlem Stories. If you like this episode, hit the Like Button, Subscribe and tell everyone you know about the podcast. Thank you for listening to Harlem Stories.
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