
When you're preparing to purchase a home on Long Island, the price is only part of the financial picture you need to consider. Our REALTORS® at Laffey Real Estate work closely with buyers to ensure you understand every expense involved so there are no surprises at the closing table.
Closing costs are the fees and expenses you pay on the day your home purchase is finalized. On Long Island, these costs typically range between two and five percent of the loan amount, which means on a $600,000 home, you...

Long Island's frosty winter temperatures may not be everyone's cup of tea, but there's one thing we can all agree on: They're a great excuse to indulge in some retail therapy.
Our real estate agents have spent a lot of time in local boutiques over the last few weeks. We've filled out our winter wardrobes with fashionable new finds and picked up some stylish home decor along the way. Stop by these five Long Island boutiques to treat yourself to some small business shopping of your own this winter.

The holidays come with many choices, and picking between a real or artificial Christmas tree for your house stands out as an important one. Our REALTORS® at Laffey Real Estate know that your pick affects everything from when you decorate to how your home feels, so we've created this guide to help you make the right choice for your Long Island life.
There's something special about picking a cut Christmas tree that makes your home smell like pine. Real trees give families a classic experience that many love as part of their holiday routine.

From fussy toddlers to sophisticated gourmands, everyone loves a big bowl of creamy mac and cheese. It's one of our real estate agents' favorite things to order at local restaurants after a long day at work, especially when fall's cooler weather sets in. Are you craving a bowl of your own yet? Here are six restaurants around Long Island where you can get some right now.
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As Long Island's weather gets warmer, many homeowners think about improving their outdoor spaces with water features for fun and relaxation. Our REALTORS® at Laffey Real Estate often get questions about the pros and cons of adding pools or hot tubs to homes.