5 Long Island Photographers For The Perfect Family Photo

Your family is changing so fast. Your daughter is about to have her 16th birthday and your youngest is about to make her First Communion. That's not even accounting for capturing the moments in the extended family. Now is the perfect time to capture some of these special family memories. Whether you want a photographer for an extended family event or a more private session, our real estate agents can direct you to our favorite family photographers in the Long Island area.

1. The Studio - Serving the Carle Place area - The Studio specializes in newborn and family photography with their three-person team of Max, Meridith, and Rachel.  Their all-inclusive packages allow you to choose from sessions at the studio, in your home, or at a preferred location. In fact, Max is even a certified postpartum doula and offers a support and newborn photo package. Since you might need a bigger house with a bigger family, take the time to look at some Carle Place homes for sale.

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6 Ways To Spruce Up Your Long Island Home For An Open House

Your home reflects the love and attention you have poured into it over the years. Colors and furnishings that make you feel at home may not be as attractive to a prospective buyer. When you prepare for an open house, consider how it looks from a buyer's perspective. You can easily augment what you have or make minor adjustments to improve its marketability.

Our real estate agents have compiled a list of six straightforward steps to spruce up your Long Island home for an open house.

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7 Tips To Keep Your Long Island Home Safe During The Holidays

Many of us wait eagerly for the holidays and all of its festivities. From endless Christmas shopping to holiday parties or an extended vacation, you are on the go and having fun. Unfortunately, burglars have a better chance of robbing your house during the holiday season if it's left unoccupied. 

Here's a video of the seven smart tips to outsmart the bad guys. Read full article at https://goo.gl/6qHfgs

Long Island Golf - Merrick Golf Course | Laffey.com (for homes searching)

Merrick homes for sale are fast becoming some of the most desirable in Long Island – not only as an amazing place to live but as an investment for the future.

Our real estate agents have helped introduce hundreds of clients to Merrick, and we're proud to say so many of them are now living happily with an authentic Long Island lifestyle.

Senior executives, retirees, and rising professionals have all been attracted to the Merrick area for its amenities and unique charm. And one of the most popular ways to spend time outdoors in and around Merrick is the great pastime of golf.

Golfers of all skill levels will find courses ranging in difficulty from an enjoyable and relaxed outing to a tough, strategic challenge – sometimes, all of the above in the same nine or eighteen holes.

Sassafras of Lloyd Neck: A Gem In The Gold Coast’s Crown

Welcome to Sassafras—a remarkable 47-acre waterfront property, one of the Gold Coast’s largest private landholdings. The present owner designed the home paying homage to the British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens, incorporating traditional Tudor architecture and the vernacular styles of south-east England style into a timeless masterpiece. A rare find in Lloyd Neck, sheltered within its own private cove, sits the 20,000 square foot estate consisting of a main residence with 25 principal rooms. Greeting visitors, the lavish Grand Entrance with 48’ Cathedral Ceiling leads to the Great Hall, Study and Formal Dining Room complemented by a wrap around outdoor terrace with commanding water views, a Baronial Living Room with its exceptional fireplace, 8 bedrooms and 8 full and 4 half baths, enclosed dining veranda and a resplendent master suite offering 120 degree views of Long Island Sound and Connecticut.

Also on the grounds are two guest houses, each approximately 5,500 sq ft, a Log Cabin “Tea House” with stunning sea views, tennis court, Beach Cabana with full Kitchen and deck.

The grounds encompass extensive specimen gardens, exercise path, private beach with its own pier which can accommodate 3 jet skis, an 80-foot motor yacht, 24-foot sailboat, 30-foot speedboat and two maintenance/chase boats with three additional moorings. Complementing the al fresco entertaining lifestyle is the 30’ by 60’ pool, Gazebo with Bar, Bathroom and outdoor shower and hot tub.

Lush gardens and manicured landscapes accentuate the gently sloping and level grounds surrounded by old growth conifers. Perfectly secluded, Sassafras takes advantage of everything the North Shore has to offer; pristine beaches, Target Rock National Wildlife Refuge, Huntington Harbor Nature Conservancy and the 2,000 acre Caumsett State Park boasting horseback and mountain bike trails.

Approximately 50 miles, one hour drive to/from Manhattan by automobile or a 15-minute journey by helicopter accessible by two helipads conveniently located on the grounds of the estate, Sassafras of Lloyd Neck is a gem in the Gold Coast’s crown.

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