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June 17th, 2026 by
A converted firehouse in Milwaukee, an 19th-century house in Salem, Mass., and a house with water and mountain views on Bainbridge Island, Wash.

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Category: Real Estate and Housing (Residential), Milwaukee (Wis), Salem (Mass), Bainbridge Island (Wash)
June
17

June 17th, 2026 by
A converted firehouse in Milwaukee, an 19th-century house in Salem, Mass., and a house with water and mountain views on Bainbridge Island, Wash.

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Category: Real Estate and Housing (Residential), Milwaukee (Wis), Salem (Mass), Bainbridge Island (Wash)
June
15

June 15th, 2026 by

How to Keep Your Home Show-Ready During a Busy Long Island Summer | Laffey Real Estate

Putting your home on the market in summer can seem manageable at first. Then a showing request pops up while you're heading to the beach, relatives are staying over, and someone's left half the beach gear in the hallway. That's where preparation makes all the difference. Our REALTORS® help sellers through busy Long Island summers every year, and having a realistic routine in place can make the process feel much more manageable.

Staying Show-Ready Without Turning Your Home Into a Model House

Summer tends to bring motivated buyers, especially in sought-after Long Island communities. Showings can come togeth...

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Categories: Laffey Knows
Tags: Laffey Real Estate, For sellers, Home Seller Tips, Sell Your Home, East Hills NY, East Williston NY, Deer Park NY, Dix Hills NY, East Northport NY, Douglaston NY, Elmhurst NY
Related Markets: Deer Park, Dix Hills, Douglaston, East Hills, East Northport, East Williston, Elmhurst
June
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June 8th, 2026 by

Paddle, Canoe, and Kayak: Where to Get on the Water Around Long Island | Laffey Real Estate

Summer is for getting out on the water. Whether you use a kayak, a canoe, or a boat, there are plenty of beaches and parks around Long Island to take it out, and our real estate agents know all the best ones. Here are some of our favorites.

The Best Boating on Long Island

Manorhaven Beach Park - Port Washington, NY

Manorhaven Boulevard, Port Washington, NY 11050

If you want summer sports and recreation, head to

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Categories: Laffey Knows
Tags: Things to Do, Laffey Real Estate, Oyster Bay NY, Melville NY, Port Washington, NY, Babylon, NY, Centerport NY, Outdoors
Related Markets: Babylon, Centerport, Melville, Oyster Bay, Port Washington
June
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June 1st, 2026 by

Pick-Your-Own Berry Farms Around Long Island | Laffey Real Estate

Summer's the perfect time to pick-your-own berries at farms around Long Island, letting you get out in the fresh air while having fun getting in touch with nature. You'll be able to take home some fresh-off-the-vine fruit to eat on its own or bake into something delicious. When you're ready to head out, our real estate agents recommend visiting the following places to get your fill of sweet, fresh fruit.

Fresh Summer Berry Picking on Long Island

Patty's Berries and Bunches

Address: 410 Sound Ave., Mattituck, NY 11952

You'll have a w...

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