When you tour a house for sale, it’s often staged, complete with appliances, window dressings, furniture and decor. These items can certainly make a place look appealing, but the reality is that most of them won’t come with the house if you decide to buy. So, what exactly do you get when you purchase a house from its previous owners? Do you know which items stay and which ones go?  Here’s what you should know: Only “attached” fixtures tend to come with the house. This means ceiling fans, security systems, built-in appliances, window screens, storm doors, blinds and similar items sho ..read more

One of our favorite parts about real estate is when we have the privilege of selling the neighborhood! Based in Northwest Queens, we consider ourselves long-time fans of the charming neighborhood known as Astoria. Whether you have lived in New York City your whole life or are moving here for the first time, we are all looking for activities to do make this summer special and support local businesses around our neighborhood, Astoria. We’re going to highlight some summer actives in Astoria, Queens that bring out the best of the block!   #1: Movies in the park Cost: Free! When: All throu ..read more

When looking for a real estate agent in New York City, there’s a lot of questions that we can be asking to ensure the smoothest and most enjoyable process in selling your house. Real Estate markets within even our focused neighborhoods in Queens can be completely different than anything outside of NYC. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed in the process, so we wanted to give you some clarifying questions to help you build a relationship with your agent and see a successful sale. These nine highlighted questions can be helpful to ask your agent when first meeting them. They can help to gain valuable ..read more

Whether you are moving into a new space or looking to stage your home to sell, an added touch of greenery can create a welcoming and peaceful presence in your space. No one has to have a “green thumb” to use these plants to amplify a space if beauty and comfort. Check out six of our favorites, three hardy indoor and three outdoor plants that add value and vibe to any space. Indoor Plants   Philodendron With its exceptional tolerance for neglect, a philodendron is an ideal pick to hang near any corner. Also referred to as a heart-leaf, its long vines and leaves can add volume to an empty ..read more

Your home is a huge investment — an investment you’ll want to protect for the long haul. That means proper maintenance is key.  Completing a few seasonal chores can help you extend the life span of your home while also cutting down on repair and renovation costs.   Want to make sure you’re keeping your home in tiptop condition? Then don’t skip these five must-do fall maintenance tasks: Check for (and seal) air leaks around windows and doors. Leaks in these areas can make it hard to control your home’s climate and, as  winter approaches, that could mean sky-high ..read more

Your paint choices have a significant impact on your home. Not only can color determine your living space’s overall aesthetic, but it can also influence your mood and set the right tone for your guests or potential buyers. For instance, Do you want your space to feel comfy and serene  or trendy and dramatic? Or, perhaps your family’s style is somewhere in between. Here are five color inspirations that can enhance your  mood and your home.   Inspired by Nature  Are you spending a lot of time indoors? Consider adding more natural  ..read more

We want to share this comprehensive resource for all things food related in Astoria and LIC. The community has come together and compiled this regularly updated guide with tons of useful information. Whether you or someone you know needs meals or groceries in any capacity, then we hope you find these guides to be indispensable. Just click on your location!     ASTORIA/LIC WOODSIDE/SUNNYSIDE JACKSON HEIGHTS  REGO PARK/FOREST HILLS ..read more

3 Ways to prepare so you’re ready when this is over. Recently, the federal government and New York State have deemed Real Estate an “essential” service. Real Estate has been, and always will be a pillar of our economy. Equally important is the many who have serious, pressing, and sometimes urgent needs that require the purchase and sale of a property. Not being able to do this could have a tremendously negative impact on those in need of such a transaction. For one reason or another, regardless of what is going on in the world, there’s always someone with a need to buy, sell, or re ..read more