Long Island Real Estate Blog

September’s single-family median prices declined from August in Suffolk and Nassau, while remaining above a year earlier. By Jack Cutrone Licensed Real Estate Salesperson | Patriot Real Properties Military Relocation Professional (MRP) | Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) Long Island’s September single-family median sale prices were below the August figures, but remained higher than a year earlier. That makes a shift in negotiating power worth watching—it does not establish that

By Jack Cutrone Licensed Real Estate Salesperson | Patriot Real Properties Military Relocation Professional (MRP) | Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) To choose where to live on Long Island, compare your full housing budget, actual commute, home condition, maintenance needs, and access to the places you use regularly. Visit the locations you are considering at different times and confirm property-specific information before deciding. A kitchen can win you over during a showing. T

Is Long Island still a seller’s market in 2026? Jack Cutrone explains Suffolk and Nassau home prices and what buyers and sellers should know.

Freddie Mac's average 30-year rate rose to 7.28% on October 1, 2026. Here is how higher mortgage rates affect Long Island homebuyers, monthly payments and budgets, plus what sellers should know.

Buying on Long Island with a VA loan? Jack Cutrone, MRP, covers what veterans should know: no-down-payment loans, your COE, property taxes, NY veterans' exemptions, the VA funding fee and inspections.

Is fall a good time to buy or sell on Long Island? Motivated buyers are still active across Suffolk and Nassau, and sellers who price right from day one can still get strong attention. Here's what to watch this season.

Quick answer: In 2026, Long Island buyers compare every listing closely, so the right price from day one matters more than ever. Base your price on recent sold homes in your area, adjust honestly for your home's condition and location, and pay attention to the price ranges buyers search in. Overpricing usually leads to a longer sale and a lower final price. As we move through 2026, the Long Island real estate landscape continues to evolve. In Suffolk and Nassau, pricing your

Quick answer: Waiting for lower rates or prices on Long Island can backfire. Limited inventory can keep prices rising, you keep paying rent in the meantime, and lower rates often bring more buyers and more competition. Waiting does make sense if your finances or plans aren't stable yet. The right move depends on what you can comfortably afford each month and how long you plan to stay. Thinking about buying a home in Suffolk or Nassau County? You might be tempted to wait for r

Quick answer: Long Island is still a market with steady demand and limited homes for sale, but buyers are more careful about price and monthly cost than they were a few years ago. Sellers who price right and prepare their home well still do very well. Buyers who get pre-approved, know their full monthly budget and move quickly on the right home have the best chance of winning. What's happening in the Long Island real estate market right now? From the North Shore to the South