by Tom Morganelli | Sep 13, 2026 | Insights
Mortgage rates have moved higher again — and on Long Island, that matters for both sides of the table. Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey put the average 30-year fixed at 6.76% for the week ending September 10, 2026. That’s up from 6.71% the week before, and...
by Tom Morganelli | Sep 12, 2026 | Insights, The Hamptons
Summer’s over. The latest closed numbers are in. Here’s what they actually say about Long Island — and, separately, what’s happening in the Hamptons. The July snapshot (Nassau & Suffolk) According to OneKey MLS reporting covered by Long Island Business News, July...
by Tom Morganelli | Sep 12, 2026 | Insights
Most people shop listings. I shop potential. On Long Island and in the Hamptons, the best moves often start with a house that needs work — then a plan that turns it into the home, or the exit, you actually want. Buyers who want to see beyond the listing photos...
by Tom Morganelli | Sep 12, 2026 | Insights
Out on Long Island and in the Hamptons, finished homes often carry a real premium. That’s not accidental. Permit timelines in many South Fork towns can stretch for months. Labor is expensive. Holding costs during a build add up. Sophisticated buyers know this — which...
by Tom Morganelli | Sep 12, 2026 | Insights, The Hamptons
If you waited out the summer crowd, September is usually when the East End gets more honest. New listings start to show up. Some sellers who sat through July and August are ready to talk. Buyers who didn’t want to compete with vacation traffic finally have room to...
by Tom Morganelli | Aug 24, 2026 | Insights
If you’ve been thinking about selling your home, the latest numbers are worth paying attention to. Long Island is still dealing with a shortage of homes for sale, and buyers haven’t disappeared. In May, the median single-family sale price reached $890,000...
by Tom Morganelli | Jun 5, 2026 | The Hamptons
As summer arrives and homeowners return to the Hamptons, many begin to notice the same things they noticed last season. The kitchen no longer functions the way it should. The primary bathroom feels dated. The outdoor entertaining space is underutilized. The guest...
by Tom Morganelli | May 26, 2026 | Insights
Long Island’s real estate market continues to evolve in 2026, but one thing remains clear: demand for exceptional homes throughout Long Island and the Hamptons remains remarkably strong. While rising mortgage rates and limited inventory continue to shape the broader...
by Tom Morganelli | May 24, 2026 | First Time Home Buyers
Buying your first home is one of the most exciting milestones in life, but navigating the Long Island real estate market for the first time can also feel overwhelming. From understanding pricing and financing to competing in a fast-moving market, preparation is key to...
by Tom Morganelli | May 23, 2026 | The Hamptons
As homeowners return to the Hamptons for another summer season, many are walking back into their homes with fresh perspective. What felt functional last year may now feel outdated, undersized, or no longer aligned with how your family lives and entertains today....
