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February
10

Moving Organizational Tips - Laffey Real Estate

Regardless if you're buying a home or selling a home, moving from one house to another is a stressful task. The complexity of the real estate transaction, coupled with the challenges associated with such a significant lifestyle adjustment, is enough to give even the most easy-going of homeowners plenty of stress. How can you maintain your sanity during a move? Our real estate agents believe that the answer lies in proper preparation before, during, and after the home sale is finalized.

What to Do Before You Move

Although you may not know exactly when you'll close on your home sale, you should prepare for relocation the minute you put in your first offer.

  • Get Organized
    Organization will save you hassle, money, and time. Organize all of your important documents and keep them in a secure location. This includes all licenses, birth certificates, passports, medical documents, and academic paperwork.

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February
3

Flower Shops - Nassau County - Laffey Real Estate

The New Year has arrived and Valentine's Day will be here before we know it! This romantic holiday is an excellent opportunity to tell those who love just how much you care about them and appreciate their place in your life. If you want to express your gratitude and compassion for your partner, friends, or family members, our real estate agents think that you should say it with flowers from these fantastic florists around Nassau County.

  • Westbury Florist — 53 Post Ave., Westbury, NY 11590
    Do you want to make Valentine's Day truly special? Westbury Florist knows that sending flowers always delivers smiles! Along with their vast array of flowers, they also carry a variety of plants and gourmet fruit baskets so you can give your loved one exactly what they want for Valentine's Day. Pop in and let them create a custom basket for you after you've finished browsing Westbury homes for sale.  

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January
27

Open House Prep - Laffey Real Estate

Preparing your home for an open house can be overwhelming, but with a little planning and a lot of elbow grease, it's not so bad. Our real estate agents have helped many clients successfully stage their homes for viewing. Here they share some tips about prepping some often overlooked spaces that will wow buyers with the right look.

  • Laundry Room
    It's easy to forget about one of the most utilitarian rooms in the house. After all, who loves spending time doing laundry? Believe it or not, lots of people. A clean, organized laundry room with space to stash products and fold clothing is a major draw for buyers. Putting a fresh coat of paint on the walls, giving it a thorough cleaning, and placing detergent and clothes on shelves and in bins will make your laundry room shine.

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January
20

Unique Dining Destinations - Nassau County - Laffey Real Estate

Long Island has so many restaurants, bars, and eateries that it'll take you years to try them all. If you're looking for a few hot spots that are different from the rest, our real estate agents are ready to serve up some suggestions. Here are six unique dining destinations around Nassau County.

  1. I Am Nacho Mama — 7 W. Village Green, Hicksville, NY 11801
    From the back of an old pickup truck to a cozy spot in the West Village Green, I Am Nacho Mama serves up extraordinary authentic food at unbeatable prices. If homemade tortilla chips aren't enough to get you in the door, then their homemade empanadas and flan are sure to get your feet moving and your stomach rumbling. Next time you're looking at Hicksville homes for sale, make it a taco night at I Am Nacho Mama.

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January
13

Tips for Hiring Movers - Laffey Real Estate

Our real estate agents know the excitement that comes with purchasing a new home fades when you realize just how much stuff you have to move. Hiring movers allows you to get back to thinking about new furniture, curtains, and other things that will help you settle into your new life. These eight helpful tips will make it easier to plan, prepare, and complete the move into your new home.

  1. Hired Hands are Helpful Heroes
    Professional movers should know how to carefully load everything from the piano in the basement to the delicate keepsakes on the mantle. When you contact moving companies, make sure they have the skills and experience required to handle the items in your home.

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