Long Island Condo Buying Tips on Pre-Construction

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Is buying a pre-construction condo on Long Island right for you? Buying a pre-construction condo means you are buying a condo that is not yet built.

Here are some thoughts before you make this purchase, presented as a courtesy by Long Island Realtors® Lawrence “Larry” and Sheila Agranoff:

Buying Without A Model

At the very beginning with pre-construction, there are no models to view. You may have to make this purchase by just looking at the plans. It can be difficult. Not everyone is savvy enough to picture what the final community will look like.

The HOA Fees

The Homeowners Association fees in new construction may be lower when you purchase. That’s partly because they are estimated in advance of the condo being built, and some costs or changes can effect the actual final fees.  Don’t be surprised if condo fees in the pre-construction stage increase when the project is completed.

The Wait

Builders of new construction will give an estimated completion date, but we have seen that this rarely happens. Builders may have to delay the finished condo for all types of reasons and your move-in date may be postponed indefinitely, The actual time of the delays can vary so you should have the ability to be able to wait, and wait, and wait.

Expect The Unexpected

We were working with relocation buyers and they only wanted new construction. In fact, they only wanted pre-construction condo communities. They purchased it sight-unseen from a trailer on the site, and asked the builder’s rep to help them choose a unit. Although we advised them that this agent worked for the builder and not for them the buyers, they listened to his recommendations.

No such a good idea. Remember the agent at the sales center works for the builder, and their job is to get the best price and conditions for the builder, not the buyer. In the end, the unexpected happened and they cancelled the contract as they were advised that the unit they wanted was being given to the builder’s sister and they would have to choose another location.

Choosing Your Location From The Site Plan

Choosing a site can be tricky. Looking at a community site plan can be confusing to many. A buyer we were working with told us about an experience she had prior to meeting us. The builder’s sales representative advised her that the site they chose was a prime location. It was going to be right next to the clubhouse. What the agent neglected to tell them was that the waste treatment facility for the grounds was going to be in their backyard view.  She cancelled her contract and called us.

Bottom Line

Don’t get us wrong, buying a pre-construction condo can be exciting…as long as you do your research. Working with experienced Realtors® like Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff on Long Island, instead of using the builder’s agent, is the best way to be successful in this journey.

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Ronkonkoma New York Condo Community At Nob Hill in Suffolk County Long Island

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NOB HILL is an All-Age Condo Community in Ronkonkoma Long Island.

Check Our YouTube Videos Nob Hill:

Nob Hill North

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Nob Hill South

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As a courtesy, Lawrence “Larry” & Sheila Agranoff, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker and Licensed RE Salesperson, are presenting our Community Profile for Nob Hill in Ronkonkoma Long Island:

Nob Hill is a private condominium community in Ronkonkoma Long Island 11779.  It has 2 sections – Nob Hill North and Nob Hill South. You can reach this Suffolk County neighborhood by Exit 58 on The Long Island Expressway and Old Nichols Road, heading North.

The neighborhood of Nob Hill was opened in 1973 in Ronkonkoma New York. It is close to the hamlets of  Nesconset and Hauppauge Long Island. There’s security at the entries in the evenings and early mornings.

There’s a clubhouse, pool, tennis, gym, play area and night security. Most units at Nob Hill have washer and dryers. Some units have a terrace or patio. No garages at this community, but there is ample parking spaces for you and your guests. A monthly fee includes heat, water, trash pickup, and the maintenance of the common areas at the community.  Nob Hill is situated in the Connetquot School District #7, and the school bus picks up and drops off the children right in the community.

At Nob Hill, a new Buyer must supply credit history and meet in front of a Board for Review.  

 

Call Realtors® Lawrence and Sheila Agranoff for current listings and availability at this Long Island community. When you are ready to list your Long Island Condo for sale with us, we can have it featured on our popular websites, and get it SOLD!  Please call our Cell at 631-805-4400.

Long Island Home Sellers Frequently Asked Questions

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As Long Island Premier Realtors®, it’s expected and encouraged for home sellers to ask questions about the selling process.

Why Do I Really Need A Realtor® To Sell My Long Island Home?

Although we don’t hear this question as much as we used to, we still have sellers asking.

Realtors® Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff Provide The Following Services that Sellers cannot do on their own:

  • Real Estate Experience
  • Local Knowledge
  • Pricing, Marketing and Negotiation Skills
  • Professional Photos
  • Online Visibility
  • Networking with other Realtors and Professionals
  • Knowing Proper Disclosures
  • Availability
  • Generating Traffic
  • Criticism from the public
  • Working with Relocation Buyers

Can’t I Just Hire The Real Estate Team Who Gives Me The Highest Price?

A big mistake a seller can make when trying to sell their home would be to hire the Realtor® who suggests the highest list price for your house with no supporting numbers to document this information for your neighborhood.  Any agent who tells you that they can get you a price higher than everyone else, is probably not the one you should list with. A Realtor® cannot make up any price and sell it. They have to rely on the tools we have to guide us to a realistic fair value price. They should show you homes that have recently sold, houses that are under contract and the current competition of houses on the market. Of course taking into consideration any modern updates or renovations you have made that the competition doesn’t have. Listing at a higher price might get the Realtor® the listing, but it won’t get the seller a higher sales price. You will never get a second chance to make a first impression, so it’s important that you and your Realtor® price it right from the beginning. Ultimately, it’s the sellers choice for the listing price, with guidance from their Agent.

What Marketing Strategies Will You Use To Sell My Home?

First, your home needs to be priced correctly, in good condition and available for showings. Some of the marketing strategies we use to sell Long Island homes and condos include:

  1. Online exposure and lots of it
  2. Social media marketing
  3. Content marketing
  4. Professional Photography marking
  5. Ariel Photography marketing

How Long Will It Take To Sell My Home?

There are many factors that need to be considered to the amount of time it will take to sell a Long Island home or condo.

  • Price
  • Competition
  • Condition
  • Current Market Conditions
  • Availability of Showing Times
  • Unrealistic Expections

Bottom Line

If you are now ready to sell your Long Island North Shore home, don’t underestimate the role of a Professional Realtor® can play during this process. Working with Lawrence “Larry” and Sheila Agranoff brings years of Experience, Marketing skills, and the Best Strategy For Capturing Buyer Leads.

Selling without an agent is a challenge. Remember, a good Realtor will work with you through every step of the home buying process to save both your time and your money. Real Estate transactions involve one of the biggest financial investments most people experience in their lifetime so shouldn’t you have the best possible advantage in selling your house?

 

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If your home or condo is listed with another broker, this is not a solicitation of the property.

Huntington Long Island NY Real Estate Website

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How Can I Find Homes and Condos For Sale in Huntington Long Island New York?

It’s easy…

Use the Link Below to Find Houses and Condos for Sale in Huntington, Huntington Station, Huntington Bay and S. Huntington NY.

nassauandsuffolk.com

After you have searched for homes that interest you, Call LAWRENCE “LARRY” AND SHEILA AGRANOFF, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker and Licensed RE Salesperson.

We are very familiar with the Huntington Long Island Real Estate Market, and we list and sell homes and condos in the area. Call our Cell 631-805-4400

Sellers: Do you have a house or condo you would like to list with a Huntington Realtor?

Buyers: Do you want to work with Realtors who know the Huntington neighborhoods?

Huntington is a Town in Suffolk County New York on The North Shore of Long Island. Much of Huntington Long Island consists of welcoming suburban developments. The homes have many architectural designs including Colonials, Ranch, Victorian, Capes, Hi-Ranch, Farm Ranch, Split Level, Victorian, Expanded Ranch, Contemporary,  Post Modern, Cottage and 2 Story designs.

Call our Cell 631-805-4400

When you are looking to buy a residence or sell your property in Huntington Long Island, New York, LAWRENCE “LARRY” AND SHEILA AGRANOFF are the Realtors to call.

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Leisure Village in Ridge New York Condo Owners, If You Want To Sell Quickly – CALL!

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Leisure Village Ridge NY Sellers: If you NEED to sell your Leisure Village Ridge L.I. condo, please call REALTORS® Larry and Sheila Agranoff at our Cell: 631-805-4400.

Here’s What We Can Offer:

If your condo needs work and you want to sell quickly…We Can Buy It ALL CASH

→ We will buy it “AS IS” – No Repairs, No Cleaning, No Painting, No Home Inspections

→You won’t have to wait for another buyer to get approved by their bank

→No buyers and their Agents walking in and out of your Condo

→No disappointments in not getting an offer

→Quick Closings so you can have the Cash FAST

 

Is Your Leisure Village Condo in Ridge Long Island Vacant? No Worry –

 

You don’t have to spend any additional money to fix up your Leisure Village Condo. You don’t even have to clean it up. We pay CASH at The Closing for your Condo, “As Is”. (We will offer the value depending on the condition).

 

When You Need to Sell Fast → →Sell to Us

 

It’s  that simple!

 

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Long Island 55 and Over Condos At Plymouth Estates in Mt. Sinai NY

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Sold By Realtors® Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff

Plymouth Estates in Mt Sinai Long Island is a 55 and Over Active Adult Community.

 

Lawrence “Larry” & Sheila Agranoff, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker and Licensed RE Salesperson List and Sell condos in this 55+ neighborhood.

 

Plymouth Estates Offers:

  • 24 Hour Guard-Gated Community
  • Clubhouse/Pool/Tennis/Gym/Path
  • Attached 1 Car Garage
  • Basement In Units
  • Well-Maintained Neighborhood
  • Scenic Surroundings
  • Pet Friendly
  • Suffolk County Long Island Location

Plymouth Estates Has All The Above and More.

 

There are ponds with spraying fountains within the community, and the pebble path. The Plymouth Estates community consists of various Floor Plans. There are Ranch Style Units, plus Upper and Ground Level Units. The Upper Unit Essex Design did not have elevators when the community was built, but in the next phase, the Upper Level Fairmont units have an elevator. All the units are attached in groupings and have central air conditioning and gas heat.

 

Plymouth Estates in Mt. Sinai Long Island has a monthly common charge fee and maintenance fee which covers the landscaping, snow removal and the care of the common areas and facilities. The units have 2 bedrooms 2 baths, attached garages, a basement and a patio or terrace.

Call For current pricing and availability at Our Cell: 631-805-4400

When it’s time for you or a family member to enjoy a leisure lifestyle on Long Island, call Lawrence & Sheila Agranoff

 

We know ALL the 55+ Communities!

 

 

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Ronkonkoma New York Real Estate Website

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How Can I Find Homes and Condos For Sale in Ronkonkoma Long Island New York?

It’s easy…

Use the Link Below to Find Houses and Condos for Sale in Ronkonkoma NY.

nassauandsuffolk.com

After you have searched for homes that interest you, Call LAWRENCE “LARRY” AND SHEILA AGRANOFF, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker and Licensed RE Salesperson.

We are familiar with the Ronkonkoma Long Island, NY Real Estate Market, and we list and sell homes and condos in the area. Call our Cell 631-805-4400

Sellers: Do you have a house or condo you would like to list with a Ronkonkoma Realtor®?

Buyers: Do you want to work with Realtors® who know the Ronkonkoma neighborhoods?

Ronkonkoma Long Island, New York in a hamlet in the Town of Islip. Much of Ronkonkoma consists of suburban developments that were built in the 1950’s and up. The homes have designs including Colonials, Ranch, Capes, Hi-Ranch.

Call our Cell 631-805-4400

When you are looking to buy a residence or sell your property in Ronkonkoma Long Island, New York, LAWRENCE “LARRY” AND SHEILA AGRANOFF are the Realtors® to call.

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Port Jefferson New York Real Estate Website

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How Can I Find Homes and Condos For Sale in Port Jefferson Long Island New York?

It’s easy…

Use the Link Below to Find Houses and Condos for Sale in Port Jefferson NY.

nassauandsuffolk.com

After you have searched for homes that interest you, Call LAWRENCE “LARRY” AND SHEILA AGRANOFF, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker and Licensed RE Salesperson.

We are very familiar with the Port Jefferson Long Island Real Estate Market, and we list and sell homes and condos in the area. Call our Cell 631-805-4400

Sellers: Do you have a house or condo you would like to list with a Port Jefferson Realtor®?

Buyers: Do you want to work with Realtors® who know the Port Jefferson neighborhoods?

Much of Port Jefferson Long Island consists of welcoming suburban developments. The homes have many architectural designs including Colonials, Ranches, Victorian, Capes, Hi-Ranch, Farm Ranch, Split Level, Victorian, Expanded Ranch, Post Modern, Contemporary, Cottage, Tudor and 2 Story designs.

Call our Cell 631-805-4400

When you are looking to buy a residence or sell your property in Port Jefferson Long Island New York, LAWRENCE “LARRY” AND SHEILA AGRANOFF are the Realtors® to call.

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Will My House Sell Fast on Long Island?

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Sellers Ask:

Will My House Sell Fast on Long Island?

It may and it may not.

A house can sell quickly. A house can take a long time to sell.

Recently, we showed one of our buyers a condo at 1:00 p.m. and they were going to be the first buyers to see it. The buyers liked it, but wanted to see a few more units before making their decision. When I called a couple of hours later to make a full price – cash offer, the listing agent told me we were too late. The sellers accepted the first offer they received from the 2nd couple who looked at it. Even though I told the buyers this condo was priced right, was in great condition and that it would go quickly, they thought they had some time before making their decision…They were wrong!

Here’s the reality…the Real Estate market is controlled by the buyers and what they are willing to pay for a home or condo. If a property is priced right, in good condition, in a nice area, it will attract buyers. If there are many showings and lots of potential interest but no solid offers, then the price is too high. Those are the homes that can take a longer time to sell.

Then, there are homes that are unique and may need a particular type of buyer. Log Cabin homes, small 1 bedroom cottages, homes on main roads, homes with lots of land, homes with too little land, homes hanging too close to a bluff…the list goes on.  Every buyer has their own style and what they are looking for. We are working with a single woman who will only look at homes that are 5000 sq ft or more. We are also working with a family of 4 who are looking for a 2000 sq ft residence. There are those that are looking for traditional homes and those that want ultra modern. As a seller, don’t take it personally if a buyer likes your house or not. Not every style appeals to all.

So, How Is The Long Island Houseing Market Doing?

According to The Long Island Multiple Service, The August 2018 closed median home price for Long Island, which includes Nassau, Suffolk, and Queens was $485,000 representing a 9.0% increase over last August. Nassau County reported a $550,000 closed median home price in August representing a 7.4% increase over $512,000 reported by last year. Suffolk County reported a closed median price of $405,000, which represents a 9.2% increase over $371,000 reported a year ago.
Bottom Line:
As Long Island Premier Realtors®, we know that homes can sell very fast and some will take time. We can’t draw a true comparison because there are so many variables in selling a home. What we do know is this…If you decide to work with Realtors® Lawrence “Larry” and Sheila Agranoff, we will work hard to get your home sold and negotiate the best price for you.
When you are ready to sell, Call Our Cell: 631-805-4400
Happy Selling!

 

 

Kings Park New York Condos at Country Pointe

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North of Jericho Turnpike in Kings Park Long Island, you will find the townhouse community of Country Pointe.

Opened in 2004, these are attached condominiums with a 24 hour guard-gated entrance. Country Pointe in Kings Park has amenities including a cozy clubhouse, pool, 2 tennis courts and a gym.  As you drive through this pet friendly neighborhood,  you pass Manitou Trail, Mohannis Way, and Mantack Path.

This community of  Country Pointe in Kings Park has townhouses with 3 bedrooms and at least 2.5 baths, basements, and a 1 or 2 car garage. The Floor Plans are the Delaware, Charleston, Belmont and the largest at approximately 1,993 sq ft is the Ascot, which is an end unit. This neighborhood is served by The Kings Park School District #5.

Call for current pricing and availability at our Cell: 631-805-4400

REALTORS® Lawrence “Larry” & Sheila Agranoff can sell you a unit in Country Pointe at Kings Park, or any other community on the North Shore of Long Island, when available. 

Sellers: If you have a townhouse at Country Pointe in Kings Park, we can get it SOLD!

Buyers: If you are not working with other agents, we can ALERT you as condos become available, and then represent you in the sale.

 

Please call Our Cell 631-805-4400. We’re Licensed Broker Associate, Certified Relocation Specialists, Certified Short Sale Representative, Certified Negotiation Specialists and Certified Buyer Broker Representatives. Ask your friends and neighbors about us.

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