Real Estate

Among the taxes that affect the transfer of real property in the Hamptons and North Fork are the New York State Seller Transfer Tax, the “Mansion Tax,” and the “Peconic Tax.” But, who pays what?

Spring is in the air and the locals are restless with cabin fever. Although the specific dates of the season are based on astronomy and meteorology, we all know what spring means: rebirth, renewal and re-growth—followed by lots of traffic on Route 27.

Hollywood may have just produced a film playing on the issue, but real identity theft is no laughing matter.

What could make a flower gardener's heart beat faster than a perennial that blooms in earliest spring, loves the shade, tolerates dry conditions, and isn't on the menu of deer or voles? Gardeners of the Hamptons, meet the hellebores.

A trip to the spa leaves you feeling like a new person. So why go out when relaxation can come to you?

I love the Hamptons in the Winter! When I visit my Southampton rental it is the perfect time to enjoy the natural beauty that makes the Hamptons so wonderful. But no sooner than I've relaxed than my gardener's internal voice starts up: I know there is work to be done.

When winter winds blow outside, indoors your Hamptons home can be a verdant oasis. Sharing your living space with houseplants can help soothe your winter-weary soul and bring health benefits besides.

Planning for the future can take a different shape when children aren't involved.

Rumor has it the former first couple, Hillary Clinton and Bill Clinton, are looking to set down roots on the East End and have engaged the services of a high-end Hamptons broker to scope out the scene for them.

Dream homes in the Hamptons have it all - big pool, tennis court, home theater, putting green, wine cellar – but only one has a nightclub, drawbridge, and 24-Karat gold paint on the tennis court.