Real Estate

The most recurring question I receive from readers has to do with real estate commissions; specifically, finders fees, referral fees, who may and who may not receive them, and variations on these questions.   The subject is addressed in New York State’s Real Property Law beginning with Section 442.   In sum it states that in order to...

Rod Cummings Joins Saunders & Associates Rod brings a rare enthusiasm and expertise to his Hamptons real estate practice. Buyers and sellers alike benefit from his expertise, knowledge of the market and intuitive understanding of each situation. His passion for residential and investment properties, along with his keen eye and diverse experience, developed over his years of working...

219 Town Line Road, Wainscott, NY 11975. (Photo: Saunders & Associates) 219 Town Line Road, Wainscott, NY 11975 Saunders Exclusive: $1,800,000   Charles Dickens immortalized Wainscott in Great Expectations, and the hamlet still retains the spirit of a close-knit community. The Wainscott Chapel is the local meeting place, and still home to the sewing society.   It's in Wainscott where you...

252 Highland Terrace, Bridgehampton. (Photo: Saunders & Associates) 252 Highland Terrace, Bridgehampton, NY 11932 Saunders Exclusive: $19,950,000   This magnificent home, offered for sale for the first time since it was built, is situated in an incredibly special location, on a very private and quiet street. As the owner and listing agent, Whitney St. John Fairchild, describes the...

Caroline Vary, partner and managing director of asset management with Jonathan Rose Companies. What Are Some of the Basics of Construction of Multi-family Housing?   The collapse of the multi-family condominium in Surfside, Florida in June has raised issues of construction safety which do not typically get public attention.   To address some of the basic issues of...

Two recent cases, Heid v. Mohring, Nassau Supreme Court, and 98 Gates Ave. Corp. v. Bryan Jr. Kings County Supreme were decided against the buyers of real property due to their failure to adhere to the doctrine of caveat emptor.   In “Heid” the court determined that the buyer did not exercise the obligation to inspect the property....

"While many of the offices have reopened, practices that evolved as a result of COVID have continued," Dubin told us.

"LongHouse Reserve is thrilled to open its arms and grounds to our exceptional gardening community as we award ribbons at our 10th Planters: On+ Off the Ground X exhibition," Dianne Benson shared.

"There are four gardens in the Village and two in North Haven, and a tour of The Church art center," Tucker Burns Roth noted.

"It is a privilege to be involved with an estate with such a rich background in American history," Penelope Moore stated. "There is nothing on Shelter Island that compares to Kemah, either existing or having sold in the last several decades, so the ultimate buyer will be getting an incredibly rare property."