Real Estate

While a significant portion of the new laws affect only municipalities that have adopted rent regulation laws - the five boroughs of New York City, Nassau, Westchester, and Rockland Counties - all municipalities, including Suffolk County, are affected by significant changes.

"The Sag Harbor House Tour is the primary fundraiser of The Friends of the John Jermain Library -- a volunteer organization whose efforts raise money to underwrite some of the many wonderful community programs provided at the Library and other projects as determined by the Library Director," stated Toby Spitz.

"Atterbury had a very long and very prolific career. The Dunes was at the very start of his career," Surchin told us.

"We are delighted to be honoring our dear friends and colleagues Design Chairs Kristen Farrell, Thom Filicia, Carson Kressley and Amy Lau, and are grateful to be working with such a gifted group of seasoned and emerging professionals for this summer's showhouse," Iris Dankner noted.

Amid our packed schedules, it can be easy to set our finances on autopilot.

A change in the New York State "Mansion Tax" is among new laws that could impact the area.

"For many years my wife and I have enjoyed touring the gardens presented through Landscape Pleasures," said Vincent Covello, whose garden is open to Landscape Pleasures attendees this year. "We are delighted this year for visitors to be able to explore our own garden, a work in progress for over 30 years."

"Our annual home tour is my favorite event because it's different every year. It's a unique experience, for myself and our guests, to have an exclusive - and maybe only - look inside the premiere properties of Southampton's estate section," Tom Edmonds shared.

If your retirement plan includes tax-advantaged accounts, there is a particular tax rule you should know about: required minimum distributions, or RMDs. This tax rule can be complicated, but the following commonly-asked questions can help you understand how it works and how it may apply to you.

When looking for a property that fits the "luxury" marque, there are some specific features and qualities that you need to watch for.