Welcome To The Area

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WELCOME TO THE AREA

YOUR GUIDE TO RELOCATING WITH EASE

LETTER FROM THE

CEO & PRESIDENT

WELCOME TO LONG ISLAND, BROOKLYN AND QUEENS

On behalf of all of us at Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, it is our pleasure to welcome you to Long Island, Brooklyn and Queens.

For over 100 years, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty has played a pivotal role in the real estate landscape of Long Island, Brooklyn and Queens. We have become the go-to for buyers who expect the very best in service. Whether it’s your first time buying a home or you’re a seasoned professional, purchasing real estate is still considered to be a major life milestone. This Home Buyer’s Guide showcases a selection of the wonderful communities that we call home.

Work with one of our trusted real estate advisors and allow them to guide you through your next real estate transaction. Our professional advisors have all the tools necessary to help you achieve your real estate goals.

We are proud to be part of the vast Sotheby’s International Realty network with more than 26,500 brokers in 84 countries and territories worldwide.

We hope you are inspired to create your own vision of home, whether you choose to move to one of our urban locations, suburban towns, charming villages or a country home on the East End.

DANIEL GALE SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY... THERE IS A DIFFERENCE!

DEIRDRE O’CONNEL L CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

PATRICIA J. PETERSEN PRESIDENT & CHAIRMAN

DANIEL GALE SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

SINCE 1922 Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty has provided unparalleled service to relocating individuals and their families. Our professionals will guide you to ensure your transition is successful with the personal, caring service you deserve.

RELOCATION & REFERRALS DEPARTMENT

Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty has a full-service Relocation and Referrals department available to help with your local and global real estate needs.

LOCAL EXPERTISE

950+

29 SALES ADVISORS

SALES OFFICES NASSAU, SUFFOLK, BROOKLYN & QUEENS

INSIGHTS

SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

84 1,1150 26,500 GLOBAL CONNECTION

Nassau County

Brooklyn Queens

Suffolk County North Fork Hamptons

30 Sales Offices Across Long Island, Brooklyn and Queens

The Buyer’s Journey

4. Make An Offer

Your Buyer’s Agent will help you formulate and present an offer including all terms (price, down payment, mortgage contingency, home inspection, closing timeline, etc.).

1. Select A Buyer’s Agent

All Daniel Gale SIR Buyer’s Agents are local experts. They will provide required disclosures and the exclusive Buyer Broker agreement for your signature, which describes the obligations of the parties and the compensation agreed to between the agent and client.

2. Be Financially Prepared

How will you pay? Mortgage? Cash? Get Pre-Approved by a lender. Organize your assets to show proof of funds. Do you have a real estate attorney? Your Buyer’s Agent will help facilitate.

5. Negotiate

If initial offer is not accepted, your Buyer’s Agent will continue to negotiate the best price and terms for you.

6. Acceptable Offer

A verbal agreement to price and terms. No offer is accepted until BOTH parties have signed the contract of sale and the down payment has been deposited in Sellers’ attorney’s escrow account.

3. View Properties

Determine your price range, wish list, and your non-negotiables. Where do you want to live? What type of home are you looking for? Ask lots of questions. Start to learn property values and neighborhoods through your Buyer’s Agent.

7. Buyer Inspections

Complete home and termite inspections within 48 hours of acceptable offer. Review inspection report. Your Buyer’s Agent will facilitate discussions of any needed repairs or credits.

8. Contract Process

Seller’s attorney prepares the contract to include all agreed upon terms. Buyer’s attorney reviews contract and negotiates any changes on behalf of the buyer. Buyer signs contract first and gives deposit to sellers’ attorney. Seller signs contract and deposit is held in their attorney’s escrow account until closing. Copy of contract is sent to lender.

9. Bank Application & Appraisal

Appraiser is assigned by lender. Buyer’s Agent meets appraiser at property and provides all necessary information including suggested comparables. Once appraisal is complete and all documents have been provided, a loan commitment is issued with conditions to close.

10. Walk-through & Closing

The final walk-through usually occurs within 48 hours before closing. Title is conveyed to the buyer. Present at closing: buyer, seller, their attorneys, bank attorney, title company, Buyers’ and Sellers’ Agents.

The Power of Buyer Representation

Your Exclusive Real Estate Advisor

As your exclusive real estate advisor, I am committed to being your advocate throughout your home buying journey. I will understand your unique needs, preferences, and goals. I provide expert advice and advocate on your behalf at every stage of the process, empowering you to make confident and informed decisions.

Your Home Buying Journey

Our team of professional real estate advisors provide you with data and analysis to ensure that you’re empowered with the facts to make confident, well-informed decisions when buying a home.

Accessing Properties

Not on the Market

As your exclusive real estate advisor, I research, identify and access properties that may not be readily available. Leveraging my database, my network and industry connections, I show you exclusive opportunities that align with your specific preferences and requirements, ultimately expanding your possibilities and enhancing your home buying potential.

Streamlining the Home Buying Process

As your exclusive real estate advisor, I specialize in guiding and counseling you through the very complex process of purchasing a home. I will ensure that you are represented in the transaction and experience a smooth and well-managed buying process from start to finish.

Navigating the Negotiation Maze

As your exclusive real estate advisor, your interests are my priority. From structuring a compelling offer to skillfully negotiating your terms and contingencies, my goal is to successfully guide you through the negotiation process and represent your interest exclusively in purchasing the home of your dreams.

Brooklyn

NEW YORK CITY

Choose from our beautiful Brownstones along picturesque tree-lined streets, historic row houses and modern Condo developments. Elegant storefronts and sidewalk cafes are commonly found here, as well as trendy eateries and craft beers.

Brooklyn’s diverse population enjoy an array of amenities, including art venues, barbecue areas, bicycling, bookshops, coffee shops, dog-friendly spaces, family-run butchers, fishing, hiking trails, ice skating rinks, live music, a zoo, an aquarium, ball fields, nature centers, horseback riding trails, playgrounds, and wine bars.

Onlookers can take in beautiful views of Manhattan. Manhattan is a short ride whether by car, train, bus, or ferry, making Brooklyn an ideal location for commuters.

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FUN FACTS

Brooklyn is the 3rd largest “city” in America

Baseball fans, the NY Mets play at Citifield , in Flushing

Queens

NEW YORK CITY

Diversity in housing makes Queens attractive to a wide range of buyers with single and multi-family homes, Condos, Co-ops, waterfront, and high-rise developments. You can combine suburban living with the conveniences of city life.

Queens is home to multicultural neighborhoods where you can enjoy international cuisine, art galleries, cultural centers, waterfront parks, and trendy bars.

Enjoy the sweeping views of Manhattan. The quick commute to Manhattan, proximity to major highways and bridges, enable you to commute and take advantage of all that Manhattan has to offer.

Brooklyn has 131 miles of coastline

Queens is nicknamed “the world’s borough”

COMMUNITIES

Brooklyn is home to 700 Arts and Cultural institutions

Enjoy a concert at the Forest Hills Stadium

Nassau County NORTH SHORE

“The Gold Coast”, home to many historical mansions with pastoral acreage sporting horse paddocks, barns, ponds, and golf courses. This is a vibrant and diverse area that offers the finest of the suburbs. Enjoy a quiet suburban atmosphere, yet conveniently connected to the heart of Manhattan by a short train ride. Residents enjoy life on the water, boating and swimming, along with a large variety of shops, restaurants, the arts, golf and parks in beautiful surroundings.

Nassau County SOUTH SHORE

White sand beaches line the southern section of Long Island, buffering the residential community from the Atlantic Ocean while boasting breathtaking properties that match in beauty to their phenomenal sunsets. Many seek the area as a weekend or summer getaway from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan and appreciate its proximity to get the most out of every visit. A hub of activity year-round, residents flock to a host of seafood eateries and entertainment. Railroad access and bus routes offer residents easy commuting as well. VIEW COMMUNITIES

COMMUNITIES

Belmont Park is the site of the Belmont Stakes, the final leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown

Long Island’s Gold Coast was the setting for F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic The Great Gatsby

Levittown as the 1st suburban town, and was built on Long Island in 1947

The NY Islanders hockey team plays in the UBS Arena in Elmont

The Long Island Railroad, founded in 1834 is the oldest and busiest railroad in the U.S.

Bethpage and Shinnecock golf courses host PGA golf tournaments

Suffolk County NORTH SHORE

The many thriving communities located on the North Shore of Long Island are noted for their beautiful coastline dotted with historic seaside villages with lively downtowns and amenities including an abundance of dining options, popular entertainment venues and exceptional shopping. The harbor provides many boating and fishing opportunities. In addition, there are stunning beaches, beautiful parks, museums, performing arts theaters and numerous golf courses. Basically, something for everyone!

Suffolk County SOUTH SHORE

Our South Shore is lined with miles of white-sand beaches, and waterfront fun as it sits on the Atlantic Ocean. We offer diverse lifestyle options from one thriving hamlet or village to another. Choose one of our seaside communities, whether in a charming single-family home, or in one of our condo communities. Residents enjoy easy access to beaches, ocean-to-table fare, premier fishing, or catch a wave on their surfboard. This area is also home to a thriving art scene.

Just off our coastline you can take the ferry for a summer escape on car-free Fire Island.

The South Shore of Long Island offers easy access to New York City, Brooklyn, Queens, and Long Island’s East End.

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FUN FACTS

The Paramount in Huntington is ranked #1 worldwide as a club venue for live music l Pollstar Magazine

The Island is bordered on the north by the Long Island Sound and on the south by the Atlantic Ocean

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America’s 1st supermarket, King Kullen, started in 1930 on Long Island

118 Miles across, Long Island is the largest contiguous island in the United States.

Long Island is often referred to as “The Island”

Long Island was sculpted by melted glaciers, which made the north shore hilly and the south shore flat

North Fork

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Known as “The Sunniest Place in New York State,” the North Fork of Long Island, only 85 miles from New York City, is more than just an alluring country getaway. It boasts a wonderful mix of rural charm, wine country sophistication and laid-back beaches. You can be sure to find organic farm stands, food artisans and many delightful restaurants that show compliments to the region’s wineries. There is something for everyone, antique/boutique shops, historic homes, beautiful golf courses, tennis and bicycling on country lanes. For the water lover, incredible Canoeing, paddle boarding, fishing, swimming and sailing.

The Hamptons

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Some of the most exquisite estates, premier oceanfront and bay front properties can be found in the Hamptons. The Hamptons boasts many restaurants offering the freshest seafood and a variety of cuisines, is also home to many specialty boutiques, and Performing Arts Centers. Spend the summer boating, kayaking, or fishing in the bay, soaking up the sun and swimming down by the ocean or playing golf in one of the most serene settings.

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The Hampton Classic Horse Show takes place annually on Labor Day weekend

A shark that was caught off Montauk inspired the movie Jaws

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Long Island is home to many wineries and microbreweries.

New Suffolk had the first submarine base in the United States

Deep Hollow Ranch in Montauk, the oldest cattle ranch in America built in 1658, is the birthplace of the American cowboy

The Lunar Module which landed on the moon in 1969 was built by Grumman on Long Island

OUR PROMISE

Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to have helped build and serve our communities over the past 100 years! We are the most successful, enduring real estate company on Long Island, Brooklyn and Queens and our commitment to integrity and always “doing the right thing” is unwavering. Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty has always and will continue to support our agents with cutting-edge tools and unrivaled support to ensure their success which in turn is your success.