Barbara Chmil, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

06/19/2026

How to Create a Home Maintenance Routine
Most homeowners don't ignore maintenance because they are careless. More often, the work just never gets organized. One task comes up in spring, another in midsummer, and by fall, half the list is still sitting somewhere in the back of your mind.
A seasonal routine helps because it gives each job a...

06/19/2026

How to Spot a Well-Maintained Home
Fresh paint and staged furniture can make almost any house look good — that's the point. What you actually want to know before you fall in love with the countertops is whether the home has been well cared for. That difference shows up in places that never make it into the listing photos.
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Learn how to look past the staging and spot the signs of a truly well-maintained home, from the foundation grading and roof condition to the mechanical systems and small details that reveal how a property has really been cared for.

06/17/2026

Just Sold!

06/17/2026

Putting off buying a home? Maybe you're waiting for a crash to get a better deal – or afraid you'll buy now and watch your home's value fall later.

Either way, the widespread drop you're bracing for may not be coming.

Yes, a few markets are seeing mild declines. But more than 100 economists and housing experts expect home prices will actually rise nationally over the next five years – not fall.

And waiting for a deal that never comes could mean passing up the chance to gain thousands in equity or paying more in a few years for the same home.

So before you decide to wait, let's talk about your options and what prices are really doing in our area.



Contact me today to learn more! Your journey to a successful real estate transaction begins here.

06/17/2026

Look at the updated Franklin Square School DIstrict Market Watch Report. Contact me today to view any of these properties!

It's important to work with a local real estate expert who understands the changing market.

06/17/2026

Look at the updated Port Washington School District Market Watch Report. Contact me today to view any of these properties!

It's important to work with a local real estate expert who understands the changing market.

06/16/2026

Look at the updated Merrick Market Watch Report. Contact me today to view any of these properties!

It's important to work with a local real estate expert who understands the changing market.

06/16/2026

Look at the updated Herricks School District Market Watch Report. Contact me today to view any of these properties!

It's important to work with a local real estate expert who understands the changing market.

06/16/2026

Two Big Reasons To Move This Summer

Could waiting until later this year work out? Sure. But it's important to understand what you may gain by moving now too – that way you have the full picture before you decide.

If a 2026 move is on your radar, let’s connect and talk about what matters most to you. Depending on your priorities, Summer could be your moment.



Contact me today to learn more! Your journey to a successful real estate transaction begins here.

A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: "Maybe I'll just wait until later this year once things calm down."

06/15/2026

Preparing Your Home for a Smooth Summer Showing Season | Howard Hanna Coach Realtors

Summer is one of the busiest seasons in the Long Island real estate market, and making a strong first impression can mean the difference between a quick sale and a prolonged listing. Our agents at Howard Hanna Coach Realtors are here to help you prepare y