Linda Ulanoff-Coldwell Banker American Homes

09/22/2026

Happy First Day of Fall! While sad to see summer go, I look forward to the changing leaves and slightly cooler weather. How about you? What do you love about the fall?🍁🍂🍁🍂

09/22/2026

What Should Stay With the House When You Sell?
A buyer tours your home and sees the dining room light fixture, garage shelving, and smart doorbell. You may see personal belongings that will move with you. The buyer may assume some of those same items are part of the house.
Sorting that out early can prevent confusion once an offer is on the table.
Don't...

Buyers and sellers don't always make the same assumptions about what stays with a home. Clarifying fixtures, appliances, and other items early can prevent confusion later.

09/20/2026

Wishing all who observe an easy fast.

09/19/2026

When to Repair, Replace, or Leave a Home Feature Alone
Not every worn, dated, or imperfect part of a home needs to be replaced. Sometimes a relatively small repair can add years to its useful life. In other cases, continuing to patch the same problem costs more time and money than replacing it.
Knowing which approach makes sense starts with looking at more...

Not every worn or dated part of a home needs to be replaced. Learn how to weigh condition, repair history, function, and future plans before deciding what to do.

09/18/2026

Don’t let the lack of photos scare you. This is a great apartment and the best deal in Rockville Centre! Low maintenance and a reasonable price make this a truly affordable option in today’s crazy real estate market. Located in the heart of RVC, this co-op is near everything you need. Transportation, shops, restaurants, the local library as well as the elementary school. Don’t miss this opportunity-come see it for yourself! Call or text 516.859.2682 to schedule a private showing.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 61 Maine Avenue, Unit E5, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, 730 square foot, 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, asking price of $279,000, MLS ID 1010674

09/18/2026

Recently Pending! Take a look at what recently went pending at 61 Maine Avenue, Rockville Centre.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 61 Maine Avenue, Unit D14, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, 1000 square foot, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, asking price of $390,000, MLS ID 1011231

09/18/2026

How to Evaluate a Home's Maintenance History
A home can look well cared for during a showing and still leave plenty of questions about how it has been maintained over the years. Fresh paint and an orderly yard are easy to notice. The condition and history of the systems behind the walls aren't always as obvious.
You don't need a complete record...

A home's maintenance history can reveal more than its current appearance. Learn what buyers can look for when reviewing repairs, updates, and major systems.

09/15/2026

What to Do When Your Home Has Been on the Market Longer Than Expected
Most sellers have a rough idea of how long they expect their home to take to sell. When that timeline stretches, it's easy to focus on the number of days the listing has been active.
The more useful question is why buyers haven't moved forward.
Sometimes the answer is price. Other times, the home is...

A slower-than-expected home sale may call for more than patience. Take a fresh look at price, presentation, feedback, and how the listing is reaching buyers.

09/13/2026

Look at the updated Bellmore Market Watch Report.

With real estate being local, it's important to work with a local expert that understands the changing market.

09/12/2026

Ways to Repurpose an Underused Room
Some rooms slowly stop serving a real purpose. A formal dining room may only get used a few times a year. A spare bedroom may become a holding area for boxes and things that don't have another home. Even a finished basement or loft can end up sitting mostly empty.
That doesn't always mean the room needs...

An underused room doesn't have to stay that way. A few practical changes can turn extra space into something that works better for everyday life.