Bob Sendel, Realtor

02/09/2026

The One-Room-at-a-Time Spring Prep Strategy
February may still feel like winter, but for homeowners thinking about selling, it's the perfect time to start preparing to list in the spring. The spring market tends to move quickly. Buyers begin browsing early, and homes that are clean, fresh, and well-maintained tend to stand out immediately.
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February may still feel like winter, but for homeowners thinking about selling, it's the perfect time to start preparing to list in the spring. The spring market tends to move quickly. Buyers begin browsing early, and homes that are clean, fresh, and well-maintained tend to stand out...

02/07/2026

How to Build Home Equity Faster
One of the most valuable financial assets you will ever build as a homeowner is equity, which is the difference between what your home is worth and what you still owe on your mortgage. As your equity grows, so does your financial flexibility — whether that means refinancing, funding renovations, or...

One of the most valuable financial assets you will ever build as a homeowner is equity, which is the difference between what your home is worth and what you still owe on your mortgage. As your equity grows, so does your financial flexibility — whether that means refinancing, funding...

02/06/2026

02/05/2026

Browsing for Homes Online? Follow These Shopping Tips
Searching online has become the most common starting point for home buyers today. With just a few clicks, you can look at photos, compare floor plans, and learn about different neighborhoods. While this convenience is a major advantage, browsing online can also feel overwhelming — especially when listings...

Searching online has become the most common starting point for home buyers today. With just a few clicks, you can look at photos, compare floor plans, and learn about different neighborhoods. While this convenience is a major advantage, browsing online can also feel overwhelming — especially...

02/04/2026

Look at the updated East Islip Market Watch Report.

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

02/03/2026

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02/02/2026

What's the Difference Between Listing a Home and Marketing It?
Many homeowners assume that once their property is listed, the work is done. The sign goes up, the home appears online, and buyers will naturally follow. But listing a home and marketing a home are two very different things — and understanding that difference can have a direct impact on how quickly...

Many homeowners assume that once their property is listed, the work is done. The sign goes up, the home appears online, and buyers will naturally follow. But listing a home and marketing a home are two very different things — and understanding that difference can have a direct impact on how...

01/31/2026

Signs Your Plumbing Needs Professional Attention
Your home's plumbing system works quietly behind the scenes every day to deliver you clean water, drain waste, and keep your daily routines running smoothly. Because most pipes are hidden behind walls or under floors, plumbing problems often go unnoticed until they become expensive emergencies. Understanding...

Your home's plumbing system works quietly behind the scenes every day to deliver you clean water, drain waste, and keep your daily routines running smoothly. Because most pipes are hidden behind walls or under floors, plumbing problems often go unnoticed until they become expensive emergencies....

01/29/2026

How to Look Past Bad Staging
When you're house hunting, first impressions matter — but they can also be misleading. While beautiful staging can help a home shine, poor staging can unfairly turn buyers away from properties that may actually be great fits. Outdated furniture, cluttered rooms, bold paint colors, or unusual décor...

When you're house hunting, first impressions matter — but they can also be misleading. While beautiful staging can help a home shine, poor staging can unfairly turn buyers away from properties that may actually be great fits. Outdated furniture, cluttered rooms, bold paint colors, or unusual...

01/28/2026

Recently Pending! Take a look at what recently went pending at 98 Scenic Lake Drive, Riverhead.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 98 Scenic Lake Drive, Riverhead, NY 11901, 1837 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, asking price of $749,990, MLS ID 943196

01/26/2026

How to Respond to Buyer Feedback Without Panicking
Taking buyer feedback personally when your home's on the market is natural — especially when it seems critical. After weeks of cleaning, staging, and preparing your property, hearing comments like "the price feels high" or "it needs updating" can be discouraging. The key is remembering that negative...

Taking buyer feedback personally when your home's on the market is natural — especially when it seems critical. After weeks of cleaning, staging, and preparing your property, hearing comments like

01/25/2026

Here’s Long Island’s Real Estate Market Report for December 2025 as compared to December 2024. Have real estate questions? I can help!