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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.

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.

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.

Our Moving Checklist is a great resource to help you stay on target from contract to closing.

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.

Park Slope

BROOKLYN, NEW YORK CITY

Prospect Park provides locals with an array of amenities, including barbecue areas, bicycling, fishing, hiking trails, ice skating rinks, spray showers, a zoo, an aquarium, baseball fields, dog-friendly spaces, nature centers, tennis courts, horseback riding trails, and playgrounds.

This classy neighborhood is home to many Manhattan transplants. Here you’ll find historic brownstones and row houses along tree-lined streets. Elegant storefronts and sidewalk cafes are commonly found here, as well as diverse cuisines and craft beers.

With proximity to Manhattan and multiple forms of transportation available, Park Slope is an ideal location for commuters.

Cobble Hill

BROOKLYN, NEW YORK CITY

Situated in Northwest Brooklyn, Cobble Hill is a quaint and charming neighborhood known for its untouched brownstones and picturesque streets. The area boasts diverse restaurants, bars, coffee shops, parks, and shopping, in addition to family-run butchers, barbershops, and bookshops, sprinkled throughout the neighborhood. Cobble Hill is also a popular spot for independent art venues.

Close by at the East River Waterfront Esplanade, onlookers can take in views of Manhattan’s eastern shore.

Cobble Hill Park provides the perfect backdrop for enjoying the nice weather, a game of chess, reading a book, or enjoying the rose gardens.

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FUN FACTS

Brooklyn is the 3rd largest “city” in America

For the sports enthusiast, the Brooklyn Nets play right here in the Barclays Center

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Brooklyn has 131 miles of coastline

Coney Island’s Wonder (ferris) Wheel is known as the most romantic ride in the world

Brooklyn is home to 700 Arts and Cultural institutions

The Tootsie Roll was invented in Brooklyn by candy store owner Leo Hirschfeld

Williamsburg

BROOKLYN, NEW YORK CITY

What was once an industrial area, is now a residential oasis which offers historical row houses and modern condo developments.

Williamsburg is packed with coffee shops, live music, trendy eateries, wine bars, breweries, and shopping.

Located within the neighborhood is McCarren Park. Its amenities include barbecue areas, fitness equipment, soccer fields, baseball fields, bocce courts, football fields, outdoor pools, running tracks, spray showers, basketball courts, handball courts, playgrounds, skate parks, tennis courts, and dog friendly spaces.

Manhattan is a short ride whether by car, train, bus, or ferry.

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Brooklyn’s official motto is “Unity makes strength”

Prospect Park is Brooklyn’s largest public park consisting of 585 acres

America’s first rollercoaster debuted on June 16, 1884 on Coney Island in Brooklyn

Astoria/Long Island City

QUEENS, NEW YORK CITY

Astoria is a neighborhood along the East River in western Queens. Known for its gleaming high-rises with sweeping views of Manhattan, Astoria is a multicultural neighborhood where you can enjoy the diversity of international cuisine. Art galleries, cultural centers, waterfront parks, trendy restaurants and bars make Astoria a desirable place to live. A quick train or ferry ride and you can take advantage of all that Manhattan has to offer!

Bayside/Flushing QUEENS, NEW YORK CITY

Bayside, in northeast Queens, combines suburban life with the conveniences and features of city living. Bayside is a true gem with a quick 28-minute commute to Manhattan, proximity to major highways and bridges and diversity of international cuisine, shopping, nightlife and the famous Bell Boulevard. Diversity in housing also makes Bayside attractive to a wide range of buyers with single and multi-family homes, condos, co-ops, waterfront and new developments.

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FUN FACTS

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

Queens’ USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center hosts the U.S. Open each year

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Queens is nicknamed “the world’s borough”

Queens is the 4th largest city in the United States

Enjoy a concert at the Forest Hills Stadium

Many of the finest pianos in the world are made in Astoria

North Shore

NASSAU COUNTY

“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.

South Shore

NASSAU COUNTY

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.

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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

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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

North Shore

SUFFOLK COUNTY

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!

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

A shark that was caught off Montauk inspired the movie Jaws

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

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

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 canoing, paddle boarding, fishing, swimming and sailing.

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Long Island is home to many wineries and microbreweries

New Suffolk had the first submarine base in the United States: it served as the base for USS Holland

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.