Jill Sackler, Realtor Long Island's South Shore Expert

MERRICK MANOR TOWNHOUSES & THE SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOOD

This is a detached co-op development located in the heart of Merrick, which is primarily made up of private houses. I'm advertising the lifestyle rather than the actual couple of units that are currently for sale. If someone is thinking about moving to our wonderful community of Merrick but is not really interested in owning a lot of property or doing the maintenance that comes with it, then, maybe, one of the lovely available units will fit the bill. The development is situated in easy walking distance to transportation, shops, restaurants, library, houses of worship etc. If a prospective buyer is coming in from the city, where it is uncommon to own a car, his transition to a suburban lifestyle might seem more familiar and be fairly seamless.

JILL SACKLER - LONG ISLAND'S SOUTH SHORE REAL ESTATE AGENT - SIGNATURE VIDEO

To be on the cutting edge of sales and marketing, these days, you need to appear on video.

If you're reluctant to try, believe me, I hear you.

I was on Take 47 before I finally started remembering my lines. Channeling the comedic prowess of the ladies of The View (huge fan!) did absolutely nothing for my delivery.

For your amusement, I also included some bloopers.

I, now, have renewed appreciation for anyone who makes a living in the entertainment industry. It's always so much harder than you think it's going to be.

THE SILVER LINING CHRONICLES - SENIOR CENTER TO OPEN FOR LGBT COMMUNITY

Another idea whose time has come.

The first senior center to specifically open for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community will be found in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan next January.

It will serve the seniors of all 5 Boroughs: Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island and the Bronx with services ranging from "health and wellness to meals and technology."

Reportedly, members of this community often suffer from discrimination and isolation in traditional senior centers and Mayor Bloomberg has stated that it is time to end the "one size fits all" mentality.

While it may still be some time before this concept finds a home in the suburban neighborhoods of Long Island, we can catch a glimpse of a future where biases are brought to light and different lifestyles and needs are accommodated.

WOULD YOU HIRE YOURSELF AS AN AGENT?

Yesterday, I watched a taped webinar by Inman News on Pinterest, the newest social media platform. It was interesting and different, as Pininterest is mainly a visual experience but, I don't know if I'm ready to jump in just yet. I feel like my plate is full with all the ones I'm currently juggling already and I'd be concerned with copyright issues on the photos I'd choose for my boards.

But I was happy I watched and there was a takeaway after all. At some point, the webinar moderator asked this question of the participants: "Would you hire yourself as an agent?" to which I replied an unequivocal "yes!" He continued with, "is the answer "no" or is it "maybe?" and, once again, I replied, "absolutely, yes!"

You see, with 3 years in the business, I'm still relatively new but, I know that I'm hungry for business and that I work really, really hard. I don't have the luxury of having so many clients that I take them for granted. I'm not jaded or stuck in my ways and I go above and beyond in delivering customer service.

So, if you're thinking of moving and looking to hire someone that you can have confidence in, rest assured that I will not let you down. I take great pride in establishing a relationship based on trust, mutual respect and the successful completion of our objective.

BIKE LOCKER LOTTERY FOR BELLMORE STATION

In yet another article promoting the myriad benefits of bicycle riding, I came across this interesting incentive in the newspaper:

Until March 19th @ 4 p.m., Bellmore residents can submit an entry form to possibly win one of eight available bike lockers for a no-cost, one year lease. Lottery applications can be obtained by calling 516.812.3026

The lockers are located at the Bellmore Long Island Railroad station on the north side of the tracks and require a $40 key deposit which is refunded at the end of the year. The Dept. of Transportation provides bike lockers that are 4 ft tall, 6 ft long and 3 1/4 ft deep. according to the town officials who further state that subleasing is not permitted.

The lottery will be held on April 2nd, during which time winners will be randomly selected and given access to the bike lockers the very same day.

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