Month: June 2023

7 New York Suburbs Made for Summer

7 New York Suburbs Made for Summer

These suburbs offer an escape from summer in the city, no reservations (or plane tickets) required. Love summer? Then these New York suburbs are calling your name. While these towns are great spots to call “home” year-round, when the temperature rises these...

The Gertners Found the Right Town at the Exact Right Time

The Gertners Found the Right Town at the Exact Right Time

Working closely with their Suburban Jungle Strategist, this city family zeroed in on exactly where they wanted to be. When it comes to finding the right town to call “home,” getting to your final destination isn’t always direct – or quick. But as Michael Gertner and...

The Scoop on the Top Ice Cream Spots in the Boston Suburbs

The Scoop on the Top Ice Cream Spots in the Boston Suburbs

Boston is a foodie destination – and the suburbs are no exception. But, while Boston may be known for seasonal classics like clam chowder and lobster rolls, their countless homemade ice cream shops are at the top of our must-try list. From Allston to Weston, there's...

Third Time’s A Charm for This Brooklyn Family

Third Time’s A Charm for This Brooklyn Family

After starting and restarting their suburban search, the Fichera family landed on Long Island. Sarah Mark-Fichera and her family originally began their suburban search in late 2019.  "We were craving space,” she says. “But in Brooklyn, finding more space is like...

Get Educated about Towns with Universal Pre-K

Get Educated about Towns with Universal Pre-K

If you’ve got preschool (or pre-preschool) kids, moving to a town with Universal Pr-eK (UPK) could be the best decision for your family. One of the most common “must-haves” we hear? Towns with A+ public schools.  But while families tend to look at K-12, more and...