Featured on The Madison Podcast: Long Island Real Estate Insights for Stony Brook, Port Jefferson & Setauket

Fall is here on Long Island, and I can’t believe how quickly this year has flown by. 🍂 Between pumpkin spice lattes, school drop-offs, and the excitement of a new season, I had the opportunity to do something special recently — I was invited to be a guest on The Madison Podcast, where I shared my journey as a Suffolk County real estate agent and talked about the working with an integrity first approach.

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or investing in Stony Brook, Port Jefferson, Setauket, East Setauket, or across Suffolk County, NY, this conversation is packed with insight you’ll want to hear.

🎧 Listen to The Madison Podcast episode here

Why I Said “Yes” to The Madison Podcast

After more than a decade in real estate, with hundreds of homes sold and a career built on Long Island, I’ve learned that people don’t just want someone to sell them a house. They want an advisor they can trust — someone who knows the neighborhoods, the schools, the restaurants, the hidden gems, and yes, even the tricky zoning laws.

On the podcast, I got to share how I built my business here in Suffolk County by focusing on:

• Communication: Keeping my clients fully in the loop from first showing to final closing.

• Integrity: Putting people first, not transactions.

• Marketing: Using creative, digital-first strategies to get homes seen by more buyers.

What We Talked About

The podcast episode covers a lot of ground, but here are some highlights:

1. How Social Media is Changing Real Estate

I explained how I leverage Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and even my Google Business Profile to showcase properties to a wider audience. In today’s market, being a strong digital marketer is just as important as being a strong negotiator.

2. Why I choose to stay in Real Estate

Fall Homeowner Tips

Since it’s fall, I couldn’t resist sharing a few quick home maintenance tips for anyone in our area:

🍁 Clean your gutters & downspouts — Falling leaves cause blockages that lead to costly water damage.
🍁 Service your heating system — Don’t wait for the first cold night; a quick tune-up now will save you later.
🍁 Check windows & doors for drafts — Sealing them keeps the warm air in and the high energy bills out.

Little steps like these help protect your investment and keep your home in top shape through the colder months.

Why Work With a Local Real Estate Expert

Buying or selling a home isn’t just a transaction. It’s one of the biggest financial and emotional decisions you’ll ever make. Working with a local Suffolk County real estate agent means having someone who:

✔ Knows the Stony Brook, Port Jefferson & Setauket neighborhoods inside and out
✔ Has deep connections with local professionals, contractors, attorneys, and inspectors
✔ Can anticipate issues before they happen and solve problems quickly
✔ Understands how to market homes in a way that gets attention (and offers!)

Ready to Talk About Your Next Move?

Being featured on The Madison Podcast was such an honor, and it reminded me why I love what I do: helping people move forward into the next chapter of their lives with clarity, confidence, and maybe even a little fun along the way.

👉 If you’re in Stony Brook, Port Jefferson, Setauket, East Setauket, or anywhere in Suffolk County NY and you’re thinking about selling, buying, or investing, I’d love to connect.

Let’s chat about your goals, your timing, and the best strategy to make it happen.

📲 Call or text me at 631-612-1616

Shaughnessy Dusling

Licensed Associate Broker at Real Broker NY LLC

150 Motor Parkway St 401, Hauppauge NY 11788

cell 631-612-1616 email: ShaughnessySells@gmail.com