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As a Long Island real estate agent who’s helped hundreds of first-time homebuyers in Suffolk County, I know the ins and outs of neighborhoods from Stony Brook and Port Jefferson to Huntington. I’ll guide you through:
Finding homes that fit your budget and wish list
Navigating Long Island’s competitive housing market
Connecting you with trusted local lenders and inspectors
Negotiating the best price and terms for your first home

 

Inside your free guide, you’ll discover:
Step-by-step first-time homebuyer checklist
How to budget smart for your first home in Long Island
Tips for winning an offer in competitive Suffolk County neighborhoods
The #1 mistake first-time buyers make—and how to avoid it

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Shaughnessy Dusling

Licensed Associate Broker
Shaughnessy Dusling is a seasoned, award-winning REALTOR® who has spent 12 years helping buyers, sellers, and investors navigate the Long Island real estate market. Based on the North Shore of Suffolk County, she specializes in communities such as Stony Brook, East & South Setauket, Port Jefferson, Port Jefferson Station, St. James, Lake Grove, Mount Sinai, Miller Place, Sound Beach, Rocky Point, Smithtown, Northport, East Northport, Commack, Nissequogue, and Belle Terre. With more than $200 million in career sales volume, an average of 46 transactions per year, and membership in the top 500 agents on Long Island, Shaughnessy is known for blending strategic marketing with a client-first approach that makes every move feel manageable.Her track record includes a long list of industry accolades: Long Island Board of REALTORS® Top 20 Under 40 Rising Stars (2018), EXP Realty Icon Agent Award (2019), Real Trends Top 500 Agents on Long Island (2024), Real Trends Top 40 Under 40 (2024), Real Broker Elite Agent Award (2024 & 2025), and Homesnap Top 5% Agent (2018–2022)—plus more than 118 five-star Google reviews and 65 five-star Zillow reviews. As part of a family-led team at Real Broker—a 30,000+ agent, cloud-based brokerage and the fastest-growing real estate company in North America—Shaughnessy helps close 100+ homes annually while mentoring other agents who want to build thriving businesses.Whether working with first-time buyers, guiding families through complicated sell-to-buy transactions, or providing extra care for seniors and investors in off-market deals, Shaughnessy’s mission is simple: work hard, be kind, and get results. Backed by Real Broker’s cutting-edge technology and national network, she delivers the local expertise and personal service that North Shore homeowners deserve—while also showing fellow agents how to leverage better tools, higher splits, and a supportive culture to grow their own success.

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