June 18, 2026 | Discussing How The US Open Impacted the Hamptons Real Estate Market with John Healey

It’s U.S. Open Championship week in the Hamptons, with Shinnecock Hills once again putting Southampton at the center of the golf world. And, naturally, the Hamptons know how to host — even at this scale. This week, we are joined by returning guest and veteran Hamptons real estate agent John Healey for a timely conversation on the U.S. Open, Southampton rentals, and the state of the East End real estate market.

We kick off with what we’re seeing on the ground in Southampton, Bridgehampton, and beyond, then get into the question everyone asked leading up to tournament week: did the U.S. Open actually send the Hamptons rental market into overdrive, or was most of that demand already locked up long before the first tee time at Shinnecock Hills?

In this episode, we take a closer look at what continues to drive the Hamptons real estate market, from long-term investment confidence to the rental culture that keeps people coming back year after year.

We discuss:

• How the Hamptons real estate market continues to hold steady despite interest rate hikes, inflation concerns, and global uncertainty
• Why the East End remains one of the most consistent long-term luxury real estate investments
• How seasonal rentals can often turn into future buyers when agents stay connected
• Why the “experience economy” helps explain the people who happily rent in the Hamptons year after year, instead of owning

If you have ever wondered whether owning property in the Hamptons is not only a lifestyle decision but an asset you can actually live in, this conversation brings both the logic and the nuance.

We also spotlight a specific Southampton Village opportunity at 220 Elm Street, including what makes a classic village property worth renovating rather than tearing down, and why location, scale, and potential still matter in a market that often favors new construction.

Weekly Hamptons Real Estate Data from Saunders & Associates:

32 listings went into contract, representing $126M in dollar volume, alongside 35 new listings. We also break down what the latest $3M to $5M activity says about buyer demand, pricing confidence, and the continued preference for turnkey or newly built homes.

We wrap with our summer Hamptons real estate forecast, the real impact of permitting and certificate of occupancy delays, and a quick look at East End weekend events to keep on your radar.

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Each week, Happening in the Hamptons covers the people, properties, market trends, events, restaurants, local businesses, charity happenings, arts and culture, and community stories shaping life on the East End. From Hamptons real estate and homes for sale to weekend events, waterfront living, village life, and local lifestyle coverage, the podcast brings a grounded, local perspective to one of the most iconic markets in the world.

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June 11, 2026 | Discussing The New York Knicks and The Hamptons Community

There is a certain momentum that takes over New York when the Knicks are winning, and that energy has a way of reaching the East End. We open the episode with a look at how a playoff run can become part of the broader civic mood, showing up in watch parties, downtown conversations, and the shared rituals that make the Hamptons feel connected well beyond the summer season.

The LVIS Fair in Amagansett

Charlotte Sasso and Jennifer Brew join the show to spotlight the LVIS Fair in Amagansett, one of the East End’s most beloved annual events. The free, family-friendly fair features pony rides, a petting zoo, shopping booths, food, and a silent auction with hundreds of prizes.

We also discuss the larger mission of LVIS, from funding annual college scholarships for East Hampton students to maintaining local trees, public spaces, and one of the most talked-about thrift shops on the East End.

Hamptons Real Estate and Market Insight

The conversation then turns to Hamptons real estate with a look at 172 Old Northwest Road in East Hampton, a modern net-zero home with solar, geothermal systems, nine bedrooms, room for tennis, and a level of finish that stands out in the current market.

Steve Glick breaks down the latest Hamptons market stats, including new listings, inventory trends, buyer activity, and what we are seeing in the summer rental market as more people head east.

Summer Logistics, Listing Strategy, and Local Recommendations

We also cover U.S. Open golf week traffic, why the train may be the smartest way to travel, and why now is an important time to capture photography and video for anyone considering a fall listing.

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Each week, Happening in the Hamptons covers the people, properties, market trends, events, restaurants, local businesses, charity happenings, arts and culture, and community stories shaping life on the East End. From Hamptons real estate and homes for sale to weekend events, waterfront living, village life, and local lifestyle coverage, the podcast brings a grounded, local perspective to one of the most iconic markets in the world.

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June 4, 2026 | Discussing What Really Builds A Real Estate Career

The Hamptons real estate market is heading into peak summer with real momentum. We are joined by Maria Markovic for a smart, honest conversation about building a long-term career in real estate. Maria shares how starting as an administrator gave her a deep understanding of contracts, paperwork, and the rhythm of a deal; why mentorship made a major difference; and how she stays grounded when the stakes get high.

We break down what the latest weekly numbers say about buyer demand, where activity is strongest, and how agents, buyers, and sellers should be thinking about inventory in Southampton, East Hampton, and across the Hamptons real estate market.

Hamptons Market Data from Saunders & Associates:
This week, 31 listings went into contract, $119M in dollar volume moved across the East End, and new inventory continued to hit the market from Westhampton to Montauk.

This episode covers:

• Hamptons real estate market activity and weekly contract volume
• $119M in East End dollar volume
• New inventory from Westhampton to Montauk
• Buyer demand heading into the summer season
• Maria Markovic’s path from administrator to agent
• Mentorship, consistency, and earning client trust
• Weekend events in Montauk, Southampton, Shelter Island, and Amagansett
• Knicks watch parties and the East End’s all-in New York energy

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Happening in the Hamptons is powered by Saunders & Associates, the #1 locally owned real estate brokerage in the Hamptons, and Hamptons.com, the Hamptons’ leading lifestyle brand for what to do, where to go, and what’s happening across the East End.

Each week, Happening in the Hamptons covers the people, properties, market trends, events, restaurants, local businesses, charity happenings, arts and culture, and community stories shaping life on the East End. From Hamptons real estate and homes for sale to weekend events, waterfront living, village life, and local lifestyle coverage, the podcast brings a grounded, local perspective to one of the most iconic markets in the world.

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May 28, 2026 | Discussing Hard Work, Persistence & Success

Real estate rewards persistence, but it rarely moves in a straight line. Elliot Pegg and Vince Horcasitas join Steve Glick and Dave Rattiner for a candid conversation about building a career in the business, from the early years of hard work and patience to the momentum that comes when experience, relationships, and consistency begin to pay off.

From there, we break down what actually creates traction in the Hamptons real estate market. Elliot shares how open houses, constant walkthroughs, and being put on the spot in team meetings sharpen his inventory knowledge so he can answer buyer questions instantly. Vince explains the athlete mindset behind consistent sales performance: accept defeat fast, learn from it, and keep putting opportunities into play until something sticks. If you care about sales skills, luxury real estate, or how to succeed as a new real estate agent, the takeaways are practical and blunt.

We also zoom out to the East End market report, including this week’s contracts, dollar volume, and rising inventory, plus a look at the Hamptons rental market as summer ramps up. With rentals up big and the US Open coming to Southampton, we talk about what demand might really do and whether last-minute bookings could surge. We wrap with a standout Sag Harbor listing featuring pool and tennis, new Fresh Pond Road listings, and a quick weekend events guide.

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Happening in the Hamptons is powered by Saunders & Associates, the #1 locally owned real estate brokerage in the Hamptons, and Hamptons.com, the Hamptons’ leading lifestyle brand for what to do, where to go, and what’s happening across the East End.

Each week, Happening in the Hamptons covers the people, properties, market trends, events, restaurants, local businesses, charity happenings, arts and culture, and community stories shaping life on the East End. From Hamptons real estate and homes for sale to weekend events, waterfront living, village life, and local lifestyle coverage, the podcast brings a grounded, local perspective to one of the most iconic markets in the world.

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May 21, 2026 - Discussing Memorial Day Weekend In The Hamptons

Memorial Day weekend doesn’t “start” in the Hamptons so much as it snaps on, like someone flipped a switch. One day you’re watching empty beaches on the live cams, the next day the sand is full, the Village shops are open, and everyone is back on the East End.

This week on the Happening in the Hamptons podcast, we discuss Memorial Day Weekend in the Hamptons to ground a practical conversation about the Hamptons real estate market, Hamptons rentals, and what the first big holiday weekend signals for the Summer season ahead.

We’re joined by East Hampton’s own Sarah Minardi to talk local flavor and real community news, including the East Hampton school bond approval for a new indoor pool and field house with shared community use.

We explore what many people want to know right now: Is it too late to find a summer rental? Sarah breaks down why the rental market is up year over year while inventory remains surprisingly active, thanks in part to homeowners who bought during COVID and are now putting their homes into the rental pool.

We highlight two very different rental experiences, including a concierge-supported cottage next to the newly renovated Hedges Inn in East Hampton Village and a Montauk Hither Hills home built around ocean views and easy beach access.

We explore the Hamptons Real Estate Market Report Q1 2026 from Saunders & Associates to run the weekly numbers, dig into Q1 trends where median prices rise while sales fall, and wrap with a Memorial Day weekend guide to events, food, and places worth getting excited about.

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Each week, Happening in the Hamptons covers the people, properties, market trends, events, restaurants, local businesses, charity happenings, arts and culture, and community stories shaping life on the East End. From Hamptons real estate and homes for sale to weekend events, waterfront living, village life, and local lifestyle coverage, the podcast brings a grounded, local perspective to one of the most iconic markets in the world.

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May 14, 2026 - Discussing California Dreamin' in the Hamptons with Drew Green

A spring that wouldn’t cooperate is finally giving way to the Hamptons season, and you can feel the shift in real time: more cars heading east, more open houses, and a lot more inventory hitting the market before Memorial Day weekend. We break down what that late start means for buyers and sellers right now, and how a few sunny weekends can change the pace of deals across the East End.

We spotlight a head-turning Southampton waterfront listing at 24 Aqua Drive, perched above Shinnecock Bay with sweeping views, a waterside pool, and a boat lift that makes ocean access feel effortless. Then we switch gears to 72 Bay Avenue West in Hampton Bays, a property with subdivision potential that speaks to investors, builders, and anyone thinking about long-term value in Hamptons real estate.

Weekly Hamptons Real Estate Market Data: 26 listings in contract, a major burst of 50 new listings in one week, and inventory climbing to 1,752 total listings.

We wrap with a local events roundup, including a wildlife rescue pickleball tournament, sip-and-paint at the Baker House, Wave Wellness, and the return of the free coffee trucks at open houses.

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Happening in the Hamptons is powered by Saunders & Associates, the #1 locally owned real estate brokerage in the Hamptons, and Hamptons.com, the Hamptons’ leading lifestyle brand for what to do, where to go, and what’s happening across the East End.

Each week, Happening in the Hamptons covers the people, properties, market trends, events, restaurants, local businesses, charity happenings, arts and culture, and community stories shaping life on the East End. From Hamptons real estate and homes for sale to weekend events, waterfront living, village life, and local lifestyle coverage, the podcast brings a grounded, local perspective to one of the most iconic markets in the world.

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Discussing the Importance of Maintaining Relationships

The Hamptons can feel like a world-famous destination, but the way business works out here is pure small town: everyone’s connected, word travels fast, and your reputation is the real asset you can’t afford to gamble with. We start with a story about losing a listing, staying respectful anyway, and watching the relationship come back around, a reminder that “don’t burn bridges” isn’t just good manners, it’s smart real estate strategy.

Then we get into the fun part: new construction and standout listings that are ready for summer. We spotlight a Southampton Village home at 109 David Whites Lane that’s beautifully built, walkable to the village, and somehow fits seven ensuite bedrooms into 4,200 square feet, plus entertaining-friendly outdoor spaces. We also run through multiple turnkey builds in Bridgehampton and Southampton, packed with the amenities buyers keep asking for right now: gunite pools, outdoor kitchens, theaters, saunas, cold plunges, and furnished options that make moving in feel effortless.

To ground it all, we share this week’s Hamptons real estate market numbers including deals in contract, dollar volume, and the steady flow of new inventory as Memorial Day approaches. And because the East End isn’t only about houses, we wrap with Mother’s Day weekend restaurant specials and events across Montauk, Shelter Island, and Sag Harbor. If you like practical market intel with local flavor, subscribe, share this with a friend shopping the Hamptons, and leave us a review so more people can find the show.

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Happening in the Hamptons is powered by Saunders & Associates, the #1 locally owned real estate brokerage in the Hamptons, and Hamptons.com, the Hamptons’ leading lifestyle brand for what to do, where to go, and what’s happening across the East End.

Each week, Happening in the Hamptons covers the people, properties, market trends, events, restaurants, local businesses, charity happenings, arts and culture, and community stories shaping life on the East End. From Hamptons real estate and homes for sale to weekend events, waterfront living, village life, and local lifestyle coverage, the podcast brings a grounded, local perspective to one of the most iconic markets in the world.

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April 30, 2026 - Discussing Should You Buy or Should You Rent in the Hamptons

A $100,000 summer rental can disappear in six weeks, but that same $100,000 can also change what you can afford forever. We dig into the Hamptons buy vs rent decision the way real clients actually face it: comparing a home for sale against a home for rent, weighing lifestyle against long-term wealth, and asking the uncomfortable question of how much you need to use a place for ownership to make sense.

We also talk about what makes the Hamptons unique: every town and pocket lives differently. Do you want beach access, village energy, bay sunsets, or quiet woods? Renting can be a smart “test drive” if you are unsure, but buying starts to look like a slam dunk when you know your spot and plan to hold for years. One of our favorite frames is the fixed-rate mortgage “time travel” effect: locking a key cost while rents and everyday expenses rise, turning today’s payment into tomorrow’s bargain.

Then we shift to the market and what’s happening now. We spotlight a featured listing at 578 Stephen Hands Path with both sale and summer rental options, share this week’s Hamptons stats on deals in contract, dollar volume, new listings, and inventory, and close with weekend picks from a psychic medium to live comedy, spring markets, a museum opening, and Long Island Restaurant Week. If this helped you think clearer about buying, renting, or timing your move, subscribe, share this with a friend debating the Hamptons, and leave us a review. What’s your biggest hang-up: price, location, or how often you’d really use the house?

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Happening in the Hamptons is powered by Saunders & Associates, the #1 locally owned real estate brokerage in the Hamptons, and Hamptons.com, the Hamptons’ leading lifestyle brand for what to do, where to go, and what’s happening across the East End.

Each week, Happening in the Hamptons covers the people, properties, market trends, events, restaurants, local businesses, charity happenings, arts and culture, and community stories shaping life on the East End. From Hamptons real estate and homes for sale to weekend events, waterfront living, village life, and local lifestyle coverage, the podcast brings a grounded, local perspective to one of the most iconic markets in the world.

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