Laurie Finan

Laurie spent her childhood growing up on Fishers Island. She has spent most of her adult years elsewhere in the United States, managing operations for a shipping company as well as buying and selling commercial and multifamily investment properties in Colorado, Connecticut and New York.

In 2003, she returned to Fishers Island, this time with her husband, so that their children would be educated at the Fishers Island School. Because of the excellent educational opportunities afforded by the best teacher-student ratio in New York and the safe, close-knit community, Laurie knew the island would be an ideal place to raise her family.

Registered and licensed as a broker in New York & Connecticut, Laurie is the Assistant Secretary of the Fishers Island Yacht Club, a Board Member of the Union Chapel Church, Coordinator of the Churches Golf Tournament, and a Board Member of the PTO.

email laurie@shuttersandsails.com
office, fax (631) 788-7921
cell (860) 803-2963
home (631) 788-7412

Tim Patterson

Tim first came to Fishers Island one summer almost sixty years ago, and returned for as many summers as possible in the years since, until he and his wife were finally able to become full-time residents in 2004.

Prior to becoming a "year-'rounder", Tim managed and developed real estate in Dayton, Ohio for thirty years, among many other interesting things. Be sure to tap into his vast knowledge of the island and its people and history!

A licensed Real Estate Sales Associate, Tim is also a well-respected, licensed Home Improvement Contractor on the island. His experience and in-depth knowledge of house structure make him uniquely qualified to advise and assist both sellers and buyers.

Tim is a member of the Fishers Island Yacht Club, Adjutant of the American Legion, a Fireman with the Fishers Island Fire Department, Navigator of the Fishers Island waterborne ambulance "Sea Stretcher", and a Board Member of the Fishers Island Waste Management District. He is also an avid ocean racing sailor and fisherman.

email tim@shuttersandsails.com
office, fax (631) 788-7921
cell (937) 367-7787
home (631) 788-7562

Marj Beck

Manning the phone and email, Marj may be the first person you get in touch with, but don't worry, she won't bite. She'll make sure that either Laurie or Tim get back to you as soon as possible if she can't answer your inquiry right away.

email admin@shuttersandsails.com
office, fax (631) 788-7921

Svieta Liashchyna

A recent graduate from Pace University Law School, Svieta is very involved in managing the Shutters & Sails database and its day to day operations.

email admin@shuttersandsails.com
office, fax (631) 788-7921

Contact Us

Shutters & Sails, LLC
Fishers Island Real Estate
P.O. Box 625
Fishers Island, NY 06390

email: info@shuttersandsails.com
office, fax (631) 788-7921

Our Services

Seller's Agent

A seller’s agent has, without limitation, the following fiduciary duties to the seller: reasonable care, undivided loyalty, confidentiality, full disclosure, obedience, and duty to account. In addition the seller’s agent is also subject to any specific provisions set forth in an agreement between the agent and the seller. In dealings with the buyer, the seller’s agent should : exercise reasonable skill and care in performance of the agent’s duties, deal honestly, fairly and in good faith and disclose all facts known to the agent materially affecting the value or desirability of the property, except as otherwise provided by law.

Buyer's Agent

Did you know that most real estate agents are seller's agents? That means that unless you have a buyer agency agreement or dual agency agreement, the person you're sharing your personal information with works for the seller, not you.

A buyer’s agent has, without limitation, the following fiduciary duties to the buyer: reasonable care, undivided loyalty, confidentiality, full disclosure, obedience, and duty to account. In addition, the buyer’s agent is also subject to any specific provisions set forth in an agreement between the agent and the buyer.

In dealings with the seller, the buyer’s agent should: exercise reasonable skill and care in performance of the agent’s duties, deal honestly, fairly and in good faith and disclose all facts known to the agent materially affecting the buyer’s ability and/or willingness to perform a contract to acquire the seller’s property that are not inconsistent with the agent’s fiduciary duties to the buyer.

Dual Agency with Designated Sales Agents

With full disclosure and informed consent in writing, the principals and broker who represent both parties as a dual agent may designate a sales agent to represent the buyer and another sales agent to represent the seller to negotiate the purchase and sale of real estate. Shutters & Sails is staffed to handle both sides of a real estate transaction with designated agents to represent the best interests of the buyer and seller.

See the New York State Disclosure Form for Buyer and Seller for further agency relationship details.

House rentals

Whether you're looking to rent a house as landlord or tenant, we're happy to help.

Landlords, get the peace of mind that we find responsible tenants who will enjoy your home, often year after year, so that you can have the peace of mind and wallet that you seek. We can take care of the entire rental process, from contracts and payment to preparing your property for rental, making sure the tenants get everything they need, Your house will be returned to you clean and in the same condition as before it was rented.

Tenants, get the peace of mind that you'll arrive at a safe, clean, well-equipped non-smoking house that will make your dream vacation come true. From towels to lobsters, directions to concert tickets, let us be your concierges for the perfect island experience.

rental property management

Want to rent your home, but don't want the hassle? Let us take care of all the details. From yard maintenance to painting, cleaning to finding an emergency replacement when the refrigerator stops working, we can take care of the details that will earn you top dollar for every week you rent your home.

weddings

Having a wedding on the island? We'll help you find as many beds as you can for that special weekend. Give us a call and let us do the legwork of ensuring your guests get the beds - and the attention - they deserve.

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