Backstory: How Topping Rose House Took Shape in Bridgehampton

Topping Rose House
Dan’s Papers

In the 1840s, two mansions in the Greek Revival style were built across from one another in the center of downtown Bridgehampton. Whaling in Sag Harbor was bringing prosperity to the community. And these mansions were built by two prosperous friends and businessmen for their families. Besides the main road going through the Hamptons…

Backstory: Hamptons Real Estate Negotiation Strategies

Montauk Highway.
Dan’s Papers

In prior Backstory columns, I’ve written about various real estate transactions I’ve been involved with over the years. Since these transactions have always made money for me, I thought I should share with you the tricks and techniques which led to my success. For example, in 1968, I bought a building in Bridgehampton and…