Friday, May 4, 2012

Open House - Shelburne Falls Victorian Saturday 12-2


OPEN HOUSE - SATURDAY, MAY 5th 12:00 TO 2:00! 





Come take a tour of this beautiful Shelburne Falls Victorian located in one of the area's finest neighborhoods with a fabulous front porch that overlooks beautiful gardens and westerly mountain views. The sun filled rooms are warm and inviting and this gracious home is in immaculate condition. 7 Pleasant Street, Shelburne Falls - Look for signs!!


Art Under the Stars in Shelburne Falls


 





Saturday, May 5, 2012 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.



*Art Under the Stars* shoes will lead you on an Art Walk across the Deerfield River and through dozens of shops, galleries, and restaurants for an evening of new exhibitions, receptions with artists, studio demonstrations, art on the streets, interactive art, live music, and yummy treats. *Art Under the Stars* is free to the public. Gaze out over Salmon Falls and the glacial potholes, walk the Bridge of Flowers, ride an historic trolley under the stars in this jewel of an artisans village. 



 


When is a good time to sell?


When is a good time to sell? Most home sellers think the spring market is the best time and it could be. Homes certainly show better when the gardens are blooming and trees are lush. What really makes the difference is the state of the economy and consumer confidence. I had several home sellers that wanted to take their house off the market this past winter. I convinced them to not to and was able to get a few of them sold. Why? Mild winter and the uptick in consumer confidence created an increase in sales. It has been a great start to the year.   Read on . . .


Massachusetts Housing Task Force Reports Positive News!


The Commonwealth of Massachusetts housing task force is reporting positive news about the state's economy and that the real estate market is now stabilized. I couldn't agree more! The local market here in Franklin County continues to be busy. Stay tuned for future updates!



Read more about it - Economic Update 


Thursday, May 3, 2012

Declutter! Best tip to get your house ready to sell!




The best way to get your house ready to sell is simply declutter! It makes a big difference when a buyer tours your home. Stage each room and makes sure it is neat and clean.  More Tips on Decluttering!

Check out Charlemont New Hiking Trails!



Charlemont Trail System
Trail Hike - Wednesday, May 9th, 5:30 - 7:00 PM
A few landowners in Charlemont have come together to build a trail network in the center of town. Berkshire East, the Warfield House and Zoar Outdoor control over 1500 acres of mostly forested land and the three landowners, 
with considerable support from the New England Mountain Bike Association, have developed over 20 miles of hiking and biking trails that are free and open to the public for non-motorized recreation. 

A few upcoming events that are free and open to the public are:

Trail Hike - Wednesday, May 9 at 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Meet at the Berkshire 
East base lodge. We will drive up to the top of the mountain and then hike 
the trails at the top. 

Trail Work Day - Saturday, May 12, 9 am to 1 pm. Meet at the Berkshire East base lodge. 

Grand Opening of the Charlemont Trail System - August 10-12. Join the 
Charlemont Trail Systems Facebook page for details.

Friday, April 27, 2012

More good news - March Pending Sales Up!


REAL ESTATE NEWS RELEASE - MARCH MARKET UPDATE

Pending home sales increased in March and are well above a year ago, another signal the housing market is recovering, according to The National Association of Realtors.  The Pending Home Sales index,  a forward-looking indicator based on contract signings, rose 4.1 percent to 101.4 in March from an upwardly revised 97.4 in February and is 12.8 percent above March 2011 when it was 89.9.  The data reflects contracts but not closings.  The index is now at the highest level since April 2010 when it reached 111.3.

This is a positive sign as we move forward in the Spring market.  For more information and comments from the National Association of REALTORS chief economist check out the NEWS RELEASE.