People think they’re moving for a house. After more than 35 years helping people buy and sell homes in Western Massachusetts, I’ve learned that most of the time, that’s only part of the story. The idea for this article came from a short video I recently filmed while wandering through a local greenhouse. Sometimes the […]
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Free Summer Concerts in Western Massachusetts & Northern Connecticut (2026 Guide)
One of my favorite things about living in the Western Massachusetts and Northwest Connecticut area is that some of the best summer evenings are completely free. Throw a lawn chair in the trunk, call a friend, and you can find live music somewhere almost every night of the week. From Downtown Live in Westfield to […]
What Warren Buffett’s Latest Housing Investment Could Mean for Homeowners
When Warren Buffett makes a major investment, people pay attention. Recently, Buffett made another significant bet tied to the housing industry, and most of the discussion has focused on what it means for investors, stock prices, and the broader economy. But that’s not what caught my attention. What caught my attention was a conversation I […]
A Southwick, MA Tradition I Suddenly Noticed
A Southwick Tradition I Suddenly Noticed Southwick, Massachusetts, is my hometown, and on Sunday evening, I found myself noticing one of its most recognizable Memorial Day traditions in a whole new way. Every year around Memorial Day, the center of Southwick, Massachusetts, is transformed by hundreds of American flags. From Tannery Road to the end […]
Stoney Hill Condominiums, Westfield, MA Market Update (Past 18 Months)
Over the past 18 months in Stoney Hill Condos in Westfield, MA, there have been 7 closed sales, with an average sale price of $326,500 and an average list price of $319,214. The average price per square foot came in around $206, with homes averaging about 35 days on market and going under agreement in […]

