I was on my way to a showing in Granby, Connecticut, recently, when something made me do a double-take. It wasn’t the house itself. What caught my attention was a yard sign that said: THIS HOME WAS HERE IN 1776 Now, I look at houses all day long. It takes a lot to make me […]
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Farmers Markets, Farm Stands & Fresh Finds in Western Massachusetts & Northwestern Connecticut (2026)
There is something about a farmers market that feels like summer. Maybe it’s the smell of fresh strawberries. Maybe it’s the buckets of flowers. Maybe it’s the fact that complete strangers suddenly find themselves discussing tomatoes as if the future of civilization depends on choosing the right one. Whatever the reason, farmers’ markets are one […]
The Southwick Housing Market Has Changed. Here’s What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know.
You are aware it isn’t 2021 anymore, right? Sometimes I wonder. Every time I open social media, I see people talking about the housing market like we’re still in the middle of the pandemic frenzy. You remember those days. Twenty offers. Waived inspections. Houses selling before the sign hit the lawn. Depending on who you […]
Why Moving to Western Massachusetts Changes What Home Means
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 […]
What Happens After Closing Day? A Western Massachusetts Realtor Explains
Most people think closing day is the finish line. The papers are signed. The funds are transferred. The keys change hands. Buyers are excited, sellers are relieved, and everyone heads off to begin the next chapter. That’s certainly the most visible part of the process. Recently, I made a short video set to the Benny […]
