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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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 […]
Why Your House Isn’t Getting Showings | Western Massachusetts Home Selling Tips
Why Your House Isn’t Getting Showings (And What To Do About It) If your house isn’t getting showings, the market may be trying to tell you something. That doesn’t necessarily mean there’s something wrong with your home. It doesn’t mean buyers dislike the neighborhood, and it certainly doesn’t mean your house can’t sell. More often […]
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 Buyers See That Sellers Don’t: A Common Home Selling Challenge in Western Massachusetts
If you’re thinking about selling your home in Westfield, Southwick, or anywhere in Western Massachusetts, there’s something important to understand before your house ever hits the market: You don’t see your home the way buyers do. And that’s completely normal. The longer you’ve lived in a home, the harder it becomes to view it objectively. […]
