Berkshire Real Estate – 7 Tips to Help Sell Your Home
Wednesday, April 25th, 2012Berkshire Real Estate:
Even though the Berkshires is a unique area, there are certain givens that apply universally.
The Wall Street Journal interviewed Housing Executives from Realtor.com, Zillow, & Trulia
among others.
Here are 7 Tips culled from the article.
1. Price to Sell
2. Great Photos
3. Curb Appeal
4. Fix It
5. Clean Up and Clean Out
6. Curb Appeal
7. Do not sell "For Sale By Owner"
For the Complete Article http://bit.ly/JOdeJx
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Berkshire Real Estate – Searles Castle
Monday, April 23rd, 2012
Searles Castle in Great Barrington, Ma. is the Second Largest Property currently on the Market.
Not only did Great Barrington win as the Number 1 small town,
but it is also home to the 2nd largest property currently on the American Market.
Searles Hopkins Castle. Measures 54,246 square feet, is a seven-story mansion,
has 40 rooms, including 14 bedrooms and 15 bathrooms, accented by 36 fireplaces.
Rob Baer wrote an interesting article about the 5 largest homes for sale, check out more on Searles plus the other 4 Houses.
http://curbed.com/archives/2012/04/20/the-five-largest-houses-currently-on-the-market-in-america.php
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Great Barrington #1 Small Town
Tuesday, April 17th, 2012I always new Great Barrington was a Great place to live!
The Town has been voted #1 Best Small Town in America.
What a positive article about Gret Barrington.
If your thinking about a Second Home in the country check out Great Barrington.
We would be glad take you on a tour and show you some Special Properties
1. Great Barrington, MA
Big-city smart meets New England natural in an art-rich mountain setting.
You’ve got to slow down when Route 7 leaves behind the wide-open valley of the Housatonic River to enter Great Barrington. The road becomes
Railroad Street there, right of way to pedestrians stalled in the crosswalk trying to decide whether to have sushi or chimichangas for dinner.
Others carry yoga mats, bags of farmers market produce, books, CDs, double espressos and all the other stuff it’s hard to find in surrounding
Berkshire Mountain villages like Stockbridge and Lenox.
For the rest of the article: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/The-20-Best-Small-Towns-in-America.html?c=y&page=2&navigation=previous#IMAGES
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Berkshire Real Estate – Gardens & Garden Tours
Saturday, May 14th, 2011
One good thing about all the rain we have had this year in the Berkshires is that our gardens should be very lush.
I live in Great Barrington, Ma. and i can see from my own gardens that the blooms this season are full with what looks like rich color. As far as the effect on Berkshire Real Estate Sales, beautiful well maintained landscaping and gardens are eye candy. They help to create those magic words Curb Appeal.
For Berkshire visitors, Second Home Owners and year round residents the Lenox Garden Clubs annual tour ” Hidden Treasures of The Berkshires” will be July 9th.
Six gardens will be open in Richmond & Stockbridge, Ma. http://www.lenoxgardenclub.net/gardenhousetour.html
If you live in a different part of the country or are traveling this summer the following article provides a comprehensive list of garden tours throughout the country.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/28/garden/28webtour.html?ref=realestate
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Berkshire Real Estate – Why A Second Home Here?
Thursday, May 5th, 2011
I routinely work with out of state buyers from NY, CT, NJ and FL. who are interested in purchasing Second Homes here in The Berkshires, Ma. They want to have a home in The Berkshires because it is a four season area. They like communities that have the cultural, and outdoor activities that Berkshire County offer. In the spring and summer when they come to town they like the idea of having a lot of lakes to choose from for swimming, boating, fishing plus many trails for hiking, and cycling.
Culturally speaking The Berkshires, Ma. 
is known as the summer cultural center for Music, Theatre, Dance with Tanglewood, Barrington Stage, and Jacobs Pillow taking the lead of the many performing companies. Summers spent in The Berkshires taking in the fresh air, and awesome mountain views have been well known for over a century. (more…)
is known as the summer cultural center for Music, Theatre, Dance with Tanglewood, Barrington Stage, and Jacobs Pillow taking the lead of the many performing companies. Summers spent in The Berkshires taking in the fresh air, and awesome mountain views have been well known for over a century. (more…)Berkshire Real Estate – Second Home Options
Saturday, April 30th, 2011
I was just reading about an interesting concept for Second Home Owners. It is called 3RD HOME. A company that was created to fill the needs of second home owners to find a safe, fun and trustworthy way to “expand” the use of their second homes.Sometimes home owners are too busy to visit their vacation homes or simply want a different getaway experience. 3RD HOME provides a solution. Members’ second homes provide more access and value than they ever imagined.
3RD HOME members can reserve a second home any time – anywhere around the world. Home owners in different markets are linked on a single website. Members simply go online, browse, click and instantly reserve their vacations of a lifetime in a variety of settings around the globe. An interactive site allows members to set alerts and connect with other members to plan their getaways.
Website: http://www.3rdhome.com/
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Berkshire Real Estate – Pricing Tips For Sellers!
Thursday, April 21st, 2011Pricing in today’s market is key. Buyers are not only looking at List Price but also at Assessed Value. When a house is first listed is the time that it generates the most excitement. So Pricing your house right from the get go will help you sell it more quickly, when buyer enthusiasm for your property is high.
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Berkshire Real Estate/Mountain Views – Priced To Sell
Wednesday, April 20th, 2011
Berkshire Real Estate – West Stockbridge, Ma. This very special property with Spectacular Mountain Views from every room has just had a PRICE REDUCTION. The new list price ($1,950,000) is well below the assessed value. This is the perfect time of year to enjoy Berkshire Mountain Views. Swim and Relax in the Fabulous Infinity Pool. Begin to make plans to entertain your family and friends in this extraordinary light filled property. Every time i show this house i have to resist jumping into the pool. Priced To Sell $1,950,000
Click on the link below to see details and more photos.
http://www.flexmls.com/share/1OfV/76-West-CENTER-Rd-West-Stockbridge-MA-01266
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Berkshire Real Estate – Pittsfield Market On The Rise
Tuesday, March 29th, 2011
Great News for the Berkshire Real Estate Market as compiled by the National Association Of Realtors.
Although the price of Real Estate in many Areas of the Country have dropped, there are housing markets that are on the upswing. This article features the top 5 markets. The metropoliatan area of Pittsfield, Ma in The Berkshires is number two in Growth.
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Becket, Ma .- Lakeside Cottage For Sale
Sunday, March 20th, 2011
CHARMING LAKESIDE COTTAGE! $129,000.
The Perfect Weekend Getaway In The Berkshires!
Relax at this Becket, Ma. Lake or Swim, Boat & Fish. Cottage is close to all Summer & Winter Berkshire Attractions.
Tanglewood, Jacobs Pillow, Ski Butternut, Hiking, Antiquing, Fine Dining, Bird Watching & Much Much More.
For more information contact: Marlene (413) 717-0773