Looking for something to do this weekend.  Check out the Franklin County Home Show and Green Fair at the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Greenfield.

More for information visit http://www.franklincc.org/

This is important - please listen to the video.  Lending rules are changing and we need to be aware of what is happening.

20% Down Payment Rule Starts April 2011 | Mortgages For The Few, Renting For the Many

The market in Franklin County is picking up now that winter is behind us and warmer 
weather is on its way. I am meeting with several sellers and anticipate a substantial 
increase in inventory within the next 30 days. My showing appointments have also
increased drastically so this is all good news that everyone needs to hear. I will
continued to keep you posted on the market so stay tuned . [...]

What are QR Codes? This is a smartphone readable barcode. You will start seeing these in our advertisments, on for sale signs and listing sheets. You need to download the app and you can use your phone to scan. You will be able to immediately receive information about that property. This QR Code that I uploaded is my web site where you can [...]

Finally a positive article written about the housing market.  There is no doubt we are going through difficult times and it seems like nothing will have get better.  But it will.  Real estate is a great long term investment and there is nothing like home ownership.   Read the article in Fortune  http://bit.ly/ijEt88

Coldwell Banker had their awards event on Tuesday and I am pleased to announce that I placed 3rd in Sales for the Massachusetts Coldwell Banker affiliates.   Coldwell Banker Upton-Massamont REALTORS is still #1 in the state!!!  Congratulations to our office and award winning agents.

One Sign the Housing Bust Could End Soon - Rick Newman (usnews.com)

Be careful burning brush this season.  Make sure you have plenty of help and water nearby . . .

Brush fire prevention tips | WWLP.com

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