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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
(FITZGERALD Real Estate)
The Question Many Sellers Are AskingIf you've been following the real estate market lately, you've probably heard stories about homes receiving multiple offers within days of being listed. At the same time, other properties remain on the market much longer than expected. Many homeowners wonder how both can be true, especially when inventory remains limited throughout Franklin County and much of Massachusetts.Pricing Still Drives Buyer ActivityOne of the biggest reasons some homes receive multiple offers is proper pricing. Buyers today have access to more information than ever before. Within minutes, they can compare listings, review recent sales, and determine whether a home appears to be a good value. When a home enters the market at the right price, it often attracts more buyers and c...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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The Question Everyone Is AskingIf you've been searching for a home recently, you've probably noticed one thing—there simply aren't enough homes available. Many people assume higher mortgage rates are the main reason housing remains expensive, but the reality is more complex. Across Massachusetts—and especially here in Franklin County—the biggest challenge facing today's housing market is a lack of inventory.Massachusetts Faces a Significant Housing ShortageAccording to state housing planners, Massachusetts is expected to need approximately 222,000 additional housing units between 2025 and 2035 to meet demand and eliminate the current housing shortage. In Western Massachusetts alone, studies estimate a shortage of approximately 23,420 housing units, including roughly 3,370 units in Frank...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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Each year, the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MAR) meets with state legislators to discuss policies that affect housing affordability, homeownership opportunities, and the overall health of our housing market. While REALTORS® support many initiatives designed to increase housing supply and expand access to affordable housing, there are also proposals that we believe could have unintended negative consequences for homeowners, renters, and communities.For 2026, two key legislative issues that MAR opposes are:• Transfer Taxes• Rent ControlOpposition to Transfer TaxesMassachusetts homeowners already pay a deed excise tax when a property is sold. Proposed transfer taxes would add another layer of taxation to real estate transactions, increasing the cost of buying and selling homes.R...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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Franklin County Market Remains Active This SpringThe Franklin County real estate market continued to show steady buyer activity throughout April, even as inventory remains limited across the region. According to the REALTOR® Association of Pioneer Valley, Franklin County single-family home sales increased 10.7% year over year, rising from 28 sales in April 2025 to 31 sales in April 2026. Meanwhile, the median single-family sales price adjusted downward by 9.2%, moving from $380,000 to $345,000.The condominium market also saw significant movement this month. Condo sales in Franklin County doubled year over year, increasing from 6 sales in April 2025 to 12 sales in April 2026. Median condo pricing also rose noticeably, climbing from approximately $278,500 to $335,000.Buyer Demand Continue...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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Last week, I joined fellow REALTORS® from across Massachusetts at the State House for the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MAR) Annual REALTOR® Day on Beacon Hill. Each year, REALTORS® come together to meet directly with legislators and discuss critical housing issues impacting homeowners, buyers, sellers, and communities throughout the Commonwealth. We meet with local legislators in both the House and the Senate, as well as their staff, to highlight the pressing issues facing current and future homeowners in Massachusetts. Our discussions center on housing availability, affordability, property rights, local decision-making, consumer protection, and the long-term vitality of our communities. This year, several crucial topics we support took center stage. Massachusetts Needs More ...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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First impressions matter in real estate — and one of the very first things buyers notice is the front door. Before they ever step inside, buyers are already forming opinions about the home based on what they see from the curb. A clean, welcoming entrance can instantly make a property feel more inviting and better maintained.This week on WHAI, we talked about how something as simple as your front door color can influence a buyer’s perception of your home.Why Front Door Colors Matter to BuyersThe front door is more than just an entrance — it sets the emotional tone for the showing before buyers even step inside. Buyers naturally associate certain colors with specific feelings and styles, and those impressions can shape how they view the entire property.A thoughtfully chosen front door col...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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Buyer First Impressions: What Sellers Need to KnowWhen it comes to selling your home, first impressions are everything. The moment a buyer walks through the door, they’re not just looking at the property—they’re asking themselves one important question: “Can I see myself living here?”That emotional connection happens fast, and as a seller, your goal is to create a space where buyers can instantly feel at home.Creating a Flow That Feels RightFurniture placement plays a major role in how a home feels. Clear pathways help buyers move naturally, while oversized furniture can make rooms feel smaller. Highlight key features like windows and fireplaces to help define each space.Declutter to Let the Home ShineMinimize items on counters, tables, and dressers. Buyers will open closets, so keep th...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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First Quarter 2026 Real Estate Market ReportFranklin & Hampshire Counties MA | Single-Family Homes & Condominiums Prices stayed resilient Most segments held or posted gains in median price. Sales volume slowed Closed sales were lower across both counties. Buyers are being more selective Market times increased year over year in addition to seasonal highs.  Overview: A Market Adjusting, Not DecliningThe first quarter of 2026 showed a clear pattern across both Franklin and Hampshire Counties: prices remained firm or moved higher in most segments, while the number of closed sales declined.That points to a market that is rebalancing rather than weakening. Buyers are still active, but they are moving more carefully and taking more time to make decisions.Franklin County - Single-Family Homes M...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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When it comes to selling your home, first impressions happen instantly—and one of the most powerful (and overlooked) factors is smell.Before buyers notice your layout, finishes, or upgrades, they notice how your home feels. And scent plays a major role in that first emotional reaction.Clean Always WinsThe goal is simple: your home should smell clean.The most effective scents are light and fresh: Citrus (lemon or orange) Clean linen or “just cleaned” air Subtle natural scents like fresh flowers or light lavender Coffee or baked goods can help—but only if they’re very subtle. Smells That Turn Buyers Off InstantlyCertain odors can immediately create a negative reaction—and in some cases, cause buyers to lose interest altogether.Avoid: Strong cooking smells (especially grease or fish) Pet o...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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Spring has officially arrived, ushering in one of the busiest and most crucial times in real estate: the spring selling season. If you’re considering putting your home on the market this year, now is the perfect time to begin preparations. Above all, remember that first impressions are key.Start with the ExteriorA buyer’s experience begins before they ever step inside your home. The moment they pull up, they’re already forming opinions.After a long winter, prioritize a thorough spring cleanup. Remove any debris, tidy up walkways, and ensure the path to your front door is spotless and inviting. Buyers want to feel welcomed immediately—and that experience begins at the curb.Simple touches like fresh flowers can make a big difference. Early-spring blooms, such as pansies, daffodils, and cr...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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 Multifamily properties such as two-family, three-family, and larger apartment buildings can serve both as investments and as opportunities for buyers who want to live in one unit while renting the others. Let’s take a look at what the numbers from 2025 tell us about the multifamily market in Franklin County and Hampshire County.Franklin County Multifamily SalesIn Franklin County, the multifamily market showed some interesting changes compared with the previous year.For two-family homes, there were 47 sales in 2025, slightly up from 45 sales in 2024.For three-family homes, the market also saw an increase, with 11 sales in 2025 compared to 8 in 2024.Properties with four or more units, which are typically purchased by investors, moved in the opposite direction. There were 7 sales in 2025 ...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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  We are so fortunate to have received the much-needed rain these past few days. Some of the rain came in light showers and others in downpours and thunderstorms.   When it rains, especially with heavy downpours, you may take note of whether your gutters are working correctly or if you don't have gutters, think about putting them on your house. Over the years, I've listened to many home inspectors' opinions on whether they believe gutters are necessary or whether they will create more of a problem than a benefit. They mostly agree that gutters on homes with asphalt roofs are worth installing. Houses with metal and slate roofs are where they differ.  Because snow and ice are more likely to slide off roofs that are metal and slate, they can also take the gutter(s) off with them. They usua...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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Why is the Front Door such an important part of your Home? The Front Door is the first thing that people notice when they come up to your home. It makes a statement as to who lives there. It's a direct reflection of who you are. Your personality. and...It's a preview of what they will see inside. If it looks neat and clean they will have a welcoming feeling as they come up to the door. If the paint is peeling or it looks unkept or drab it gives off an unsettling feeling. Why should I care about what my front Door looks like?    As a homeowner looking to sell your home, first impressions mean everything. A little paint goes a long way especially when it comes to the front door and the entrance. You want the prospective buyers to feel welcome. You want them to enter your home with a posit...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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Top 10 things Sellers Need from their REALTOR   Be a REALTOR. Not every Real Estate licensee is a REALTOR. REALTORS subscribe to the code of ethics of the National Association of REALTORS. They invest in their business and their education. Many have earned NAR designations that help them advance their knowledge of the industry to betters serve their clients. Have Experience. Your home is one of the most valuable assets you will have in your lifetime. Make sure the REALTOR representing you has been listing and selling real estate long enough to make you feel comfortable with their skills. Understand your needs. Every Clients needs are different. Explain what you expect from your REALTOR during the process as well as your relocaton plans for after your sale. Make sure he/she understands y...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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  Mold means money.  A vent fan Nightmare.   Men covered head to toe in Hazmat outfits, rooms taped off, large fans running, disinfectant solutions, painting and sealing of wood and several thousand dollars later the homeowner can now come back to their home after evacuating while the work was being done in this 2 day process.  All this could have been avoided if the bathroom vent fan taking moist air from the bathroom was vented properly through the roof and not left pushing the moist air into the attic. Don't let this happen to you... Check your bathroom vent fan. Make sure it is working properly and that it is vented through the roof. Proper ventilation that includes a ridge vent and soffit vents will also go a long way to create airflow so there is less chance for the mold to stick....
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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Single Family Home Sales for the Pioneer Valley, Franklin County, Hampshire County, Hampden County in February 2013 drop 0.9% ever so slightly from 223 in February 2012 to 221 while the Median price rose 7.1% from $155,000 in February 2012 to $166,000 in February 2013.The Inventory for single family listings Dropped 10.6% from 2,417 at the end of February 2012 to2,161 single family listings at the end of February 2013. The supply of single family homes for sale in the Pioneer Valley, Franklin, County Hampshire County, Hampden County at the end of February 2012 there were 10.8 months of supply at the current rate of sale. At the end of February 2013 there was a 9.8 month supply. The average days on market for Single Family Home for Sales in  the Pioneer Valley, Franklin County, Hampshir...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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In Real Estate the most talked about and most well known cycle is The Real Estate Market Cycle in Greenfield, Franklin County and Western Mass and Beyond. You hear people saying that "We're in a Sellers Market" or "It's a Buyers Market" or that "the Market is Leveling off".  You've heard the term History repeats its self. Well, Real Estate does the same thing.  The Real Estate Market Cycle in Greenfield, Franklin County and Western Mass and Beyond is made up of 3 markets and these 3 markets continually cycle. The cycle goes from a Sellers Market to a Buyers Market to a Balanced Market and back around to the Sellers Market > Buyers Market > Balanced Market and around again.... The only variable in the The Real Estate Market Cycle in Greenfield, Franklin County and Western Mass and Beyond...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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It's Time to Check your Smoke Detectors & Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Every time you move your clocks ahead.. in the Spring and Back in the fall, it is important to check your smoke detectors to make sure they are working properly and change the batteries. It is a requirement that the Smoke Detectors and Carbon monoxide detectors be certified by the local fire department in Greenfield, Franklin County, the Pioneer Valley, Western Massachusetts and all of Massachusetts prior to the sale of a home. There must be a Smoke Detector within 10' of a Bedroom, at the base of the stairs including the basement stairs. There are 3 types of Detectors: Photoelectric, Ionization & Combination Smoke Detectors & Carbon-monoxide Detectors. Here in Greenfield, Franklin County, the Pioneer Valley, Western M...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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Spring forward into the Spring Real Estate Market - Franklin County. As we spring forward this Saturday March 9th to move our clocks forward 1 hour, we mark the beginning of the Spring Market here in Greenfield, Franklin County, The Pioneer Valley and All of Western Massachusetts. Adding an extra hour will give Buyers more time to view homes after work and into the evening. As days get longer through the spring and summer the Real Estate Market will be in full force by giving bouers more time to view homes. The current market conditions as we Spring forward into the Spring Real Estate Market here in Greenfield, Franklin County, The Pioneer Valley and All of Western Massachusetts is very active with an abundance of buyers that are experiencing record low interest rates. On the Sellers s...
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By Jim Mushinsky
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A Greenfield MA home buyer should receive a brochure, Home Inspectors Facts for Consumers Sheet, at the time of the signing of the first written contract to purchase. A standard Massachusetts home inspection is a visual examination of the physical structure and major interior systems of a residential building consisting of one to four dwelling units. It should be understood that there are certain risks inherent in the purchase of property and a home inspection is inherently limited in its scope and depth. The information gained from home inspection conforming to the Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice may reduce some of those risks, but the home inspection is not intended to provide the client with protection from all of the risks involved. Visit the Greenfield MA Home In...
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By Corinne Fitzgerald, Realtor/Broker/Owner, FITZGERALD Real Estate
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QR codes= Quality Real Estate for the Quick and Ready Consumers in Greenfield MA Franklin County Buyers are always looking for ways to make their home buying process easier. With iPhones, Blackberry's and Droids in just about every buyers hands these days, they can get information from just about anywhere at any time. The simpler we make it for them the better. They want the information and they want it NOW! So if they don't have to type in a web address and all they have to do is aim and click... they're there! QR codes = Quality Real Estate for the Quick & Ready Consumer is here it's now and it's at their finger tips.                         Any iPhone can get the QR Code app.,  Just aim your phone, it will scan the code and there you are.... Instant website or virtual tour. Surfing ...
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