Marlene Goldstein's (marlenegoldstein) Blog

Home Selling Tips for Fall - With the fall season in full swing, especially here in the Berkshires,  now is the perfect time to quickly update both the exterior and interior of your Home. Keep in mind though, to use a light touch.  We don't want to scare away a home buyer with too much Halloween....

Builders are beginning to take a look at building on spec again, according to a ny times article.  There is a need for new contruction now. "Regardless of the economy, people always want a new home," said Mr. Morris, the owner of Morgan Creek Development. Although these sentiments may be the exc...

Dogs And Homeowner Associations Do you have a dog?  Are you thinking of buying a condo? The ins and outs of homeowner associations and dogs are not always a happy mix, especially if you love and have a large dog. Our buyer tip for the day is to read the rules and regulations carefully. Many home...

Berkshire Country Homes is looking forward to attending what sounds like an exciting event in September, it is called The Berkshire Forum. The forum will bring together  forward-thinking doers and dreamers  to learn, network and swap ideas. More than 40 featured speakers and session facilitators...

Berkshire Country Homes recommends Great Barrington, Ma. as a teriffic place for your second home.  Whether you love antiquing,  gourmet food, theatre, music, hiking, skiing or just hanging out with family and friends.  Great Barrington Real Estate offers many opportunities for relaxation, cultur...

Berkshire Country Homes reports reading this interesting article on the Reuters Wire. According to the National Association of Realtors,  International Home Buyers are increasingly attracted to property in the U.S.  Referencing  several factors,  including the strength of the dollar, the value an...

  Great Barrington, Ma. is a town in Berkshire county. It is both a summer resort and home to Ski Butternut.  It is the birthplace of  W.E.B. Dubois, academic and famous civil rights activist. Great Barrington includes the villages of Van Deusenville and Housatonic. The area was originally called...

Real Estate in Great Barrington Ma. is getting exciting.  There are some great Homes For Sale in Great Barrington, MA. Todays featured home is a newly built 4 unit cluster condominium.   The design concept of Maple Grove  Condominium takes the Tradtional Saltbox and updates it for today's Contem...

Berkshire Luxury Rental - Stockbridge Ma. Contemporary -Are you thinking about renting a Berkshire Luxury Rental in  Stockbridge, Ma. the home of Norman Rockwell, his inspiration for hundreds of illustrations for the Saturday Evening Post. While renting this Luxury Rental in Stockbridge, Ma. you ...

 You know it's summer in Berkshire Ma. when you want to jump right into this magnificent infinity pool. An outstanding Berkshire, Ma. Real Estate opportunity is being offered in the town of West Stockbridge, Ma.   Vista Hill -  is a luxurious home with spectacular views.  Private and yet close to...