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Exciting things are happening and you should know what is really going on
Monday, February 9, 2015
There has been a lot of chatter this past week around the PARTNERSHIP between Houlihan Lawrence and Kelly Associates. It’s not surprising that Chris Fountain pipped in on all the excitement as well. So much speculation about the details of this merger might have you thinking…..well, keep thinking, and watching the leadership we bring to the real estate business.
Like Kelly Associates, Houlihan Lawrence is a family run business. Siblings Nancy Seaman, Chris Meyers and Stephen Meyers are the engine behind this top Westchester firm. After watching what HL has accomplished in Greenwich in the last year, the two families, after years of a close friendship, decided to join forces. The top Westchester firm, on its way to being the number one firm in Greenwich, aligning with the top Darien firm…it makes all the sense in the world. This is a merger, not a “buy-out”. Jeff Kelly continues to be at the helm, and our infrastructure will strengthen, something that is hard to grow as a small independent. Kelly will gain the marketing platform and global reach that Houlihan Lawrence can provide. After the dust settles, you will find that we are still the firm that remains focused on the local market, understanding life in the northern suburbs of New York City better than anyone, while keeping our hands on the pulse of what is nothing less than a global real estate market.
Kelly Associates has been a wonderful place to work, and the two of us wouldn’t be anywhere else. When we started this blog, which was “ground breaking” out here in the provinces of Darien, the Kelly family not only supported it, they embraced it. FINALLY, agents were thinking “outside of the box”. When a firm in town (hmmmmm, which one could that be) sent us a ‘cease and desist’ letter (some would say you have not made it until you have been delivered your first) Kelly supported and encouraged us further. In this business you cannot grow and succeed without taking risks. You have to innovate and change with the times. What is happening here is exactly that, so why wouldn’t we embrace it! This is about real professionals leading the way in real estate and staying on top.
This is going to be a great year. Our business continues to grow and Real in Darien is reaching new heights. We are proud to continue working with the Kelly family and be a part of our new “mothership” Houlihan Lawrence.
If you are currently working with another broker, this is not a solicitation.
“Buy the best, and you will only cry once” – Miles Redd
Sunday, February 1, 2015As we sit in the aftermath of what was not the”Blizzard of the Century”, but in the freezing cold, there is every indication that the Spring market is upon us. Buyers are out and about. It’s “house hunting season” again and nothing speaks louder to me than that quote from Miles Redd! When you are out looking at properties remember that getting what you really want can happen. Whether you are buying something that is move-in ready, or you are looking for a project, everyone’s “best house” is out there. You just need to take that leap!
Safe to say I would get a good cry in over this and live there happily ever after.
11 Huckleberry Lane, offered by Kate Balanoff through Houlihan Lawrence, is a classic and gracious colonial with six bedrooms, five full and two half baths generously spread out inside 7200 square feet. Newly built in 2003, it has settled into its own and holds up its end of the bargain as a “classic”. Bring your kleenex; who knows, maybe you will get a good weep in! Asking $3,395,000.
The entry at 11 Huckleberry makes a formidable impression. Big Chic looms here…
Everyone needs to own a really good hall lantern at some point in their lives. And here would be your opportunity. I would suggest looking at what Robert Kime has right now. I think Miles would agree.
Or just start here, looking at what the design world is talking about.
And how he would work the upstairs hallway! Another good example of Miles’ talent. Coincidentally, this house is on the market through Houlihan Lawrence! This house would be a fabulous weekend retreat.
The dining room at 11 Huckleberry has enough wall space to wrap some fabulous “high impact” wall paper around it. To say nothing of the dining room table and chairs you will be shopping for. Dinner for 18.
This is the BIG KITCHEN you are leaving the City for! Fabulous, done and that is one gorgeous wood countertop on the island.
Make no mistake, this den at the other end of the kitchen is where everyone will wind up at the end of the day. Very comfortable. Check out some of Robert Kime’s Ikat for this room as well.
One of the chicest “teen” hang outs we have seen. It is nice for the kids to have a their party room too!
I would say working at home would be quite comfortable here!
11 Huckleberry is perfect for large scale pieces; art, or furniture, as well as fabrics and window treatments that make bold statements. This house really presents an opportunity for a fabulous design statement. Have I made my point here?
Miles is the man for the job at 11 Huckleberry. It would be Big Bold and Beautiful!
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If you are looking for a good, big cry, call us. We would love to help find the best house for you. They say February 1 is the official start of the Spring market, but around here, it is always a good time to look and move into your new house!
If you are currently working with an agent/broker, this is not a solicitation.
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