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    Historical Charm in Brighton

    Have you caught an episode of HGTV’s show “Hunting Vintage“?  The show celebrates historical homes and all the charming details they offer.  It’s a similar format to “House Hunters” but with a nod to old homes!  I caught an episode recently and couldn’t help but think how lucky we are in Rochester.  We have so many beautiful old homes in this city…case in point, two of my current listings in Brighton (more on that below)!

    If you know Brighton, you know that it abounds with character.  There’s a myriad of styles, and abundance of whimsy and a range of prices!

    35 Buffard Drive in Brighton is brimming with historical details and is presented at $229,900.

    Check out the beautiful windows and the shutters on this 1920 colonial:

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    This entryway and staircase is just divine:

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    And this nook.  Who doesn’t love a nook?!

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    357 Cromwell Drive in Brighton is a BEAUTIFUL 1940 colonial presented at just $164,900! Check out the architectural detail in that little window front and center!

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    Here’s a glimpse of the window inside:

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    How about this arch?!:

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    Or this little room:

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    As you can see, we are lucky to live in a town that is rich with beautiful, historical homes. If you love details, you’ll love these two charmers!  Call me if you’re interested!  As the great designer Charles Eames once said:

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    Cheers!

    Amy

     

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    Getting To Know Your Realtor

     

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    NAME: Amy Petrone

    HOW MANY PEOPLE/PETS ARE IN YOUR FAMILY: 6 including the dog! husband, Guy; sons, Jake, Ryan & Nolan; 4-year-old Golden Retriever named “Otto” after the SU Mascot of course!

    WHERE DID YOU GO TO SCHOOL: St Louis School for elementary; Our Lady of Mercy HS and Syracuse University for undergraduate & graduate school.

    WHERE WOULD WE MOST LIKELY FIND YOU WHEN YOU’RE NOT WORKING: on a soccer field ⚽️, at an SU game🍊 or traveling.

    FAVORITE SPORTS TEAM TO CHEER ON: Pittsford Sutherland HS/Calkins Rd MS Soccer & Syracuse Orange Basketball.

    FAVORITE RESTAURANT: right now it’s Nosh.

    FAVORITE STORE: Wegmans because I consider it my second home.

    FAVORITE TV SHOW: Nashville.

    WHAT WOULD YOU BE IF YOU WEREN’T A REALTOR? I would be a party planner!

    FASHION TREND YOU CANNOT SUPPORT: lace up your leg shoes & nude hose.

    ONE THING ON YOUR BUCKET LIST: To see Eric Church live in concert.

    PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Building my business from the ground up and continuing to grow it through referrals!

    PERSONAL MOTTO: something good will come out of everything you put your mind/passion/energy into!

    AN INTERESTING TIDBIT: I’m teaching my 16-year-old son how to drive…gulp!

    SOMETHING YOU LOVE ABOUT ROCHESTER: I love the fact that anywhere I go in Rochester I will run into people I know! Such a sense of community and when people come here they stay for a long time!

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    Fly Your Flag

    Today, June 14, is Flag Day.  When I was 12 years old I wrote an editorial piece for the Democrat and Chronicle about why everyone should fly an American flag.  Today, it’s still one of the things I tell sellers to do most when they list their homes.

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    According to the PBS website, the colors of the flag have significant meaning:

    Red symbolizes Hardiness and Valor.
    White symbolizes Purity and Innocence.
    Blue represents Vigilance, Perseverance and Justice.

    I would add that our flag demonstrates pride, history and unity.

    I was thumbing through a copy of HGTV Magazine when I spotted this article:

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    It’s titled, “If You Only Do One Thing This Month: Hang a Flag for Fourth of July.”  This article reminded me of the essay I wrote as a girl.  It still holds true today.

    Take pride in your homes.  Take pride in this great country!   Fly your flags.  And forever in peace may they wave.

    Amy

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