About Us

Welcome to New Hampshire. With over 1,300 lakes surrounded by a state that is 86% trees, people come here to enjoy the best that Mother Nature offers.


I have lived on or near water my entire life. My family even owned a private island, 9 miles by boat and 28 miles by car to the nearest town called Little Current — and that was an overstatement. I understand and appreciate the emotions and fond memories attached to such special places.


Prior to a real estate career which began in 2004, I spent 30 years in advertising as an art director, writer, photographer, and designer in NYC and Boston. I have worked with three US Presidents, a five-star General, countless celebrities, corporate moguls, top fashionistas, and well over 450 different accounts in every category. This included marketing multi-million dollar homes for a Boston-based real estate company that has since become a Sotheby's affiliate. I’ve expanded my skills to include drone aerial imaging, videos, electronic and printed brochures, social media and so much more.


As a real estate agent, I have consistently been a multi-million dollar performer. I have marketed, helped sell, and sold properties on more different bodies of water than any agent in the state of New Hampshire. I collect lakes.

Let me be your Waterfront Agent.

How We Got Started

I was in advertising for 30 years in NYC and Boston and here. I did all the high end marketing of multi million dollar properties for a real estate company in Boston which became a Sotheby's affiliate. So I walked into the Coldwell Banker in Portsmouth with by brochures and began my career. My first listing on my first day was a waterfront in Northwood. So I created my first website www.WaterfrontAgent.net. From there I headed north to Wolfeboro with Prudential which turned to Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Then to the Bean Group and now back with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Verani. I also work from my home office on the water in Wolfeboro --- and the million miles out of my cars with computer and a hubspot from my iPhone in hand (but not while I drive of course).

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Michael from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Verani Realty Answered this on February 21, 2020
Open houses can be a way of gaining buyers Always have a signup sheet which asks for emails and if they are working with another agent then call that agent  Getting people to the open house sometimes needs some thinking. There are buyers who go to open houses for sport and free food. In certain... (more) Open houses can be a way of gaining buyers Always have a signup sheet which asks for emails and if they are working with another agent then call that agent  Getting people to the open house sometimes needs some thinking. There are buyers who go to open houses for sport and free food. In certain areas nobody comes. Even agents who you need to see your listing don’t. I have offered lottery tickets and a contest for any agent to guess how much the house will eventually sell for to lure agents. Have a lender Or title company sponsor an open house and have them promote it as well  Connect with open houses by other agents at the same time and cross promote so you can get the traffic of all of their contacts too.  And always have others with you for safety 

Michael from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Verani Realty Answered this on January 24, 2020
There is an organization called SCORE in many cities  that is managed by Business people and is free to do but I always believe you want to be surrounded by people smarter than you and successful people will always spend time sitting down with you helping you in your business Anna could be... (more) There is an organization called SCORE in many cities  that is managed by Business people and is free to do but I always believe you want to be surrounded by people smarter than you and successful people will always spend time sitting down with you helping you in your business Anna could be different people for different parts of the business that you’re interested in getting expertise in example marketing or merchandising or technical parts. Mentors are key as long as their interest is to help you vs you helping them to do their tedious work for free.  In my business of real estate there are so many aspects that can make you successful so the last thing to ask a person or company is how much do I make or what is my commission break. The answer should be zero until you start to know how to do it. And any commissioned base business can hire a million people because it doesn’t cost them much to do so Importantly having a real interest in doing the work vs just searching for a place to make money is the difference between a job and a career Thank you  

Michael from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Verani Realty Answered this on January 20, 2020
I have different ways. Through Zillow realtor.com and by just writing one with permission to put on my website. Most people are uncomfortable to put their name out there. It is best to ask as soon as you can. Time is not our friend. I know some agents just write one and ask to approve it. I think... (more) I have different ways. Through Zillow realtor.com and by just writing one with permission to put on my website. Most people are uncomfortable to put their name out there. It is best to ask as soon as you can. Time is not our friend. I know some agents just write one and ask to approve it. I think that is wrong.  

Michael from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Verani Realty Answered this on August 02, 2018
A lender that truly services a client is what I look for. Being able to look outside of the box is helpful as well.  (more) A lender that truly services a client is what I look for. Being able to look outside of the box is helpful as well. 

Michael from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Verani Realty Answered this on March 09, 2018
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Michael from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Verani Realty Answered this on December 18, 2017
Service is always what sets people apart. I try to provide exceptional service since my job never ends as a real estate agent. (more) Service is always what sets people apart. I try to provide exceptional service since my job never ends as a real estate agent.

Michael from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Verani Realty Answered this on September 10, 2017
Prior to real estate, I was an art director in advertising in NYC and Boston for 25+ years. And what I learned is the best advertising is word of mouth. An ad the comes from the voice of yourself will never be as truthful as from customers and clients. Do a good job and they will do a better... (more) Prior to real estate, I was an art director in advertising in NYC and Boston for 25+ years. And what I learned is the best advertising is word of mouth. An ad the comes from the voice of yourself will never be as truthful as from customers and clients. Do a good job and they will do a better job in advertising you
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