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"Diana and Bree were the dream team we needed to find our new home in the Hudson Valley! We reached out to Upstate Curious early on in our process when we were still exploring towns and trying to narrow down our search. Despite not being ready to start seriously looking, they took the time to speak with us, answered all of our questions and provided valuable insights and guidance on some towns that weren’t even on our radar. We kept in regular touch over the following months and once we told them we were ready, they both jumped into action. From meeting us at open houses, guiding us through the offer process, entertaining a million questions from first time home buyers, and so much more, we felt lucky to have them on our side. We were confident in their advice throughout the closing process and just about a year after we first spoke, we closed on our new family home! It was also such a help to be able to get trustworthy, local recommendations from people who know the area (on everything from lawyers and inspectors to wineries and stores!). We are so grateful to have had Diana, Bree, and Upstate Curious on our team and cannot wait to call the Hudson Valley home!"
- Nicole McNamara
If you're looking for a real estate agent who genuinely cares about their clients and delivers exceptional results, look no further than Bree. I couldn't be happier with the service I received and would not hesitate to work with them again in the future.
I can't thank Bree enough for helping us find our new home!
I’m Bree, an agent on the Upstate Curious Team. My imagination and design background sets me apart from other agents: I can easily visualize the potential of a property and help you see it, too. I’m reliable and fiercely loyal to my clients, crafting the best possible offers and listening keenly to your needs and wants. I’m also excited to knowledge-share about up and coming towns in the area, and how each one has their own special attributes.
My husband and I (he’s been a broker for decades) started investing in real estate in NYC in 2004, and I fell in love with the process and eventually got my license. But, we needed more space for our kids and moving to the Hudson Valley was the right next move. We searched for a weekend home for years, eventually finding a gem on 3 acres with a pool in Highland. The hilly landscape and proximity to NYC, vineyards, breweries, hiking and natural beauty won me over. In 2020 alone, we were able to help 7 of our city friends also find upstate homes, guiding them to unique properties.
I grew up on a farm in Iowa and moved to NYC. Prior to real estate, I spent 20 years as a fashion design director. Along the way, I founded an athleisurewear apparel company called Nesh that sold to Soul Cycle, Anthropologie and Barney's, to name a few.
When I’m not helping my clients, you’ll find me hiking, doing yoga, reading fashion and interior design magazines, watching my kid’s soccer games, or playing with my Bernedoodle pup, Maxie.
Are you in NYC and looking to move upstate for your growing family, or find the perfect weekend home? I’d love to work with you