This is 50!

Dear Friends-

This September, I reached a milestone birthday and turned 50. It's still strange to write as I can't fathom being this age. Initially, I approached this birthday with a sense of anxiety and dread, mostly because I had linked my own birthdays to personal goals I felt I hadn’t yet achieved. They were these arbitrary goal posts I had set for myself and so always felt pressure as one approached.

As 50 drew closer, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I had fallen short, which only heightened my anxiety. However, after seeking the advice of many older and wiser friends, I was slowly able to shift my perspective and view this birthday as the start of new opportunities. 

Whether you're contemplating a move, or just getting settled into a new home, here’s a piece of advice I’ve adopted as my mantra at 50--Embrace the journey at every age. You will never be this young again, and you will never be this age again. Stay present, enjoy every moment, and cherish your health—because life itself is the most precious gift.

I truly hope I can be the person to help navigate you through some of these important life moves.

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• The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.50% last week, the first reduction in four years.

• Additional half-point cuts expected in November and December.

• Four more rate cuts projected in 2025 and two in 2026.

• Mortgage rates have already dropped; the current rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is 6.09%.

• Lower rates may gradually increase housing inventory as more sellers enter the market.

• More updates will be shared our blog so stay tuned!

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What I'm Reading:

The God of the Woods

This book was recommended by my neighbor, an avid reader. Set at a summer camp in New York's Adirondacks in 1975, it traces the mysterious disappearances of two children from a wealthy family, 14 years apart. The story unfolds through multiple narratives, from a mother’s heartbreak over her missing son, to buried family secrets, and a fearless young investigator, Judy Luptack, determined to solve the case once and for all. It's a gripping page-turner with a deeply satisfying conclusion.

What We're Watching: The Perfect Couple

Everyone’s buzzing about Netflix’s new show, The Perfect Couple. This binge-worthy series, starring Nicole Kidman, is a murder mystery set in the stunning Nantucket. Everything seems picture-perfect at the beautiful Winbury estate until the bride's best friend drowns, and all signs point to someone in the wedding party. This addictive show will have you falling in love with the gorgeous Cape Cod coastline—and with Kidman, who shines as the sharp and captivating lead.

Where We're Eating: Petite Cerise

We couldn’t resist trying Petite Cerise, the French-inspired café in Shaw from the creators of the award-winning Dabney. For my 50th birthday, I treated myself to a visit to indulge in their famous burger—which, I must say, is easily one of the best I’ve ever had. Their assortment of baked goods, including croissants, rivals those of a Parisian bakery. Petite Cerise will definitely have you saying, “Oui, oui!”

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