Shirley began her career in real estate in 1980 as a salesperson and real estate appraiser. She opened her own company in 1984 and while heading that firm, discovered that there was a real need for Realtors® devoted strictly to folks interested in buying or selling horse properties, facilities, and farm real estate. At that point, Shirley created a separate division to handle the complex issues that can accompany farm property transactions. In 2002, Shirley sold the original firm (with the exception of the farm division) and opened Farms & Barns Real Estate, LLC.
Shirley lives on a farm in southern New Hampshire with horses, livestock, poultry, two spoiled barn cats and her Carolina Dogs and enjoys small-town living along with the culture of nearby cities. She also loves the outdoors, especially on horseback. Shirley gets great satisfaction in helping others settle into our rural communities around the state. It's a way of life that she is eager to share with others who are new to country living or who want to move to or around New Hampshire.
With 33 years as a full-time Realtor®, her credentials include:
* National and State Associations of Realtors® * Greater Manchester/Nashua, Concord and Lakes Region Boards of Realtors® * Exclusive farm broker specialist for the past 13 years. * Realtors® Land Institute member since 1987. * Residential Sales Council member since 1995. * She has served on Education, Grievance & Principal Broker Committees. * Certified Buyer Representative since 1995 * Certified E-Pro Realtor® 2008
Shirley's extensive real estate background allows her to be:
* Well-versed in conservation easements, large farms and development issues. * Very knowledgeable about the special needs of horse and farm owners.
Other Activities and Memberships Include:
* NH Farm Bureau * American Livestock Breeds Conservancy * American Quarter Horse Association * American Rare Breeds Association * United Kennel Club * American Guinea Hog Association, former National Registrar 2007-2011 * NH 4-H Foundation Board of Director Member since 2006
A few testimonials:
Had the best experience of any real estate agent and very positive feelings. Shirley is the best! She has the most knowledge of any real
estate sales person with whom I have ever been in contact. Shirley thank you so very much! The Burbanks
If I had to do again I would list with Shirley. She was great! B. Garnham
What a pleasure to have you introduce us to New Boston. We are so excited to start working on the
property and house. Look forward to
being neighbors. Thanks for making this
a smooth and enjoyable transaction. All
the best. D. & R.Kent
Shirley’s knowledge of the extensive area we were looking in
was amazing! She is top notch in our
book. Extremely knowledgeable, savvy and
sharp are terms I would use to describe Shirley. Shirley was very patient with us never tiring
of showing many, many properties until we found the one which best suited our
needs. The Perrys