I began my career in Manhattan as an Accessories Buyer for a major department store covering the New York/Philadelphia region. My husband and I bought a wonderful weekend retreat in Saugerties in 1985 to escape the hectic place. As time went on, that home became our full time residence. We grew to love the peace, tranquility, and welcoming community we had become a part of.
I chose at that point to go into the Real Estate field, as I felt I had a...