Claudia Laslie
FAVORITE PASTIMES:
Hiking, cooking, gardening & listening to music—both live and recorded. Oh, and I LOVE shoes!
MOST PEOPLE WOULDN’T KNOW:
I performed at Jacob’s Pillow when I was 18 years old. It was a modern piece called Your Basic Buck and Wing, choreographed by Matthew Diamond. Being used to ballet, this was the first time I ever took my shoes off to dance and it was liberating! I still love to enjoy dance at The Pillow.
MOST PEOPLE WOULDN’T KNOW:
I lived on a houseboat on the Seine in Paris. I answered an ad in the International Herald Tribune: “Magnificent Houseboat for Rent.” During the fall of 1985, three other fashion models and I shared the Vanderbuilt Yacht that had served as a naval officers’ retreat during the war.
Growing up outside of Detroit, MI, I studied ballet, went to as many rock concerts as I could, and dreamed of the big city and bright lights. My chance came In 1984 when I moved to NYC to join Ford Models Inc. I traveled throughout Europe, Asia and parts of Northern Africa. Finding I had an ear for languages, I picked up Italian and German. I gained perspective on how others live and came to understand there are many ways to live a good life. I bring careful listening and this awareness of diversity to my real estate career.
Since creating Berkshire Rental Properties in 2005, I have not only acquired a wealth of knowledge of what makes for a solid investment property, I’ve also forged lasting relationships and have gotten to see the variety of ways people enjoy the Berkshires. I work hard to make good matches for every buyer and seller.
Buying and selling real estate can often feel intimidating. I aim to take some of the mystery and uneasiness out of this process. I like to think of myself as a guide with the contacts, knowledge, and experience to help any buyer or seller.
Testimonials
We worked with Claudia over several months to find a second home. She is smart, focused and most of all, patient. Understanding that we were not in a rush, we never felt pressured by her to move before we were ready. Claudia is very knowledgeable, always prepared and a great partner. We plan on continuing our relationship with her, as she will be the leasing agent when we rent out our home. I have and will continue to recommend Claudia to friends who are in the market for a stellar real estate professional.
-Deborah
Claudia is dedicated to her clients and her business. She is hardworking, organized and insightful. She knows the local market well and is easy-going and pleasant to be around. She is the one you want with you on your house buying/selling/renting adventure.
-Gretchen
Claudia Laslie, Of Lance Vermeulen Real Estate, in Great Barrington MA, recently represented us in the sale of our condo and we cannot sing her praises highly enough! Her communication was excellent and she was always upbeat and available to discuss any thoughts or concerns. Claudia held multiple open-houses during a short period of time which we considered above-and-beyond any typical expectations…and she was always available to unlock a door or pick something up. Claudia’s knowledge of the shifting marketplace coupled with her sage advice during negotiations were both spot-on and so appreciated. In the end, Claudia never forgot who she was representing and worked tirelessly with all of the parties involved to get the job done…on a tight schedule at that! Thank you, Claudia… you are the best!
-Annie + Craig