Mary Gurski's 100th Birthday Celebration Continues!

Register Donald E. Ashe with the birthday girl, Mary Gurski

Polish American Citizens Club President and party host John Diotalevi with Mary

On Friday, November 4th, the Polish American Citizens Club (PACC) hosted a celebration for Hampden County Registry employee, Mary Gurski's 100th birthday. The event was held at the PACC in Ludlow and was attended by many of her Registry co-workers, family and friends. Once again, happy 100th birthday, Mary!

Happy 100th Birthday to Registry Employee, Mary Gurski!!

On Thursday, November 3rd, Register Ashe and staff organized a birthday celebration to honor Registry employee, Mary Gurski's 100th birthday! Those who came to wish Mary a happy birthday were treated to traditional Polish food, delicious sweets, the tunes of Frank Sinatra and a very special video showcasing pictures taken of Mary throughout the years. Mary is an inspiration to us all and we were delighted to be able to share part of this special day with her.

Happy Birthday Mary!!

Register Ashe Visits the Wilbraham and Southwick Senior Centers

In an effort to continue informing Hampden County of recent changes made to the Homestead Act, as well as providing the opportunity for citizens to answer basic questions about their real estate, Register Ashe visited the Wilbraham and Southwick Senior Centers. On Thursday, September 22nd, the Register will be visiting the Longmeadow Senior Center and the East Longmeadow Senior Center on Tuesday, September 27th. Stop on by and Register Ashe and staff will be on hand to assist you with questions or concerns that you may have relative to your property.

Register Ashe at the Wilbraham Senior Center.

Register Ashe speaking to Southwick residents at their senior center.

Attorney General Martha Coakley Offers Information to Help Clear Up Property Ownership Confusion

Due to recent confusion as to which lenders actually hold the mortgage of various properties throughout the Commonwealth, the Office of Attorney General Martha Coakley has released information that may help to answer the questions of many homeowners. Click here to read Attorney General Coakley's "Information Regarding Mortgage Loans".

Register Ashe Reports on Hampden County Real Estate Transactions

The housing market in Massachusetts, while still struggling, has shown some signs of a more sustainable recovery in certain areas. The number of single family homes put under agreement in June 2011 went up for the second straight month compared to the same time in 2010, according to the Massachusetts Association of Realtors. In Hampden County, we have both good news and bad news. The good news is the number of attachments, executions and foreclosures decreased in fiscal year 2011 as compared to fiscal year 2010. A decrease in those three categories is indicative of an improving economy, yet not at a significant rate. The bad news is both the number of deeds and mortgages decreased in fiscal year 2011 compared to fiscal year 2010, which is indicative of a decrease in home sales.....

Click here to read Register Ashe's complete Release and Forecast....

Registry Employee Joe Dowd, presented with a Certificate of Appreciation from Register Ashe

On Wednesday, June 29th, Register Ashe presented Registry employee Joe Dowd with a Certificate of Appreciation for his outstanding work performance and positive attitude. Joe arrives to work each day ready to give his all to the Registry, his fellow co-workers and the customers that he assists in the Photo Department. He greets all with a smile on his face and never has an unkind word to say to or about anyone. Joe's willingness to help out whenever he is needed and often when not even asked, is an inspiration to all of us here at the Registry of Deeds. We are honored to work along side Joe and want to congratulate him on this very well deserved recognition. Congratulations Joe and thank you for all that you do!

Register Ashe visits the Palmer Senior Center

On Wednesday, June 15th, Register Ashe had the opportunity to meet with residents of Palmer at their Senior Center. The Register gave a brief overview of the role that our office plays in real estate transactions that occur in Hampden County. Register Ashe also discussed how the homestead law has changed due to the recent legislative changes that took place on March 16, 2011. Caitlin and Laurette were on hand to assist those in attendance by providing them with basic information relative to their property, as well as record homesteads for those who were interested. Register Ashe would like to thank Director Erin Pincince for graciously welcoming us to Palmer's Senior Center and we look forward to visiting again in the future!