Sharon Quataert Team with Century 21 Apex

Sharon Quataert Team with Century 21 Apex You don't need good luck to find a home - you need a good Realtor.

The Sharon Quataert Team is passionate about designing a custom plan that achieves your real estate needs whether you are buying, selling, building, or investing in the Greater Rochester area.

Not everyone is looking for ghosts and jump scares in early September. Some of us just want to pull on a hoodie, pour so...
09/04/2026

Not everyone is looking for ghosts and jump scares in early September. Some of us just want to pull on a hoodie, pour something warm, and settle in with a comforting, quintessentially Autumn movie or show.

Kicking off the list:

You've Got Mail 📧 and Gilmore Girls 🍁

Your turn. What is your favorite cozy, non-spooky fall movie or show? Let’s build a list together!

Rochester Fringe is a thing to behold. Its performers push the envelope in miraculous ways, leaving us mouth-agape in ab...
09/02/2026

Rochester Fringe is a thing to behold. Its performers push the envelope in miraculous ways, leaving us mouth-agape in absolute awe of their artistic creativity.

Now in its 15th season, Rochester Fringe has grown into the largest multidisciplinary performing arts event in New York State. This year, there will be 715 performances, 297 productions, and 45 venues, all happening over 12 days from September 15 to 26.

Here is why you’ll want to clear your calendar and see what all the fuss is about:

The Spiegeltent is a rare, jewel-box theater that Fringe hopes will become a permanent part of Rochester. This year, you can catch a world premiere circus show from Las Vegas starring Matt and Heidi Morgan, along with a one-night-only Edinburgh Fringe cult favorite you have to see to believe.

Circus in the City is new for 2026 and is totally free. It’s the first big outdoor circus series in New York State, with shows on Gibbs Street and Parcel 5. The main event takes over downtown on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19.

Headliner: Pete Davidson will perform at Kodak Hall on September 25.

The best part is that so much of the festival is free to attend. About 25% of the 715
performances are totally free.

Since 2012, Fringe has brought in nearly a million visitors. If you’ve never gone, this is the year to find out what you’ve been missing.

See the full lineup and get tickets at rochesterfringe.com.

We are past the halfway point of the year. It’s a good time to ask yourself a few honest questions.Is this still the rig...
08/31/2026

We are past the halfway point of the year. It’s a good time to ask yourself a few honest questions.

Is this still the right home for the life you are living now?

Have you been saying "next year" about a move for a few years running?

Do you know what your home is actually worth in today's market?

If you are renting, do you know whether buying is within reach? Not someday. Now.

Is there equity sitting in your home that could be working toward your next goal instead of just sitting there?

You do not have to act on any of it today. But the last stretch of the year is when the prepared people get ready, so they can move in the spring while everyone else is just starting to think about it.

If any of these questions stuck with you, that is your sign. Let& #39;s map out what the rest of the year could look like.

Before you buy, know who gets a say in what you do with your home. It is not always an HOA, and the differences matter.H...
08/28/2026

Before you buy, know who gets a say in what you do with your home. It is not always an HOA, and the differences matter.

HOA (Homeowners Association). Most common in newer developments, townhomes, and condos. Mandatory dues, enforceable rules, and real authority over things like exterior changes, landscaping, and paint colors. Read the bylaws before you buy. Every single time.

Condo Association. Similar to an HOA but for condos. It typically covers the building exterior and shared spaces, with monthly fees that fund maintenance and reserves. Ask what the fees cover and whether the reserves are healthy.

Deed Restrictions / Covenants. These run with the land itself, not an active association. They can limit things like building additions, fences, or use, even with no HOA collecting dues. They are easy to miss and legally binding.

Historic District Rules. Rochester has several. If a home sits in one, exterior changes may need approval from a preservation board. Beautiful neighborhoods, real rules. Know them going in.

No association at all. Plenty of Rochester homes have none of the above. More freedom, but also no one enforcing that your neighbor keep up their property either.

We make sure you know exactly what you are signing up for before you sign.

08/26/2026

Thinking about a place on the water or in the rolling hills of the Finger Lakes?

A few things to know before you start dreaming about lake life:

Lakefront and lake-access are not the same thing. True waterfront commands a premium. Deeded lake access or a nearby association beach can get you the lifestyle for a lot less.

Seasonal vs. year-round matters. Some cottages are built for July, not January. Insulation, heating, and water systems are the first things to check if you want to use it year-round.

Each lake has its own personality. Canandaigua is closest to Rochester and has a real downtown. Keuka is quieter and wine-country beautiful. Seneca and Cayuga are bigger, deeper, and draw a serious boating crowd.

Well, septic, and water access are part of the deal. Rural properties come with systems city buyers may not be used to. Know what you are buying.

A Finger Lakes property can be a getaway, an investment, or a future retirement plan. Sometimes all three. If you are curious what is realistic, let's talk it through.

"But isn't renting cheaper?" Let's actually run it.The median rent in Rochester is hovering around $1,400 to $1,500 a mo...
08/24/2026

"But isn't renting cheaper?" Let's actually run it.

The median rent in Rochester is hovering around $1,400 to $1,500 a month right now. That money is gone the moment you pay it. It builds no equity, and it never comes back to you.

Now, picture a mortgage in a similar range. A big chunk of every payment goes toward owning the home outright. Add in the appreciation Rochester has seen; home values up 75 percent since 2019, and the picture shifts fast.

Rent goes up at every renewal. A fixed-rate mortgage payment stays the same for 30 years.

This does not mean buying is right for everyone right now. If your timeline is short or your finances are not ready, renting is the smart call, no question.

But if you are planning to stay put for a few years and are financially ready, the math is often much closer than people assume, and sometimes it favors buying outright.

Want to run your actual numbers? Send me a message.

08/21/2026

A few things I would not do as a buyer in this market:

I would not skip pre-approval. In a market this fast, showing up without it is showing up unarmed. Sellers will not wait while you figure out financing.
I would not make an offer unless I’m committed to embracing the good with the…well…quirks.

Many Rochester buyers are skipping the inspection contingency to stay competitive, and often that is the right call. Especially for an older home, you can still benefit from an inspection for information only, so you’ll know if there’s anything you’ll need to do before or soon after moving in.

I would not waive everything just so you can win. There are smart ways to compete and reckless ways. Waiving too many safeguards could cost you down the road.
I would not lowball in a multiple-offer situation. You get one first impression with a seller. Do not waste it trying to get a deal.

I would not shop without a plan. Know your number, your must-haves, and your dealbreakers before you walk into anything. Clarity wins.

Buying in this market is winnable. You just have to be prepared. That is where we come in.

🏡 OPEN HOUSE! 📅 Sunday, August 23⏰ 12:00PM–1:30 PM📍 76 AMSDEN DR, Henrietta, NYCheck out this 1,968 sq ft Henrietta home...
08/20/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE!

📅 Sunday, August 23
⏰ 12:00PM–1:30 PM
📍 76 AMSDEN DR, Henrietta, NY

Check out this 1,968 sq ft Henrietta home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and convenient first-floor laundry with PLENTY of space to make it your own!

Still available 👀 AND now offered at a lowered price of $274,900! 🎉

Come see it for yourself! 🔑

Opportunities galore! This lovely Henrietta home has a price improvement! A little extra room in the budget to make this...
08/19/2026

Opportunities galore! This lovely Henrietta home has a price improvement!
A little extra room in the budget to make this home your own? say no more!

Message us and we'll set up a time for you to take a look in person!

Sound baths. Cold plunges. Salt rooms. Float tanks. Rochester is full of wellness experiences most people have never tri...
08/18/2026

Sound baths. Cold plunges. Salt rooms. Float tanks. Rochester is full of wellness experiences most people have never tried, or even heard of. Here are a few worth booking.

The Wellness Lab | 1350 University Ave A flagship recovery center with infrared saunas, cold plunges, and a turf room for functional circuit training.

Thrive Wellness Lounge | 848 Long Pond Rd A northwest-side lounge offering contrast therapy, halotherapy (salt therapy), and red light therapy.

Lumos Infrared Sauna + Cold Plunge Studio | 165 Culver Rd Private infrared sauna suites just south of the Neighborhood of the Arts, with red light therapy and contrast setups.

Frequency Wellness Space | Neighborhood of the Arts An inclusive flex-space with yoga, sound baths, reiki, massage, and group wellness events.

Healthy Alternatives Wellness Center | 4358 Culver Rd, Irondequoit. Sound healing, Reiki, ionic foot detoxes, craniosacral therapy, and a salt lounge under one roof.

The Aligned Collective | 1441 South Ave A brick-walled sanctuary for yoga, sound healing, tarot, and psychic readings.

Bodymind Float Center | East Ave Rochester& #39;s spot for float therapy and dry salt therapy, built for deep relaxation.

What the Wellness Healing Center | 392 E Henrietta Rd An integrative medicine practice offering nurse-administered NAD+ and other IV infusions.
The best part of a city is what is tucked into its neighborhoods. This is a small slice of what makes Rochester worth living in, not just buying in.

Which one are we trying first? Drop your favorite in the comments, especially if we missed it.

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