Deda came to the United States over 30 years ago from Denmark. She has traveled the world several times over, running a scuba diving and underwater photography business. Deda previously lived in Hawaii, California, and Colorado, but she is happily settled in New Hampshire, which she has called home for decades now. “We have everything here in our wonderful state,” she says. “Great lifestyle, open spaces, horseback riding, skiing, farms, clean air, low crime, ocean, mountains, lakes, river, culture, wonderful fairs, wildlife….we have it all.”

 

Deda has been in the business for years and remains enthusiastic about matching buyers with the right property, as well as helping sellers move on to the next chapter in their lives. “Many of our properties are non-conforming in an already challenging market. I have gathered a team of professionals who help my clients get to the closing table, even with the “impossible” sales. I truly believe in using our local services, as they understand our farm properties.”

 

Deda lives in the foothills of the White Mountains on a 255-acre horse and tree farm. Besides caring for a large herd of horses, and 4 dogs she is a mother of two girls. A great accomplishment for Deda is that she co-authored the coffee table photographic book, “In a Sea of Dreams”, winner of the World Grand Prize for Best Book of Underwater Photography. Deda was inducted into the Women’s Divers Hall of Fame years ago and has recently authored Live Well Beyond Breast Cancer, an Amazon Best Seller.

 

“After being in real estate for a while, I came to realize that farms and land, whether large or small, are my true interests. I am delighted to be part of the Farms & Barns team. I love their vision and ideals. I look forward to helping others find their perfect piece of heaven, and who share the same interest in farming, horses, preserving our open spaces and special life.” Deda brings her passion, knowledge, and hands-on expertise to the table, living the life she can’t wait to share with her clients. Deda celebrates farmland being conserved for future generation’s local food supply and security as well as domestic jobs.

 

Testimonials:

 

Deda Wilms is experienced, familiar with the community and good! Great communication by email and phone. Very nice to work with. -The Eliassens

 

Deda gave us the assurance and feeling that she appreciated and loved our farm as much as we did. Even with the communication handicap we presented for her, Ms. Wilms came thru without fail. Our not having internet access did not deter her.

 

Considering this was our first experience with the sale of a home, barn, and farm, it was an amazing adventure. Our agent, Birgitte (Deda) Wilms skillfully guided us through the numerous issues and decisions necessary at the beginning, during the many offers, and at the closing. We are clearly grateful for her vision and expertise, encouragement and manner, communication and attention, and persistence and energy.

 

We would rate Deda Wilms and Farms & Barns as excellent in all categories including, but not limited to, service, communication, knowledge, photographs, write-ups, and would absolutely recommend her, and have along with the Agency to others. -John and Lorraine Weir

 

 

Deda’s memberships and interests include:

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National Association of Realtors®

New Hampshire Association of Realtors®

Lakes Region Board of Realtors®
Certified Buyer’s Representative®

 

 

• The Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests (a member of the horse board to introduce horses to the Society's land).

• An original member of the Western Dressage Association of America

• New Hampshire Timberland Owners Association

• New Hampshire Farm Bureau