Key Facts Strategic placement of furniture is essential to make the home feel inviting and properly scaled. The choice of colors in staging should aim for neutrality and harmony, avoiding overly personalized or clashing palettes that could detract from the home’s appeal. Brighten spaces and remove personal items to showcase your home’s best features clearly. […]
Key Facts Summer’s break from school and more flexible work schedules make it a prime time for families and professionals to relocate without disruption. Properties are in full bloom during summer, showcasing their outdoor amenities and true potential, allowing buyers to see and experience homes at their best. The abundance of listings and the fast […]
Key Facts: Discover how effective landscaping can catch a buyer’s eye and increase your home’s value by up to 20%, especially crucial during the busy summer selling season. Learn about the impact of container gardening for balconies or small patios, and how using vibrant plants can enhance small areas and make them more inviting. Explore […]
There’s no denying mortgage rates are having a big impact on today’s housing market. And that may leave you with some questions about whether it still makes sense to sell your house and make a move.
You need a REALTOR® on your side for your next real estate transaction, whether you’re selling, buying, or both. Here are 5 of the top reasons REALTORS have local market knowledge Realtors have access to a wealth of information about the local real estate market, including recent sales data, pricing trends, and neighborhood insights. This […]
Key Facts Involving kids in the moving process helps them adjust to their new environment. A moving day survival kit can keep children comfortable and entertained. Early involvement in community activities aids children in quickly adapting to new surroundings. Moving is a significant event for any family, and when you add kids into the mix, […]
Do you know how much equity you have in your current home? Your equity is the difference between your current mortgage balance and the price your home would sell for in today’s market. Over the years you gain equity as you pay down your mortgage and home values rise. According to CoreLogic, the average homeowner […]
A bridge loan is a temporary loan that helps “bridge” a gap for you. It can allow you to buy a new home before you sell your old one. You can borrow money based on the equity in your current home to use for the down payment on your new home. Then, when you sell your old home, you can use the money to pay off the bridge loan.
Price history To look at the history of single-family home sales in Portsmouth, New Hampshire I went back 19 years to get a good timeline of what’s been happening with prices. The chart above represents the median sales price of single-family Portsmouth homes from January 2005 through February 2024. The median price means that half […]
Spring is here, and with its arrival comes the golden opportunity to elevate your home’s curb appeal. (Curb appeal is essentially the charm and attractiveness of your home as viewed from the outside, a key factor in shaping a buyer’s first impression!) With the milder weather and the vibrant blossoms of spring, it’s the perfect […]
What Are Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?
Embark on the exciting journey of finding your dream home with us, Ann Cummings and Jim Lee, as your trusted buyer agents in Portsmouth, NH. We’re here to turn the daunting task of homebuying into a seamless and fulfilling experience. By choosing us, you gain access to our extensive knowledge of the local market, personalized […]
Two big factors are keeping such strong upward pressure on home prices. The first is how few homes are for sale right now.
Key Facts: Enhance Curb Appeal: Tips for revamping your home’s exterior to make a great first impression. Brighten Your Home: Key insights on using lighting and decor to create a welcoming atmosphere. Spring Selling Strategy: Learn why spring is ideal for selling and how our team can help maximize your home’s potential. As the days […]
Home prices are alive and well in Portsmouth, New Hampshire Based on what you’re hearing in the news about home prices, you may be worried they’re falling. But here’s the thing. The headlines aren’t giving you the full picture. If you look at the national data for 2023, home prices actually showed positive growth for the year. While this varies […]
