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Building Family Wealth is the #1 Financial Benefit of Owning Your Own Home!
While growing up, we were taught by our parents and grandparents that owning a home is a financially savvy move. They explained how a mortgage is like a “forced savings plan.” When you pay rent, that money is lost forever. When you make a mortgage payment, much of that money accumulates as equity in the home. So, what exactly is equity?
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Portsmouth NH Housing Market: House Prices and Trends
” Just this week, ShowingTime, a service that Realtors use to arrange appointments on homes for sale, reported appointment requests are up a whopping 44.4% year to date compared to the same time last year!”
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This is a health emergency, not the Great Depression all over again. It will pass.
We should look at the current situation for what it is – a predetermined pause placed on the economy. The country will recover once the pandemic ends. Comparisons to any other downturn make little sense
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“How is the market?” is a common real estate question.
So in answer to the question, “How is the market?” the market is robust now with high buyer demand and also frustrations among those buyers caused by not enough houses for sale. We’re hearing lots of stories from local Realtors about listing a home for sale and getting multiple offers in just a few days, many over the asking price.
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Why Buy New Construction in Portsmouth, NH?
Even as the world around us changed, one thing in real estate has stayed consistent. We’ve been in a seller’s market for a while now—that is, the demand for homes (the number of buyers) has exceeded the supply (the number of homes available for sale). For sellers, that’s pretty great news. For buyers… it might mean a little more searching to find the right home. Unless, of course, you buy new construction in Portsmouth.
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Selling Real Estate During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic.
Like the rest of the country, Realtors are sailing in previously uncharted waters during the COVID-19 pandemic. Selling real estate in a pandemic safely and effectively requires new skills and guidelines. First of all, because of guidelines discouraging gatherings of 10 or more people, our real estate offices are closed and the support staff is […]
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5 Ways to Freshen Up Your Decor for Spring
The days are getting longer, temperatures are starting to climb, and the trees are finally starting to turn green again. As spring approaches, it’s a great time to freshen up your spring decor and add a splash of color to your space. Looking for some quick, easy, and affordable design tips? Here are a few […]
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Questions to Ask When Choosing a Buyer’s Real Estate Agent
When buying a home, who you choose to work with matters more than you think. Finding the right buyers real estate agent can make or break your entire experience, so it’s important to interview a few candidates before settling on “the one.” Not sure where to start? Here are a few must-ask questions to consider […]
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Pre-approval is a must for Portsmouth, NH buyers.
Learn Why Pre-Approval Is the First Step in the 2020 Homebuying Journey When the number of buyers in Portsmouth, NH and the New Hampshire Seacoast housing market outnumbers the number of homes for sale, it’s called a “seller’s market.” The advantage tips toward the seller as low inventory heats up the competition among those searching for a place […]
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Selling a Home in 2020? List with Ann and Jim!
Thinking of selling a home on the New Hampshire Seacoast or southern Maine in the coming year? It’s a great time to list: prices are high, interest rates are low, and buyer demand is up! But that doesn’t mean you don’t still have to approach the selling process with plenty of preparation—and a great local […]
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The Top 4 Home-Selling Myths of 2019, Busted
“Fake news” has become one of the trendiest terms of the decade—even when it comes to real estate. Homeowners are often bombarded with selling advice that promises to get their home sold quickly and for top dollar…but more often than not, these “tips” are nothing more than misleading—and can throw you off-track. As we near […]
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Keep Calm and Move On: How to Tackle a Long-Distance Relocation
Whether you’re heading down the street or to a new town, moving is always a tough transition. However, relocating across the country presents a whole new set of challenges you might not have considered. Picking up your life can be an exciting change, but it’s also a bit overwhelming. Need some help navigating the process? […]
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The 5 Emotional Stages of Buying Your First Home
Ask anyone you meet and they’ll likely recall vivid details about their first roller coaster ride, their first day of school, or their first kiss. A first home purchase is no different! While buying your first home comes with its fair share of ups and downs, it will ultimately be an enjoyable experience you’ll remember […]
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2020 Vision: The Top Home Features You Can Expect to See Next Year
The year is winding down fast, and with the upcoming rush of the holidays, it’ll be 2020 before you know it. Here are the top home features that are sure to be priorities for buyers in 2020! Separate Laundry Rooms It might be a little unexpected, but laundry rooms were one of the most highly […]