As we look ahead to 2025, understanding real estate trends is key—especially for homeowners and potential buyers in Portsmouth, NH, and the New Hampshire Seacoast. Whether you’re considering buying or selling, staying informed can help you make confident decisions about your next move.
As we move into September, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve (the Fed), with widespread expectations that they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate at their upcoming meeting. This is largely driven by recent signs of cooling inflation and a slowdown in the job market.
Selling a home is one of the most significant decisions you’ll ever make. It’s more than just a transaction; it’s about letting go of a place where memories were made and stories were lived. Whether you’re downsizing, upgrading, or moving to a new city, the process of selling a home can be both exciting and daunting.
As the Portsmouth, NH housing market continues to draw attention, residents and potential buyers are naturally concerned about the possibility of a housing market crash, fluctuating mortgage rates, and whether it’s a buyer’s or seller’s market. Local real estate experts Ann Cummings and Jim Lee shed some light on these critical issues Myth 1. Will […]
Selling your home in Portsmouth, NH, and the New Hampshire Seacoast doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By focusing on these top 10 priorities and working with experienced agents like Jim Lee and Ann Cummings with RE/MAX Shoreline, you can confidently navigate the process and achieve a successful sale.
As we move into the second half of 2024, here’s what experts say you should expect for home prices, mortgage rates, and home sales.
It’s time for summer vacations but it’s important to take a few minutes to give your online security some thought and planning. The bad guys are out there worldwide just waiting for you to let your guard down so they can steal your identity or invade your bank account.
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 […]
More than a third (38%) of builders say they built smaller homes in 2023
Navigating the world of real estate can be daunting, especially with the industry-specific jargon used by professionals. Whether you are looking to buy or sell a home, understanding common real estate terms is essential. As your dedicated real estate experts, we’re here to break down the most important terms you’ll encounter, ensuring you’re well-prepared for […]
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 […]
What Are Some Things My Buyer’s Agent Can Do For Me?
Glad you asked, here are just a few from a very long list:
If you want to buy a home, you should know your credit score is a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for a mortgage. Lenders review your credit to see if you typically make payments on time, pay back debts, and more. Your credit score can also help determine your mortgage rate.
