Posts by Amy
Five Reasons Professional Photography is Essential When Selling Your Home
When selling your home, one of the factors you should take into consideration when selecting a listing agent is whether or not they use a professional real estate photographer. Porcupine Real Estate recommends S&B Photography, a professional real estate photography team, for our images, not only because it increases online engagement with prospective buyers, but…
Read MoreWhere Our Clients Moved From
Porcupine Real Estate’s clients have moved to New Hampshire from all over the world! Here’s a sampling of some of the states and countries where our clients lived prior to becoming Free Staters.
Read MoreThe Pros and Cons of New Construction
The housing market has been tight over the last few years, and finding a home that meets your needs can be a frustrating experience. Several of our clients have opted to take the new construction route so they can get exactly what they want in a location of their choosing. Buying new construction isn’t without…
Read MorePorcupine Real Estate’s Get to Know New Hampshire Weekend – October 7-10, 2022
Want to experience New Hampshire like a local? Join other prospective movers, their families, and FSP movers October 7-10th. We’ll have activities for everyone, from adults to families. Registration & Volunteers Please fill out the form to indicate your interest in participating or if you’re in New Hampshire and want to help out or host…
Read MoreThe Current Use Program in New Hampshire
For many Free Staters, one of the most important features when looking for a home in New Hampshire is acreage. But the downside of all that peace and space to roam can be a burdensome property tax bill. But New Hampshire has a way to save on taxes if you own more than 10 acres:…
Read MoreClient Profile – Marisa and Miles – Farmington
Marisa and Miles discovered the Free State Project in 2015 while they were living in Nevada. After lengthy conversations and researching other locations (Utah, Idaho, North Dakota, and Wyoming were on the list), they visited New Hampshire in 2018 and solidified their decision to move to the Free State. Establishing a deadline of summer 2020…
Read MorePorcFest 2022 Schedule
PorcFest 2022 Schedule If this is your first time attending PorcFest, you won’t want to miss our All You Ever Wanted to Know About Attending PorcFest webinar: Tuesday, June 21st 10 am – Tiny Home Living in New Hampshire What does it take to live in a tiny home? Is it right for you? Advice…
Read MoreIs New Hampshire an Investor-Friendly State for Landlords?
Overall, the answer is yes! Compared to many states, especially Massachusetts, New York, Illinois, California, and Rhode Island, your property rights as an owner of rental property are fairly well protected in the Granite State. [With temporary exceptions per COVID-19 Emergency Orders.] Here you’ll enjoy better cap rates and ROI and a more business-friendly environment than most places. In…
Read MoreEverything You Need to Get Pre-Approved: A Checklist
If you’re thinking about buying a home, it’s imperative that you get pre-approved for a mortgage before you start your search. While getting pre-approved can be tedious, it is a critical step that allows you to be ready to jump on making an offer as soon as you find the home of your dreams. It…
Read MoreEverything You Ever Wanted to Know About the Pre-Approval Process
You might have heard the words “pre-approval” before, especially if you’ve just started your home search. What, exactly, is a pre-approval, and why do you need it? Below, we will answer some common questions about being pre-approved. What is a pre-approval? Getting pre-approved means that a lender lets you know the maximum price you can…
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