Posts by Amy
What Does it Cost to Sell Your Home?
If you’re thinking of selling your home, you may have considered selling it without a real estate agent. Why should you pay an agent for work when you can do it yourself? Well, while you could sell your home on your own, you may lose out on some of the profit by not fully understanding…
Read MoreExpenses You Need to Consider When Purchasing a Property
Many buyers, especially first-time home buyers and new-to-New Hampshire buyers, are unsure of what costs go into owning a home. Following are some examples of expenses you may incur when you own a home or investment property in New Hampshire. Single-family home expenses:Â Property taxes –Â Tax rates vary widely from town to town. Keep an…
Read MoreWhat does the pre-buying process look like? [hint: it’s more than getting a pre-approval]
Buying a home can be a little overwhelming – where do you even start? We’ve put together the five top things you should do before you start seeing homes for sale: 1. Get pre-approved for financing. We suggest going with a local, New Hampshire-based lender. If you are buying an investment property, this type of…
Read MoreInvesting 101: What to Consider When Buying an Investment Property
Investing in real estate is not just for wealthy individuals. In fact, starting a real estate investment portfolio is often the best way to build your own source of passive income and long-term wealth. And the best part? You don’t have to be independently wealthy to do it. Not sure where to start? We’ve compiled…
Read MoreReal Estate During a Pandemic: How Long Will It Take to Buy and Sell a Home Amidst Coronavirus
Buying and selling a home can be a challenge during non-pandemic times: will it pass inspection, can the buyer secure financing, will the home appraise at value? All of these elements can lead to stress and uncertainty. Buying and selling during a pandemic, however, is an entirely different story. COVID-19 has thrown real estate transactions…
Read MoreClient Profile – Ed & Ellen – Jaffrey
Searching for more personal and political freedom, Ed & Ellen decided to take the plunge and move from Connecticut to the Free State. While searching for just the right property, they fell in love with the town of Jaffrey, and purchased a restored Colonial farmhouse with lots of land to hike, garden, and enjoy. Why…
Read MoreClient Profile – Harry & Andrea – Deerfield
Hailing from New York, Harry and Andrea decided to make the move to the Free State so they could be with other like-minded individuals who value personal freedom and personal responsibility. Harry and Andrea really liked the grassroots movement within NH to restore liberty, and also liked that the NH government allows for meaningful citizen…
Read MoreStats Every Home Buyer Needs to Know
Whether buying or selling a home, market statistics can be useful. While buying a home is not always about the numbers, a little market knowledge can go a long way. Likewise, market statistics are also helpful for home sellers to price their homes competitively in the marketplace. Here are some helpful stats every buyer (and…
Read MoreDo I Need a Home Inspection?
When you are buying a home the costs really add up and you may start thinking about where you can save money. One expense that buyers may be tempted to skip is the home inspection. But, take it from us, a home inspection has saved many buyers money in the long run. How? Well, a…
Read MoreTime to Refinance?
With mortgage rates at all-time lows, you might be wondering if you should be considering refinancing your home. While it may seem like a great thing to do, there are a few things to consider before you decide. An obvious reason for refinancing to a lower interest rate is the monthly, and even more importantly…
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