Posts in category 'North Conway Nh Real Estate'
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Blustery Buying Benefits
Last week we touched on some of the challenges of selling a North Conway NH home during the winter months. It is important to be wary of too much holiday cheer. It is always a good idea to ensure everything works and all lights are on. And it is also always a good plan to ensure that the walkway to the front door is free of snow, leaves and other debris that can cause a trip or at very least, a chagrin.
But what about the other side of the coin? What about buyers who are interested in home shopping during this time of year? There are certain considerations (and benefits) to being a buyer in the colder months. Let's explore a few of those today and...
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A Picturesque Pricing Game
With any luck at all, you got yourself outside this past weekend and enjoyed, not just the spectacular string of perfect weather we had, but some of the best foliage we have witnessed in many years. I was biking, hiking and fishing across northern New Hampshire on Sunday and Monday and found myself stopping to "smell the roses" on frequent occasions. During one of these pauses, it occurred to me that "these" are the views that people talk about. These are the scenes that are captured on countless cameras. These are a few of the many reasons we love to live here.
As I was enjoying the surroundings and the warm weather, I couldn't help but think about how this intangible and ethereal feeling we get, when overcome with that sense of wonderment, has a direct impact on the value of our
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Seasonal Helpers
Chances are good that there are lots of Holiday events happening around town this weekend. Get out there and enjoy the festivities. If nothing else, this is your best excuse to chow down on bite-sized candy bars. Remember, if you can fit the whole bar in your mouth in one bite, it eliminates the calories and fat! That's just science. We're actually getting spoiled this weekend with amazing weather, so get out there and have some fun. If you find yourself, like me, stuck at home though, I wanted to share a few ideas for keeping yourself busy and preparing for the coming winter and the coming festivities.
Something often overlooked this time of year is all of our outdoor "stuff". Last weekend I finally put away our deck chairs and table. I had stored the umbrella weeks ago simply because it got a b...
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Seller's Soul Searching
It happens to nearly all of us. At some point we will begin the inner dialogue about whether now is the right time to sell or not. Of course there are always extenuating circumstances that come into play as well. Jobs, kids, military service and marriage are just a few of the life-factors that will push you in one direction or the other. But if you are not being forced to sell by a big life change, what are some of the questions you need to answer to best come to a decision? Let's take a peek.
One of the first questions that need answering is: Why Now? As noted above, sometimes life just dictates that it is time to sell, but other factors can also play a big role. Is this a great time to sell because it is a hot, seller's market? Do you just plain need the money due...
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Staging Savant
Following last week's article I had a handful of conversations with friends and real estate professionals about the process of staging homes for sale. While nobody can deny the effectiveness of staging a home that you are listing for sale, there is some associated cost and hassle with the process. Add kids and a pet or two to the mix and the concept is almost laughable. Our mid-eclipse discussion turned to ways you can prepare your home without the full upheaval of a comprehensive staging process. In the end we were surprised at the number of items we discovered that wouldn't break the bank (or the busy schedule) and would stil...