Posts with tag 'Holderness NH'

To stand out as a seller in the Lakes Region of NH, you need a smart plan and expert help. At Badger Peabody & Smith Realty, our skilled real estate agents know what makes New Hampshire waterfront properties special. We can help you show off your home's best parts to people who might want to buy it.

1. Get Your Home Ready for Great Photos
   Before your house is photographed, make sure it will look its best in photos. Clear off countertops, put away personal stuff, and move furniture around to show off how roomy your place is. Let in lots of natural light by opening all the curtains and blinds. Check that all your light bulbs work, and think about putting out some fresh flowers or plants to catch the eye. If you've got a lakefront property, don't forget to clean up the dock and waterfront areas. These shots often end up as the main attraction in Lakes Region property listings.

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Winter blankets New Hampshire's beautiful landscape, and our seasoned real estate agents at Badger Peabody & Smith Realty know how crucial it is to keep homes warm and efficient during the chilly season. We've put together a list of smart tech solutions to help you turn your house into a snug winter retreat while boosting energy savings.

• Smart Thermostats: The Cornerstone of Winter Comfort
  Smart thermostats today are causing a revolution in how we manage home heating. These clever gadgets get to know your routine and likes, tweaking temperatures on their own to make sure you're comfy while saving energy. With lots of models, you can change your home's temperature from anywhere using your phone, so you'll always come back to a warm house. Cool features like heating specific areas let you warm up just the rooms you're using, which could cut your heating bills by up to 20 percent in the winter.

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In June of 2024, I was invited to a Squam Lake Conservation Society (SLCS) meeting. The purpose of the meeting was to share with the audience, who are interested members of the Squam Watershed area, a chance to learn more about the SLCS and to become a volunteer. I really didn't know that much about land conservation, and I found the information very interesting.  

Having hiked the Squam Ridge and many of the trails that are in the SLCS conservation territory I was familiar with area. As a volunteer I thought it would be a great way to give back to an area that has provided me with such pleasure and exercise. The views are always breath taking and so pristine, I had to be able to say thank you somehow.  

When a parcel of land is placed into conservation there are so many steps that need to be taken that it would be impossible for me to explain them all accurately but by going to the SLCS website there is an abundance of further information available. If anyone is interested in placing their family homestead into conservation the website would be very beneficial. 

When I left the meeting I was jazzed up about helping out and went to a volunteer meeting to become a member of large group of Stewards that inspect all of the parameters of the conserved land. "Stewardship is used to describe the work of insuring that no conservations values are degraded." 

By doing my part I ventured out onto my assignment. With my trusty Avenza Map App. I start to find my first boundary marker where I will begin my annual documentation. I follow the downloaded lot lines (this is total bushwacking, there are no trails to follow or yellow signs pointing in the correct direction). My process is GPS guided and I follow my lot lines by using the app. I felt a little blessed when I realized my lot lines were all stone walls. What a great lot to have as a beginner Steward for the SLCS! When I got to my third boundary marker and looked in front of me to find a large bog. Because of the dry fall I had only one wet spot to cross. My trusty partner, Eddie the Chocolate Labrador guided me across and we made it to the next marker on the side of Rt 113 in Sandwich. Getting to the last marker was very wet and we had to circumvent the wet ground to reach the marker.  

The walk in the woods was so gratifying and meant so much to me that I couldn't wait to report back and hand in my final report with photos and the downloaded map to report back that the property had been inspected. When I got to the car, Eddie and I forgot to do the most important step. Download and send. Once we got into the car I noticed a tick on me..... I hate ticks, and in my haste to remove it I inadvertently put my phone down and while doing that I erased all of my documentation. While driving home I was so incensed by my mess up that I did not continue to check us for ticks. After finding 3 while driving I stripped my clothes off and jumped into the shower. The final count was 9 ticks on me and 3 on Eddie. My next assignment will be after the first heavy freeze so that the ticks will be less! And in the end, the report was completed by hand.  

Eddie the assistant!	Loving the Range!	Example of boundary marker.

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About the Author: Sue Sampson is an agent in our Holderness, NH office of Badger Peabody & Smith Realty. For over forty years, Sue has been a resident of the Lakes and Mountains Regions of New Hampshire after growing up in Keene. She received her real estate license after turning a lifelong love of real estate into a full-time job following my retirement from teaching in 2008. To learn more about Sue, click here.

Recycling in Holderness, NH, and the surrounding areas is more than just a responsible habit—it's an essential part of maintaining the beautiful environment that makes New Hampshire such a wonderful place to live. Whether you've recently moved or have been in your home for years, understanding how to maximize your recycling efforts can make a big difference. Our real estate agents know how important it is for local homeowners to stay informed, so here are a few practical tips to help you recycle smarter.

• Understand Local Recycling Rules
  Each town and city in New Hampshire may have slightly different recycling guidelines. It's crucial to familiarize yourself with what's accepted in your area to avoid contaminating the recycling stream. Holderness, for example, has single-stream recycling, meaning all recyclables can be placed together in one bin. But not everything can be recycled—plastic bags, for instance, can damage machinery at recycling facilities. Stick to clean, dry materials like cardboard, paper, glass, and certain plastics. Check your local municipality's website for a detailed list of accepted items.

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As warm weather starts to give way to cooler autumn days, it's not too early to start preparing for the winter months ahead. Winterizing your home is an important part of your annual home maintenance routine, and it's the key to a safe and happy winter. Taking preventative steps now while the weather is nice can limit the risk of major home projects during the frigid months. Our real estate agents are here with some important winterization projects to add to your list this fall.

• Prepare Your Plumbing
  When it comes to winterizing, preventing frozen or bursting pipes is a top priority. Now is the time to prepare any plumbing that is exposed to the elements and can potentially freeze. Drain any outdoor faucets, garden hoses, and in-ground sprinklers. If you have pipes that run along exterior facing walls, add extra insulation or heat tape to help keep them warm throughout the winter.

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