One of the most important aspects to enhancing your property's value as you prepare to sell is curb appeal. Some studies suggest that a beautiful front yard can increase the home's selling price by up to 20 percent. The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) says that you can see a 100 percent return on investment when you spend 10 percent of the value on greenscaping.
That means if you're focused on making the most with your sale, effective landscaping and gardening are a must, especially from the front curb.
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New Hampshire's housing market has a habit of moving fast. And when your listing draws serious attention, you may find yourself reviewing several offers at the same time. The agents at Badger Peabody & Smith Realty have guided sellers through this exact scenario and know that the outcome depends far less on luck than on preparation.
Receiving more than one offe...
Spring in northern New Hampshire doesn't just mean warmer weather—it kicks off mud season, the dreaded stretch between winter's deep freeze and summer's solid ground when dirt roads turn into mush and getting to properties becomes a real headache. If you're in the market to buy or sell during this tricky time, our real estate agents will guide you through conditions that catch newcomers off guard and make even long-time locals think twice.
Many New Hampshire homeowners think spring is the only time worth considering to sell their property. Yet, our real estate agents at Badger Peabody & Smith Realty have seen winter listings yield great results for sellers ready to think outside the box.
The usual spring rush brings lots of new homes to the market, which means your property goes up against many similar homes for buyer interest. When you put your home on the market during the calmer winter months, you place yourse...
When it's wintertime across Coos, Grafton, and Carroll counties, many homeowners assume real estate activity slows to a crawl. Snowstorms, icy roads, and short daylight hours can make the season feel quiet, but the winter market in New Hampshire is often far more active than expected. Motivated buyers are out there, especially in the White Mountains, Mount Washington Valley, and the Lakes Region. These buyers are serious, time-sensitive, and ready to move quickly—making winter one of the most overlooked seasons for sellers who want stronger leverage and less competition.
If you're thinking about listing your home this winter, you can absolutely make it stand out. Our real estate agents can create a strategy that highlights your home's best features, creates a warm impression, and shows buyers how comfortable life can be during a New Hampshire winter.