Do you wake up and dread going to work? - 02/27/09 01:50 PM
My answer is, "NEVER!" I never dread going to work and THAT'S worth something!
I've been excited about my career as a Realtor for the 7 1/2 years I've been in it. It's true, and I just realized this recently. I really can't believe it because, thinking back, I can remember days when going to work was a drag for whatever reasons. I get up in the morning with spirit and energy to get through my "to do" list and somehow, I always get through it.
I wish this of anyone, though life's not perfect and I realize sometimes life throws … (4 comments)

Gone Bananas, Keene, NH -Things to do for the Family - 02/23/09 10:37 AM
I recently took my daughter to a birthday party here at Gone Bananas. She loves this place and we are thankful someone has openned up a kids' place in our area. Because we don't have malls with carousels and indoor playgyms, Gone Bananas is the place to go. For just $5.50 kids can play on the climb structure that's 2 stories tall.
A great place to go for moms who stay at home with their little ones during the week. I've taken my one year old here and, though he can't reach all of the stages on the climber, I can … (0 comments)

NHAR Holds Blog Naming Contest - 02/22/09 08:22 PM
New Hampshire Association of Realtors have joined the blogosphere and are looking for a name for their new blog! (To NHAR members only.) When I last checked there weren't too many blog members posting, but in time I'm sure that will increase.
When I first joined Activerain late summer of 08, there was only 97K-98K members. During the holidays it seemed to have jumped up to approximately 103K members. I'm always interested, though, in the number of bloggers who actually continue to participate over the course of the long haul.  I'm a journal keeper, always have been, so blogging comes easy. Maybe … (0 comments)

New wave of first time home buyers...Make Room! - 02/18/09 12:50 PM
The National Association of Realtors has posted a chart on their website about the First time Buyer Tax Credit ( American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 ). The opinion I have on it is very positive. I feel the first time buyers are the ones who begin the domino home buying affect. They haven't yet entered the homeownership world, and don't have a history with mortgage lenders that has negatively affected the economy. They aren't currently dealing with foreclosures or short sale issues, as they do not yet own a home. They also are being screened and sliced by lenders to ensure … (2 comments)

Homebuyer Tax Credit (Keene, NH Real Estate) - 02/18/09 08:31 AM
Recently we've all heard information in the news about the first time buyer tax credit.  Below is a chart I've found produced on the National Association of Realtors' website to help educate first time buyers about this credit. For further information, any buyer should consult an accountant.
I've received several calls in the past 2 weeks from first time buyers interested in the knowing the outcomes of this long awaited decision. I hope this is helpful to you. 
-Stephanie Jacques, Associate Broker, Better Homes and Gardens The Masiello Group
www.stephaniejacques.com
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FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER TAX CREDIT
The bill provides for a $8,000 tax credit … (0 comments)

Multiple O's underway! - 02/13/09 12:18 PM
Offers...that is, Multiple Offers.
I haven't seen such large numbers of multiple offers in months. With my handful of first time buyers holding their own ont competition against investors for those lower priced homes of foreclosures and short sales, we are up to 7 offers on one property. Is that a sign of spring? Could this be a sign that the right combination of price, season, and rates are coinciding with buyer's readiness to make a move?
Short sales and Wells Fargo
Speaking of short sales, I'm working with Wells Fargo currently and I have to give huge KUDOS to Wells Fargo … (2 comments)

Relocating to Keene, NH? - 02/10/09 06:51 PM
I recently took on a rental tour a wonderful couple from another state.  They were relocating due into a local managerial position. They had a young child and the couple was probably in their upper 30's, close to my age.  The couple and I spoke about websites, social networking and blogging.  She engaged in online networking to connect with other stay at home moms in the area who brought their children to a play-gym activity center for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
As I listened, I realized that the business owner clearly had it right.  A major user of social media and … (0 comments)

Outgrowing your Home? Staging is Most Important Here! - 02/06/09 12:02 PM
Do you feel like you're outgrowing your home? Do you feel choked by your own wall to wall furnishings but feel the need to keep all of that "stuff"?
If so, it's probably time to consider saying goodbye to most of that "stuff", at least temporarily.  The trouble you will have when trying to sell your home is in your home's presentation.  No, not necessarily that it's cluttered, but that is also a factor, what I'm talking about here is this:
Your Target Buyer Will Not Be Someone Like Yourself... So now it's time to think like your buyer!
If your … (0 comments)

Great starter home in southwest New Hampshire for $106,900 - 02/02/09 09:50 AM
Ideal for a first time buyer. So much of the large projects were done with the previous owner and you can bring your ideas for any cosmetic improvements of your choice, including changing the colors of the interior or changing the flooring as you wish.
Exterior has been painted, there is a brand new chimney, new furnace, even a baby room. The home is charming, efficient, and a great place to start.
Charlestown, NH is a cute little town close to I-91 in Vermont and right in the middle of your travels to Keene, NH and Claremont, NH.
PRICE REDUCED to … (0 comments)

 

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