free: Getting ready for Summer in NH - Kicks of with the Memorial Day Parade - 05/23/13 05:44 AM
The Official start of Summer is Memorial Day and NH does not forget it's true meaning by celebrating and remembering our Hero's with it's annual Memorial Day parade. The parade this year in May 27, 2013 and kicks off at 2pm.

 
 
These pictures are from the 2012 parade featuring the McLaughklin Middle School band.Enjoy the bands, floats, army vehicles, marchers, firetrucks and heros..
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NEW HAMPSHIRE IS A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE, VISIT, WORK AND PLAY!!!!!
Our TOP TIPS IF YOU WANT YOUR HOME SOLD … (5 comments)

free: Getting ready for Summer in NH - A visit to STORY LAND - 05/22/13 05:47 AM
One of the most magical places to visit in NH is Story Land. Travel north through the White Mountains to find this wonderful park. It will entertain children and parents alike. It includes not only rides, but play areas, shows, characters all based on the imagination of story tales.

 Visit Cinderella and her castle. Ride in the Horse drawn Pumpkin carriage, ride in the giant swan boats, take an adventure on a pirate ship, take a spin on Alice's tea cups and sea the newer rides such as the Polar Coaster and log flume rides. You are never to old … (6 comments)

free: Spotlight on ROSEGATE FARM in Manchester NH For Sale and Sold 2013 - 05/21/13 06:06 AM
Spotlight on ROSEGATE FARM in Manchester NH
While out showing Buyers sime of my favorite neighborhoods, They fell in love with ROSEGATE FARM. It is an upscale and desired community in South Manchester. It has easy access to Schools, Shopping and Highways. It is close to the Crystal Lake recreation area. It features mostly Colonial Style Homes.

The majority of homes were built in and after 1999. They offer many different types of amenities, upgrades and features such as 2 car garage, farmers porch, fireplace, family rooms, formal dining rooms, finished basements, pools and more...
The amount of homes available … (4 comments)

free: SPOTLIGHT on ROSECLIFF in Manchester NH - Homes For Sale and Sold 2013 - 05/20/13 05:14 PM
Spotlight on the ROSECLIFF Subdivision in Manchester NHOne of the most requested communities I receive is for ROSECLIFF. It is a very desired community in South Manchester with easy access to Schools, Shopping and Highways. It is close to the Crystal Lake recreation area. It features a varity of different style home such as ranch style, Cape Style and Colonial Style Homes.The majority of homes were built in and after 1994. They offer many different types of amenities, upgrades and features such as 2 car garage, farmers porch, fireplace, family rooms, formal dining rooms, finished basements, pools and more...
The amount … (4 comments)

free: Do Real Estate Sales STOP on Weekends? - 05/20/13 06:18 AM
What happens to Real Estate on the weekend? Where are all the agents? Just a couple of questions I was asking myself after getting repeated inquiries direct from buyers and trying to set up appointments this weekend. Unanswered phones, messages and emails not returned or replied to... I just do not get it. 
With a cash buyer ready, willing and able to make an offer at asking price with no contingencies on a condo, the listing agent was no where to be found.
Trying to see a luxury home where the buyer had flown in for the weekend to relocate … (28 comments)

free: WHY would you tell everyone your SECRET to Selling homes in a Blog? - 05/19/13 05:49 AM
The most unique questions some times come from other agents. It seems not only Buyers and Sellers are reading my Blogs but other agents too. When an agent asks why I am giving away "MY SECRETS" to Selling Homes my answer is clear. It is really no secret, but a mission to let Home owners know they have a choice. Too many sellers rush into listing their home with the perceived BIGGEST agent or biggest company not realizing there is a difference. 
By letting everyone know the right way to List and SELL a home does not mean every one can … (8 comments)

free: WHY isn't my Home Selling? - 05/18/13 06:17 AM
When a Home Seller calls and asks why their Manchester NH area Home is not selling, the answer is usually one of two reasons. Most common a home is not selling because it is over priced or was listed with an agent who is not providing ample marketing to reach potential buyers. 
The caller was quite insistent on an answer however when it was listed with one of those "big companies" and not a home I had seen, it was not a situation where I could provide an exact answer.
After asking if the home was still listed? Which was … (13 comments)

free: Do I really need to use Print Marketing to List and Sell Homes? - 05/17/13 05:07 AM
As a Leading Listing Agent  in the Manchester NH area the number one thing I need to do every day is let Home Owners know who I am, What I can do and why they should list their homes with me. To do this it takes a steady recipe of Ads, marketing, internet and direct mail postcards.
I was recently asked why I would tell anyone what my recipe for success is? Basically marketing lets people know I am here. But It is my old fashioned personal and professional service that I strive to provide every client. When Selling a home … (32 comments)

free: Should a BUYER be using an ADJUSTABLE Mortgage when buying today? - 05/16/13 06:03 AM
WHY on earth would any Buyer want to use a ARM "Adjustable Rate Mortgage" when Buying A Buyer a Home in the Manchester NH area? With today's 30 year fixed rate at approximate 3.625%. Some buyers are looking at the introductory or starting rate and not understanding what an ARM is.  For those who do not pay attention to history, are doomed to repeat it. Today's 5/1 ARM rate is at 2.375%. The rate itself is very enticing. However i am seeing many buyers who do not know what an ARM is, as well as have been taught how it works and … (10 comments)

free: HOW do you write an Offer on a home For Sale that will be accepted? - 05/15/13 06:10 AM
A Buyer started screaming at me WHY their offer was rejected? Here in the Manchester NH area, it is common to get multiple offers on new listings. Those Buyers who are not following a "proper Buying procedure" may find them self in this situation over and over.Some buyers are choosing to make offers that are too low. Others are adding too many contingencies. Others are not getting pre-qualified and some are choosing Buyer agents who are not providing proper guidance. 
The most important part of Buying is to hire a Buyer Broker who will provide REAL guidance through each step of the … (12 comments)

free: WHY do I need a FOR SALE SIGN in my Front Lawn? - 05/14/13 06:31 AM
A Home Seller insisted on NOT Letting the "World" know their Home was FOR SALE by placing a Yard sign in their front yard on a new listing in the Manchester NH area. They were more than stuck on the premise that a lawn Sign that stated the home was For Sale would let all their neighbors know his home was For Sale.
YES it will I replied, but isn't that the point. When placing your home for sale, you want everyone to know. That is how you attract potential Buyers.
Nearly all buyers will drive through neighborhoods and choose which … (6 comments)

free: How do I SELL my Home if I am getting divorced? - 05/13/13 07:55 AM
Selling a home because of a divorce is actually common but can be a stressful part of peoples lives. Here in the Manchester NH area, a recent call by someone looking for assistance was very emotional.  There are alot of questions and concerns by both parties. One question was if I was a "Divorce specialist" and the simple answer is no. Each case is different and for anyone to make such a claim may not be able to be backed up.
I assured the home owner that was patient, compassionate and a self proclaimed expert in getting homes sold.
In … (6 comments)

free: Can you FIRE a SHORT SALE Agent in the middle of a Short Sale? - 05/12/13 05:06 PM
When a Home Owner calls and tells me they want to FIRE their Manchester NH area Listing Agent because they have NO CLUE how to negotiate a Short Sale, I was not surprised. They filled me in with their situation and said they had waited over 6 months with no answer. With one phone call to check the status, the file had been rejected as incomplete 5 months ago. So the agent had not contacted anyone in 5 months for an update?
The largest problem I see everyday is Home Owners do not really know what a Short Sale or how it … (7 comments)

free: Seller DEMANDS to know why they did not get MULTIPLE OFFERS? - 05/11/13 06:33 AM
Is it normal for a Home Seller that only gets 1 offer to be so furious. Here in the Manchester NH area overall there are less homes For sale and a steady supply of buyers but not all homes are getting multiple offers. Home owners are demanding why.
Basically the amount of Buyers attracted to any property depends on neighborhood, style, size, condition and ultimately price.
Investors still make up a majority of buyers but are holding out for the lowest prices.
Owner Occupied Buyers are often using FHA which mandates the home be in good condition to pass the FHA appraisal.
… (5 comments)

free: WHY is it that every Home is SOLD before I get to see it? - 05/10/13 05:30 AM
Buyers are getting restless and are demanding answers. A Buyer called looking to hire a BUYER BROKER who was looking to purchase a Home in the Manchester NH area called and did just that. They said they wanted the BEST Agent who would work hard for them. They needed to buy a home right away. They have tried other agents and has not had very good luck. 
There problem is actually common as the amount of homes for sale has reduced while sales of steadily increased. Buyers are losing out on their dream homes as they wait too long, make bad offers … (11 comments)

free: I BET you have never seen a MLS PHOTO like this one? - 05/09/13 06:07 AM
You need to see it to believe it, A Home Seller in the Manchester NH area was asking if they could hire me as their new listing agent on a property that expired becuase their home had not sold and was not marketed properly. This morning another Home Owner had posted a link with on of the craziest picture as the front picture I have ever seen. They asked if this was grounds on replacing the Listing Agent. Picture and link courtesy of Trulia. I have attached a link to the ad so you all can see.

The key fact is this is unacceptable. … (28 comments)

free: It's on the INTERNET so It must be TRUE-How Google affects real Estate - 05/08/13 06:15 AM
There are many homes that did not sell over the winter here in the Manchester NH area. Those Home owners have seen many of their neighbors homes SELLING and wonder why. They are  reaching out to the Agents whose listings have sold and are asking why. The one common thread I have heard from the sellers whose homes have not SOLD, is they started their search for a Listing Agent online. It was on a search site such as google or similar type of site.  
When a Seller said to me "I choose my agent from the internet, it said … (6 comments)

free: When Buying a NEW HOME-Do you save money by buying your own fixtures? - 05/07/13 05:17 AM
A Buyer looking to BUY a NEW CONSTRUCTION Home in the Manchester NH area, called asking if they would be able to save money if they furnished the plumbing fixtures, light fixtures and the pre-finished hardwood flooring. I was a little puzzled and asked if they were looking to purchase or if they had already placed a home under contract? Unfortunately for them they already placed a home under contract and were having problems finding these items at what little the builder credited them for getting these supplies.
I wanted to share this story with you as a CLASSIC EXAMPLE of … (12 comments)

free: Can a Buyer get out of a contract if they find a better home to buy? - 05/06/13 05:46 AM
A Buyer called looking to hire a BUYER BROKER who was looking to purchase a Home in the Manchester NH area. They said they wanted the BEST Agent who would work hard for them. They needed to buy a home right away, they are pre-qualified, they have nothing to sell and have a large down payment to put down. Their key question was "If once they found a home, made an offer, got it accepted... if I was willing to assist them in GETTING OUT of that contract if a BETTER HOME came on the market that they wanted more."  Simply … (51 comments)

free: WHY should I get Pre-qualified? I have not found a home yet - 05/05/13 06:05 AM
With an increase in Buyers looking to purchase Homes in the Manchester NH area comes in increase in questions. When a Buyer yesterday working with another Buyer Agent argued that they should not have to meet with a Loan Officer yet as they had not had an offer accepted yet, it leads me to believe they are not being guided properly. They soon learned they could not even submit an offer without a pre-qualification letter. Early last night came a call and an apology. This Buyer was so firm in their beliefs because they chose an agent who was not providing … (13 comments)

 
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Scott Godzyk is the Owner/Broker of The Godzyk Real Estate Services located in Manchester NH. With 25 years of Real Estate experience Scott specializes in Listing and Selling Bank Owned Homes, Short Sales, Residential Properties, Condominiums, New Construction and Investment Properties. Scott services the counties of Hillsborough, Merrimack, Rockingham and Belknap. To contact Scott Godzyk please call 603-661-2121 or email sctprop@aol.com. his website is www.ScottSellsNH.com.


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