We at Maxfield Real Estate in the three offices (Wolfeboro, Center Harbor and Alton) around the Lakes Region of New Hampshire voted unanimously to do away with our traditional Holiday Christmas Party and donate the money that would have been spent to the food pantries in the towns our offices reside in. With the economic hardship so many are facing and the food banks running consistently low on food, it is another reason why working at Maxfield Real Estate and the men and women there once again showed that we care about our communities.

Maxfield Real Estate has a We Care Program that has for many years donated a portion of every commission to a local non-profit of the buyer's or seller's choice. In 2008 over $50,000 was turned over to these non-profits.

Wishing you all Happy Holidays!

Just taking the opportunity to wish you all the best on Thursday. It is one of my favorite holidays with the gathering of family and those wonderful aromas that lead to a sumptuous meal. There is so much to be thankful for!

Now if there were only some good football games on :)

I hear this over and over from those listing their property at the point we determine what the price of the property is going to be first listed at. I've done the market for them,have counseled them on the reality of what homes similar to theirs have sold for as well as what they are competing against in a similar price range, what I feel is the high price that we can test the property at, as well as the range that I believe they will likely see offers being made. Still after all that more often than not they still want to list over the high price because they're "not going to give it away."

I want to say to them you are not going to give it away and someone will end up paying you a significant amount of money for your property, just not over pay for it. I also don't want to tick them off by debating them in greater detail after they have been shown the facts already.

What have you said in this instance?

Gorgeous Lake Winnipesaukee waterfront property, views from south to southeast, 102 feet on the water, large sandy beach, 2 bedroom cottage plus bunk house, level lot, 40 foot dock, deck & cottage just feet from the water, fireplace, gradual sloping sandy waterfront is very child friendly, must be seen to be fully appreciated! Priced at $749,000.

Cottage just feet from sandy beach!

Open Water for All Your Boating Enjoyment

View of Antique Kona Boathouse from the 40' Dock where Antique Boats Come all Summer Long.

The Living Room with Lake Views

Loons by the Beach

Cottage Steps from Beach

For more information contact Steve Bush (603)455-7428 or Carol Bush (603)387-4733, or our website www.lakesregionhomesinfo.com.

Unique Rust Pond waterfront...perfect for a family compound or possible B & B...converted 19th century barn, now a wonderful 5 bedroom year round residence, plus 3 seasonal cottages each with 2 bedrooms, all in a beautiful and private lakeside setting, 244 feet of water frontage, a huge sandy beach, dock and lovely lake views.

Call 603.387.4733 to speak with Carol Bush or 603.455.7428 to speak to Steve Bush about this beautiful property in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire.

19th Century Renovated Barn

3 cottages facing waterfront

Wolfeboro Waterfront - Rust Pond

One of the beautiful rooms in the barn

One of a kind Lake Winnipesaukee family compound, stunning views of The Broads, new 42 foot dock, beautifully landscaped, beach, decks, patio, 2 properties with a 2 bedroom seasonal lakeside cottage & a year-round like-new 2 bedroom house behind, both air-conditioned, recently renovated cottage, must be seen, priced to sell at $849,000.

Cottage steps from the waters edge and fully renovated inside and out.

Like new 2003 Ranch with AC, hardwood floors, and terrific views

The View from the beautifully landscaped lawn. New 42 foot dock.

Beautiful sandy raised beach with granite steps even into the water.

Lakeside Patio

For more information or additional photos please contact;

Steve Bush, REALTOR, Maxfield Real Estate

319 Whittier Hgwy., Center Harbor, NH 03226

steve@maxfieldrealestate.com

603.455.7428 mobile

603.253.9360 ext.17 office

877.705.2424 ext. 17 toll free

www.lakesregionhomesinfo.com

The 4th of July is one of my very favorite holidays. I love the music and the festive atmosphere. I think that the Boston Pops on the esplanade beside the Charles River in Boston with the 1812 Overture playing while the fireworks are lighting the evening sky is without a doubt one of the greatest yearly events celebrating the Independence of our Country that I have seen.

What is yours?

One of the original summer homes on Lake Wentworth, over 2 private acres beautifully landscaped with 240 ft. of frontage, large beach & dock, great views from every room, delightful wrap around porch near water's edge, updated addition, 2 car garage with 2nd story plus outbuildings, perfect for entertaining with room for everyone! $798,000.MLS#2785112.

View more details on this beautiful property HERE or contact Carol Bush directly at 603.387.4733. Agent related. Maxfield Real Estate, Wolfeboro, New Hampshire

Lake Wentworth View from Beach

View of the Cottage from the Dock

The Cottage, Lawn and Lake

There are so many reasons why living in New Hampshire is such a wonderful experience. I've written about some of the music available in the Lakes Region where I live and work, but the beauty of the lakes and mountains, the farms and fields, and the history that is prevalent in the endless stone walls and antique colonial homes are seen everywhere throughout the "Granite State."

I'd like to share some pictures that I have taken of this beautiful state, and though I don't consider myself an amazing photographer (I've seen some on AR that are amazing!). it is just a little taste of what awaits anyone visiting New Hampshire. I hope you enjoy!

Center Harbor, New Hampshire at Dawn

My View at the end of Tuftonboro Neck, Mirror Lake, New Hampshire

Zoe checking out one of the many stone walls in Mirror Lake, New Hampshire

Lake Wentworth, Wolfeboro, New Hampshire

Squam Lake and Sandwich Range looking North from Holderness, New Hampshire

Fall Foliage at Canaan Valley with Mt. Shaw in Tuftonboro, New Hampshire

It is extremely sad that the economy has taken such a toll on the State budget that now 27 of our parks including 3 beaches on the Atlantic are being put up for sale. The historical significance of some of these parks, not to mention the beauty, will now be available to any and all wanting to do whatever they wish. More development coming!

Here is the list compiled by the Union Leader of New Hampshire.

Ahern State Park, Laconia

Annett Wayside, Rindge

Bear's Den, Gilsum

Bedell Bridge State Park, Haverhill

Bradford Pines, Bradford

Cardigan State Park, Orange

Chesterfield Gorge Natural Area, Chesterfield

Clough State Park, Weare

Eisenhower Memorial Wayside Park, Carroll

Endicott Rock, Laconia

Forest Lake State Park, Dalton

Gardner Memorial Wayside, Wilmot

Governor Wentworth Historic Site, Wolfeboro

Hannah Duston Memorial, Boscawen

Jenness State Beach, Rye

Kingston State Park, Kingston

Lake Tarleton State Park, Piermont

Madison Boulder Natural Area, Madison

Nansan Wayside Park, Milan

North Hampton State Beach

Pisgah State Park in Winchester, Hinsdale and Chesterfield

Plummer's Ledge, Wentworth

Sculptured Rocks Natural Area, Groton

Silver Lake State Park, Hollis

Wadleigh State Park, Sutton

Wentworth State Park, Wolfeboro

White Island, Isles of Shoals, Rye