Blog entries tagged with "monika mcgillicuddy":


monika mcgillicuddy: The biggest obstacle to climbing the Active Rain ladder to success - 05/06/08 12:46 AM
The biggest obstacle to climbing the ladder to success is weeding your way through the crowd at the bottom. I'm sure you've all heard that before but it is so very true.
Climbing the ladder to Active Rain success is not all that different and it is not hard once you … (127 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Talking to Activerainer's..Do You Ever Get Star Struck? C'mon Admit It.. Sometimes I do! - 03/23/08 01:49 PM

 
I remember meeting a bunch of rainers...I was actually nervous...hey alot of talent in one room...sometimes on the phone I feel the same way.
This year I have the privilege of co-moderating the Blogger's Choice Selection Group..sometimes it causes me to make a phone call and sometimes when I do...
I get star … (31 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Splashing in the ActiveRain - Thanks to Monika! - 03/17/08 01:14 PM
Most of us here at our agency knew about blogging but it took real estate trainer extraordinaire, Monika McGillicuddy to inspire and intrigue us to dive into the 'rain. I have to give my 'peeps' here at our agency some kudos as eight out of our eleven agents signed up and … (8 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: A Special Lady Born on Valentine's Day! Happy Birthday Monika McGillicuddy! - 02/14/08 11:14 AM

ImageChef.com Photo FramesRecently Mike from Tucson sent me to a new place on the net...Thanks Mike it stirred up a few things.  Good Things...  The site is called birthdayalarm.com....it helps you track important events...such as birthday's, anniversaries and other important special occasions.One of the things I did was send an automated … (10 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Mom and Dad vote for the first time.. - 01/08/08 07:17 PM
 My mom and dad voted in their first primary! I am so proud of them! Mom and dad became citizens on January 18 2006. They both studied hard, really trying to learn and understand the history of our great country. I was full of pride watching them study... seeing how much … (36 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Hampstead NH has a New Bean in Town!! - 12/07/07 09:43 AM
There’s a new Bean in town… and everybody’s talking about the new Bean in town. So I decided to go visit the new bean in town called Bean Towne. To say it is a coffees shop like none other which Hampstead and surrounding communities has seen before is an understatement. … (17 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: New Hampshire's White Powder...Ski Season 2007-08 - 12/03/07 05:22 PM
IS ROARING TO GO!!! The weather outside is cold and snowy and winter is definitely coming, just in time for the holidays and New Hampshire's Ski season. Skiers are all rejoicing and most of New Hampshire's Ski resorts are open and waiting for you.New Hampshire  offers a wide variety of … (15 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Just for fun... - 12/03/07 10:33 AM
While cruising around Active Rain this morning I stumbled upon a post by Al Maxwelland I thought to myself Why Not?? So I followed the link he provided and tried to Morph myself.It was pretty funny having it match me up to a celebrity, especially one I had never even heard … (16 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: More than a feeling.... - 11/30/07 07:12 PM
In my feed-reader today I found a tribute to Brad Delp...It was the first thing I saw this morning when I fired up my lap top and I just had to read it even though I knew it would be a difficult read and of course watch the video.
It made … (14 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Sun Setting across Lake Massabesic...Auburn NH - 11/28/07 06:07 PM
Today I had to attend a Legal committee meeting up at the New Hampshire Association of REALTORS in Concord NH. It started at 1 pm and was due to end at 3 pm. As luck would have it, the meeting ran over schedule and by the time I left it was … (28 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Danville New Hampshire...Santa is in town!!! - 11/24/07 09:33 AM
Santa Claus is coming to Danville New Hampshire...today!Come one and all to the annual Tree Lighting Celebration to be held today, Saturday, November 24, 2007 at 4:00 in the center of town.Gather up your children and let them be a part of this wonderful memory making event and don't forget...have them … (10 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: New Hampshire Market report... We should be thankful - 11/23/07 06:37 PM
The November New Hampshire Real Estate Market Trend Report was just released by the New Hampshire Association of REALTORS.
Peter Francese who is an extremely knowledgeable man, sees good reason to be thankful over all.
However in my market area Rockingham County, I can’t fully agree. He says that on average … (11 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: NAR Convention update Professional Standards Committee - 11/14/07 06:03 PM
This is a very quick update as I am running between meetings! Please forgive me for not responding at this time to all your comments.The Professional Standards committee was over quickly. I think including the forum we went all of 2 hours! Wow!During the forum we talked about Article 12's "True … (9 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: NAR wow...what a trade show! - 11/14/07 10:47 AM
Last night I went to the trade show and it was mobbed.
I heard that there were over 30,000 REALTORS signed up attend this convention...of course that number could be higher as some people just stop by and buy a day pass.
It was crazy at the trade show and while I … (16 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Apple Picking time in New Hampshire - 11/12/07 07:13 PM
New Hampshire...Apple picking time!  You still have time to pick your own!!!
Fall is ripe with wonderful tasty apples and New England has long been known as home for many local apple orchards. 
My mom and dad just went to Mack's Apples in Londonderry NH and probably bought the best apples in … (10 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Interactive Subprime Map - 11/12/07 08:53 AM
Check out this very cool interactive Subprime map and find out how your area compares to the rest of the country in percentage of sub-prime loans.
You can click on your state and even your county to see how you rate.
I was surprised that the northern part of New Hampshire for … (13 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Thank you Active Rain...my belated 100th post celebration! - 11/10/07 07:19 PM
Is there such a thing as blogging too much? Is less better? I've struggled with that question. This is my very belated 100th post celebration. I never thought I'd write 100 posts or have nearly 100,000 points. I'm a pretty slow blogger as it took me a year to get here.
While … (30 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Price Slashed! Stage Road Junction Hampstead NH - 11/09/07 08:18 PM
Prime Location!
Price slashed only $1200 per month!
Ready to occupy and completely renovated!  
Stage Road Junction Office Complex is the perfect place to call home for your business.
Stage Road Junction is ideally located at the junction of busy routes 111 and 121 in Hampstead NH.
Hampstead is located 15 minutes … (3 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: A new road-virgin territory and a clueless GPS - 11/08/07 08:44 PM
This morning as I drove to Windham to teach the new member ethics orientation class for the Granite State South Board of REALTORS, I was pretty excited. Was it open? I kept wondering about the new 111 bypass.
It has been a project in the works for a few years and … (10 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Victorian Holiday Tea...Brentwood NH - 11/03/07 07:50 PM
My good friend and fellow REALTOR Judy Tuscano is involved with the most incredible holiday event. 
This event is held yearly and always sells out. Judy recently posted about this years upcoming event on her blog.
The annual Ladies Victorian Christmas Tea will  be held at Grace Ministries in Brentwood, NH  on … (30 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: One Year of Blogging - 11/03/07 01:37 PM
A blogaholic I am!
I've learned so much from blogging and reading all the posts...especially since the day Ann Cummings turned us on to AR...Thank you Ann!
My much better half Jay wrote a post today about our one year anniversary of blogging. Poor Jay he had no idea what he … (48 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Spooky Thrills and Yummy Candy - 10/30/07 11:36 AM
I wish I was still a little kid because I absolutely love Halloween!
I love watching the little kids walk up the driveway...listening to them laugh in excitement. 
I remember spending hours sorting through candy when my kids were little...sometimes sneaking my favorite pieces of candy out of their bags. LOL...sometimes … (15 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: On-Line FEMA Map - 10/29/07 09:52 PM
This is pretty neat and not just for buyers and sellers but for agents as well. 
Curious about where your property is in relation to the FEMA map? I’m not going to go out on a limb and say this is 100% accurate but it is pretty close.
Since this is the … (12 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: NH Real Estate Rapist Appeal Denied!!! - 10/28/07 09:21 PM
The New Hampshire Supreme court has rejected an appeal by the man known as the “New Hampshire real estate rapist”
The traveling salesman from Maine was convicted this past May. He apparently posed as a home buyer…gained entry and then raped a 19 year old woman by knife point. This story … (14 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Salem NH frightful frights!!! - 10/21/07 12:10 PM
Salem NH is home to one pretty disgusting fright sight!
The haunted mansion at Victorian Park and the Forbidden Forest are sure to test your ability to stay calm and not let your inner fears take over. 
They claim that this years "frightmare" has more twists, turns and torment than ever … (8 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Prudentail Verani 6th Annual Coat Drive....needs you! - 10/19/07 05:35 PM
We need you!
Help us meet our goal this year!!! Last year we exceeded 8,000 coats thanks to your help! So of course we’ve increased our goal this year…so we really need your help.
Drop your coats, hats and mittens off at Prudential Verani Realty- 2 Main Street- Hampstead NH
(10 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Keene New Hampshire Very Keene Pumpkin Festival - 10/18/07 10:59 PM

Don't miss this....The Keene Pumpkin Festival!
Don't waste any time thinking about it...simply do it. This is a fun event sure to please everyone.
Be a part of history in the making by helping Keene New Hampshire regain the Guinness World Record for the most lit jack-o-lanterns in one place.
A title they … (6 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: October Market Trend Report - 10/18/07 05:17 PM
The New Hampshire Association of REALTORS publishes  monthly market trends report and it is fascinating reading for anyone who has an interest in real estate.
The report is written by Peter Francese who continuously does a fantastic job with it.  Peter is a widely recognized demographics and consumer market expert and … (4 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Caution...No designated Agency in New Hampshire yet - 10/17/07 06:20 PM
But we’re getting closer…
Today with a standing room only crowd the New Hampshire Association of REALTORS board of directors voted to pass the recommended proposed Designated Agency legislation with some added language presented by the Exclusive Buyer agents. The language added appears in Italics below.
XII. Dual agency does not … (21 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: NAR Looking at Blogs part 2 - 10/15/07 07:12 PM
Back in June I wrote a post about NAR Looking at Blogs the post was featured and had 129 comments.
I knew I hit a hot spot by the comments it generated. At the time I personally was very worried that NAR and or Big Broker would indeed look at … (103 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Small Town Politics...the pits - 10/14/07 03:52 PM
Embattled Atkinson NH Police Chief Consentino is under fire again!
Today’s Sunday Eagle Tribune ran a front page story titled “Residents decry chief’s behavior” and when I saw it I thought…it just never ends. Seems as if the Chief has been under attack for years yet he stays on and on.
(2 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Stage Road Junction before and after!!! - 10/11/07 08:20 PM
Look at the difference Before and After... 

Stage Road Junction Office Complex face lift is nearly complete.We have new siding, new windows, new doors a whole new appearance makes this the perfect place to call home for your business.
Stage Road Junction is ideally located at the junction of busy … (9 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: E-mail notes home...what say you Hampstead NH parents? - 10/08/07 09:15 PM
I read an interesting article in the newspaper today. Yes I did say newspaper and my fingers are smudged black to prove it.
It was kind of ironic as the article was all about saving paper and trees and how web communications can save big money for school districts. 
When I read … (25 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Ouch...NH Drivers Face Stiff Toll Increase - 10/07/07 04:23 PM

New Hampshire has just increased it's road fee and this is not welcome news for New Hampshire drivers!
NH has some 93 miles of turnpike to take care of and the highway repair bank
Not too many people are happy about the increase!
I know we're in a tough … (20 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Quickstart Agent Training program - 10/07/07 01:18 PM
I know the market is slow and money is tight but sometimes you just need to spend money to make money.
Training can be vital to your real estate career especially in a buyer's market.
The order taking days are well over and sitting in the office waiting for the phone … (3 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Zorvino Vineyards A Sandown NH Jewel - 09/30/07 07:15 PM
Today was a beautiful fall day in New England perfect for exploring and discovering new places. Jay and I had errands to run and a new construction home to photograph today. On the way home we drove by Zorvino Vineyards in Sandown New Hampshire.It was perfect timing for us as I … (21 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: New Hampshire Real Estate Rapist - 09/29/07 03:23 PM
This past May a man named Oliver Hooper was convicted for raping a 19 year old NH woman in her home.
He posed as a home buyer, apparently raped the woman and now he is appealing his consecutive 50 to 100 year sentence.
He became known as the FSBO Rapist or the … (26 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: New Hampshire Market Trends September 2007 - 09/18/07 07:34 PM
The New Hampshire Association of REALTORS recently published their September 2007 Market trends report. As usual Peter Francese does an awesome job interpreting the market. This report like many of his previous reports, talks about New Hampshire's graying workforce and the fact that we need to attract younger people...make it affordable … (4 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Web Presence...Who Cares? - 09/18/07 03:28 PM
Your Buyer cares!
Today very few buyers pick up the the newspaper or a magazine to find a home. Why should they when they can just about find anything they want on the Internet. Plus the Internet is instant information...with no hassles. It's totally on their terms with everything simply a click … (20 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Defining Moments...Courage...It Takes Courage! - 09/14/07 08:33 PM
Have you ever gone back and read your old post and comments?  It's amazing how all of us have evolved. I have been reading my old posts and my old comments...I noticed defining moments.  Events that changed my perspective of blogging.  Events that have opened my world.   Recently I entered … (30 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: The Story of America - 09/09/07 10:39 PM
This is for us old timers...a trip down memory lane. Bye-Bye Miss American Pie was an extremely popular song when I was a kid. I really think it tells the story of a generation, of innocence lost. Sort of a coming of age song that will forever be in our … (5 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Hampton Beach NH Seafood Festival - 09/06/07 07:29 PM
If you love seafood, watching thousands of funky people walking about, fireworks, crafts and unique gifts all wrapped up in an exciting 3 day event then head to Hampton Beach this weekend.
This is a people pleasing-people watching event like no other. Bring your wallet as parking will be at a premium and … (18 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Changes - 08/31/07 01:14 PM
This is not Good Bye but rather a short note letting you all know that I will be sunsetting this site. 
As some of you know I have two profiles on AR and since I can not merge them into one without affecting all of you, letting this one rest is … (31 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Salisbury Beach Camping - 08/21/07 11:36 AM
New England boasts some mighty fine beach camping and Jay and I have camped at quite a few of them. 
True beach front or ocean front campsites are very popular and camping remains a favorite past time for many families. It is usually pretty inexpensive and a wonderful time for family memory making!  … (17 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: How did you come up with that price...anyway? - 08/02/07 11:45 AM
 When preparing a Comparative Market Analysis, CMA, recently I was trying to determine a good listing price. It's not an easy job!
I had to put more weight on the "on markets" than the "sold" comps.
Traditionally real estate agents are taught to put more weight on the "solds" when trying to … (51 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Uniquely Unique East Kingston New Hampshire Real Estate... - 07/14/07 08:12 PM
Uniquely unique is what living in East Kingston New Hampshire is all about and now you can own a piece of it at a great price. 
East Kingston NH is a small rural town close to RT 95 and RT 125.  The town demographics as posted on their website states that East … (4 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: A bird in the hand - 07/13/07 02:51 PM
Is a Bird in the Hand better than Two in the Bush? 
The answer is yes!
This is a cautionary tale for all home sellers.  Times have changed, the market is no longer a Sellers market. I know you all know that, have heard it on the news, read the articles in … (34 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Stage Road Junction is Getting a Face Lift - 07/12/07 09:44 PM
Stage Road Junction Office Complex is getting a face lift!  New siding, new windows, new doors a whole new appearance makes this the perfect place to call home for your business.
You work hard and now you need a place to showcase that hard work.  Stage Road Junction is ideally located at … (21 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Beware they're Scamming your listings - 07/11/07 05:34 PM

Beware the Scam artist...
One of the agents in my company got this inquiry about one of her listings today. 
The age old scam artists are now targeting real estate agents. I think our on-line marketing is reaching a much broader audience than we thought...or wanted. 
Poor scam artist Sara Bissett...she … (12 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: It's Offical I'm an ABR and SRES Instructor! - 07/07/07 12:47 PM
As some of you know I've been working my way through the instructor certification process required by REBAC to become an ABR and SRES instructor.
It took a while but I have completed both the required one day course in DC and the two day course in St Louis and the … (44 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Kayaking Linekin Bay Maine - 07/06/07 06:20 PM
A perfect July day for kayaking Linekin Bay in East Boothbay Maine.
While on a 4th of July camping trip to Boothbay Harbor Maine, we decided to do some kayaking.
Jay and I set out at about 10:30 in the morning with a goal of reaching Ocean Point and then paddling back to … (29 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: FSBO Gone bad - 06/30/07 06:35 PM
I got the link to this story via e-mail today and what an unbelievable story it is!
When I started reading it I couldn't quite digest it and kept thinking is this a joke? The more I read, the more I thought what an incredible story and a learning experience for all … (34 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: I Don't Trust You. - 06/26/07 06:37 PM
"No offense but I don't trust ANY real estate people." The words cut through me like a knife. I felt bad not so much for myself, although it really stunk hearing those words, but for the woman that said them.
I'm involved in the 3rd offer that these people have made. I … (33 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Odiorne Point a slice of NH Seacoast - 06/26/07 11:30 AM
My husband Jay and I are both beach lovers and we love to spend our free time exploring the coast of New Hampshire as well as points north along the majestic Maine coast.
One of our favorite local parks is Odiorne Point State Park in Rye NH.  Rye is a quick … (22 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Attention NH Real Estate Agents...Important Information! - 06/21/07 10:21 PM
                                         FAQ on the NEW Agency / Non-Agency Disclosure Form
As many of you know, recently the New Hampshire Real Estate Commission made changes to their Rules and Regulations.
They updated the 1. Listing agreements, you click here to see the changes>>>Listing agreement changes 
2. Buyer Agency agreements>>>Buyer Agency Contract 
3. Dual Agency Consent … (7 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Kingston New Hampshire's Hidden Talent - 06/21/07 04:01 PM
I just love discovering local talent and posting about it. 
We all live in communities that are special to us or at least they should be special if you call them your home. Sometimes it takes going out and exploring your community to discover what makes it special or maybe getting … (12 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Hampton Beach New Hampshire * 7th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest* - 06/20/07 07:40 PM
 
I had meetings most of the day today but found a small window of opportunity that won't be available again until late Saturday.
So I took it and headed to the Beach.
I'd been itching to go all week because 300 tons of imported sand was dropped on Hampton Beach last … (32 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Active Rain-NAR and Stagers...How cool. - 06/18/07 07:08 PM
I thought this was so cool, I'm not sure if anyone posted about it but if they did I missed it.
I am a regular visitor to the NAR's website REALTOR.org . I like it because I usually can find lots of good information there and it's all free for me … (23 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Sandown New Hampshire Hosts an Electronics Recycle Day - 06/16/07 05:26 PM

Got a dead computer??  Or maybe you have a few of them kicking around your attic?
They are not an easy item to get rid of just like all those old broken down T'V' s we've been collecting for years.
What do you do with them?
Can't set them out on … (9 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: June in Hampstead New Hampshire - 06/16/07 11:11 AM
Hampstead New Hampshire is gearing up for a fun filled summer
Starting with the Summer Music series which has it's kick off event Tuesday June 19th at 7:00 pm. 
This event is free for all and offers an added bonus as classic car and motorcycle owners are encouraged to bring their … (5 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: How Humiliating...I was stood up today! - 06/12/07 10:09 PM
I can't remember when the last time I was stood up...maybe I haven't ever been stood up before..I don't know because I can't remember it. But today I was and I didn't like it one bit.
I had booked 4 condos to show a customer. We were to meet the listing agent … (33 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Beaching it in New Hampshire - 06/04/07 09:27 PM
I love the beach especially on those cloudy, rainy days when most people stay home curled up on the couch. Yesterday was Jay's birthday and as is our custom the birthday person gets to decide what they want to do. He couldn't decide, although I'd bet if the weather had been … (30 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: NAR looking at Blogs...what say you?? - 06/03/07 07:26 PM
After a few mishaps getting to DC I'm happy that I can report that on Thursday May 17th I attended my NAR Professional Standards committee meeting. 
I love being on this committee and am in the second year of my second 3 year term. After 4 years the newness has worn … (128 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: 110 posts and I didn't even know it!!! - 06/01/07 08:25 PM
Can I blow my own horn??
I passed 100 posts and never knew it! LOL I guess I was asleep at the wheel.  How exciting 110 posts in eight months!!!  Yippee!
Of course it's combined but it still counts...I hope anyway!   I'm sorry I don't have a special post to celebrate but … (18 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Salem New Hampshire Charmer is Sold - 06/01/07 07:33 PM

14 Martin Ave Salem New Hampshire is SALE PENDING!
This affordable Salem New Hampshire gem is in move in condition with potential expansion for a second floor.
Attached 2 car garage, full partially finished lower level, fully applianced kitchen, all tastefully decorated and a huge deck overlooking the back yard make this … (4 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: ** Pelham New Hampshire...SOLD - 06/01/07 06:07 PM
This home has sold.   
Excellent Price Reduction!!!! Custom built Unique Vermont Log Home! Original Owner....they loved it so much that they stayed and stayed! 
Looking for something different? Looking for a potential In-Law set up?   Looking for a heated  Detached garage? How about a wrap around deck?  Looking for the ideal … (2 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Washington DC Mishap - 05/31/07 08:02 AM
DC here we come, or so we thought!
All started out well as we left home full of excitement about driving down to DC in our 40 foot motor home. You may have read Jay's post about our DC adventure let me give you a womans take on it. Before you … (25 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Lobster and Wine - 05/29/07 10:00 PM
Jay and I spent spent Memorial Day weekend up in Boothbay Harbor Maine. 
After a week in DC attending the NAR conference (blog post coming) and doing all REALTOR related things. Plus a a very busy week teaching Ethics and GRI 103 a long weekend in Boothbay Harbor was a real … (18 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Welcome to Active Rain Joey Sweatt - 05/09/07 09:45 PM
Another New Hampshire Blogger joins Active Rain!  Please join me in Welcoming Joey Sweatt!  Joey works for Great North Woods Realty in Colebrook NH. His part of New Hampshire is absolutely breathtaking. Joey hasn't posted yet but hopefully he will soon. Joey was in a mediation class a couple of weeks … (11 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: HOT Closings - 04/29/07 09:01 PM
This was a difficult transaction that after many delays was finally given the clear to close. Because of the delays we had no say in the time or location of the closing. So it was scheduled at an attorneys office and was being fit into his tight schedule to accommodate us. … (46 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Flag Man Found - 04/29/07 11:38 AM
Friday was a pretty emotional day for me.  The guy with the flag and his wife Pamela,who just happens to be a real estate agent in Massachusetts, came to Hampstead New Hampshire to meet me.  If you haven't read my story about when Hate came to Hampstead please take a few … (36 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: localism works...I know - 04/28/07 10:03 AM
This post was inspired by Neal Bloom's post Localism works...I think
I thought what a great idea to highlight some of my favorite localism type posts. Localism does work...I really do know that it works.
My recent very local post about Hate was widely read by local people and it had the … (9 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Power Of Active Rain- Patriotism Prevails over Protest - 04/22/07 03:45 PM
The Power of the RainLast week I wrote a little post about when hate came to my town. While it wasn't a featured Post...nor widely read by Rainers, it had a life of it's own. 
My little post traveled, far and wide, beyond the borders of Hampstead, New Hampshire.  A … (44 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Active Rainers meet in New Hampshire - 04/20/07 07:58 PM
It's been a strange week for me in Hampstead New Hampshire.
On Wednesday our town buried a fallen solider and I witnessed "hate" first hand.  Between the Virginia tragedy, our local tragedy and all the flooding we've had, this week has been pretty sad.
Sad except for yesterday. I spent the day … (21 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: HATE - 04/18/07 05:48 PM
Such an ugly word isn't it? 
Maybe I've been sheltered but I've never really felt that word before nor have I used it. HATE is such a strong lonely word...thinking about it makes me incredibly sad.
Today for the first time in my life I "felt" hate.  Hard, Cold, Ugly, Hate and … (153 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Hampstead New Hampshire Professional Office condo for rent- 1,200 per mo - 04/16/07 09:56 AM
 Prime Hampstead location with high visibility. Corner of busy Route 111 and Route 121 makes an excellent location for your business. 
 213  Stage Road Junction  Hampstead NH
Professional Office Community This office condo boasts 1100 sq.ft. +/- of space including a front entry reception area, good size private office along with two 8x8 … (10 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Welcome new AR member Vickie Wyman - 04/15/07 07:48 PM
Please welcome new Active Rain blogger Vickie Wyman.  Vickie attended a class I taught up in Whitefield NH a few weeks ago. During my presentation I talked about blogging and mentioned Jeff Turners Real Estate shows and how easy they were to use.  Vickie contacted me the other day looking for … (19 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Pelham NH Sold - 04/15/07 07:10 AM
This home has sold. Open House 1-3pm  Sunday April 15 ...  Being held rain or Nor'Easter!!!! Location-Location- Location
Directions....Gage Hill Rd/NH 38 to Wellesley to Right on Colby Lane, turns Left into Wheaton to Left on Regis. #4 on Right
This is Custom built Vermont Log home...designed to capture the … (0 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: My Grandson Wants to Blog - 04/14/07 08:37 PM
I'm babysitting my 11 year old grandson tonight. Out of the blue he asks me to help him set up a Blog? He wants his own Blog!
He is only 11 and I really didn't know what to say. 
I asked him if he knows what a Blog is. He … (26 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Active Rain Gathering at the NAR Mid Year Meeting in Washington DC May 14 to19 - 04/09/07 06:40 PM
Anyone planning on attending NAR's  Mid Year meeting in DC next month? It would be awesome to meet some fellow Rainers at the conference.  
Jay and I are planning on arriving May 12th... sometime that night and will be staying the whole week. I have some obligations on Monday and Thursday … (33 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: New Hampshire REALTORS Call to Action - 04/09/07 05:53 PM
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monika mcgillicuddy: Hampstead New Hampshire Playgound Support Needed - 04/05/07 07:09 PM
Hampstead residents help make a dream come true! Now that the towns people have passed a warrant article and businesses have signed up to help support the proposed playground the Hampstead Mothers club goal of building a playground at the Depot Road complex is fast becoming a reality. However much help is still … (7 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: This is so Cool! - 04/04/07 09:49 PM
Maybe I'm just slow but I just discovered that on localism the Rain dudes made working links to all my (our blog posts)...how very neat. Now I can copy the links and post them on my blog posts if I want so that a list of all my articles can be … (31 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: New Hampshire *Updated* Dual Agency Consent Agreement - 04/04/07 08:58 PM
*Updated* Dual Agency Consent Agreement. 
The New Hampshire Association has made some crucial changes to their Dual Agency Consent Agreement  to reflect the required Rule changes that the New Hampshire Real Estate made. 
Rule change go into effect on May, 1 2007. Changes to the consent agreement are linked to a … (0 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: New Hampshire *Updated* Exclusive Agency and Exclusive Listing Agreement - 04/04/07 08:37 PM
*Updated* Exclusive Agency and Exclusive Listing Agreement    The New Hampshire Association of REALTORS has updated their Exclusive Agency and Listing Agreement this link brings you to PDF sample form with changes highlighted for easy reading. 
 The important changes are to the Dual Agency section. 
The Disclosed Dual Agency … (1 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: New Hampshire *Updated* Buyer Agency Agreement - 04/04/07 08:12 PM
 *Updated* Buyer Agency Agreement
The New Hampshire Association of REALTORS has updated their Buyer Agency agreement to reflect the recent New Hampshire real estate commission rule changes on Dual Agency. I covered these changes in my blog post Dual Agency Alive and well in NH  if you need an update on … (7 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Snow in New Hampshire...Again! - 04/04/07 03:52 PM
 Just when we thought it was safe to say Spring is in the air!!!  Jay and I arrived home last night after spending a few days on the beach down in sunny Myrtle Beach South Carolina. We went from high 70's to a snow storm in 2 days. I am glad … (15 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Hidden New Hampshire Talent - 04/04/07 12:19 PM
Last week I was invited to teach an Agency class for the North Country Board of REALTORS. Because they are located about 3 hours away from me they put me up in a hotel the night before.  It was a rainy foggy day as I arrived and the mist just enveloped … (22 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: New Hampshire Legislative Update: House Bill 868 - 03/23/07 07:50 AM
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monika mcgillicuddy: Do I really sound like that? - 03/17/07 12:41 PM
Well, I was going to do short little blog about my 1st YouTube video attempt. I was feeling bad because I couldn't go out and help my very strong hubby shovel all that wet cold snow. So I thought I'd "film" the event!  But then I played it back and was … (15 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Dual Agency Alive and Well in New Hampshire - 03/04/07 06:16 PM
                     Dual Agency Rule change effective May 1 2007 The New Hampshire Real Estate Commission recently approved rule changes that go into effect on May 1 2007.  These changes now bring the Rules (REA) in line with the Law and as some of you know changes to the law (RSA) 331-A:25-d … (32 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Attention New Hampshire Property Owners! - 03/04/07 08:46 AM
Attention all New Hampshire Property Owners...we need your help!!!!
This is very important Information for all New Hampshire Property owners...and an UNFAIR burden on the backs of all property owners.
This Bill has been defeated before with the help of all New Hampshire REALTORS® and now it is being revisited … (8 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: New Hampshire Training Center...I'm excited - 03/02/07 08:22 PM
A little dream a little reality Who says dream can't come true?  As some of you know I am a real estate agent who does a lot of training. I write most of my own courses and create my own power point presentations. I've been training for many years and in … (51 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Skiing at Gunstock in Gilford New Hampshire - 03/02/07 04:23 PM
Skiing at Gunstock in New Hampshire. Skiing is one of New Hampshire special delights and our state is fortunate enough to offer a wide variety of skiing for every level and every budget.  Gunstock  is located in a town called Gilford near the popular town of Laconia. It's location is ideal and … (8 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Reality of New Hampshire's Housing Market - 03/01/07 02:19 PM
He Who Snoozes Loses… The Reality of New Hampshire’s Housing Market (Chart and statistics courtesy of the New Hampshire Association of REALTORS)   Year end market reports show that the total average units sold are down 18% compared to 2005 and the average price down 1 percent from 2005. Looking … (4 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Kingston New Hampshire Where Peace and Harmony abound... - 02/05/07 09:53 PM
Kingston is a pretty little town with a rich history. Long famous for being the home town of Dr. Josiah Bartlett, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. Those of you that watch  The West Wing will recognize the name as the fictional U.S. president.
Driving through Kingston one … (11 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: New Hampshire...Apple picking time! - 02/01/07 08:08 PM
New Hampshire...Apple picking...Home Picking time!
Waiting for a good deal to come along before you make a decision to buy a house? 
Good news is that your wait may finally be over. It seems unlikely that interest rates are going to go down in the near future in fact they may increase … (0 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Grafton County Market Report - 01/30/07 09:27 PM
Grafton County is home to some very popular vacation destinations...like Waterville Valley, Lincoln and Franconia to name a few.  This is a particular beautiful area of NH!Grafton County Year End Market Report2006 Units sold (excluding condos) 932 down 11% from 20052006 Average sales price (excluding condos) $267,000. down 1% from last … (2 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Merrimack County New Hampshire Year End Market Report - 01/28/07 07:02 PM
Merrimack County New Hampshire Year End Market ReportTowns in Merrimack County include Allenstown, Andover, Boscawen, Bow, Bradford, Canterbury, Chishester, Concord, Contoocook, Danbury, Dunbarton, Epson, Franklin, Henniker, Hill, Hooksett, Hopkinton, Loudon, New London, Newbury, Northfield, Pembroke, Pittsfield, Salisbury, Sutton, Warner, Webster and Wilmont New Hampshire.2006 units sold ( excluding condos)1,439 down 18% … (0 comments)

monika mcgillicuddy: Rockingham County Year End Market Report - 01/28/07 05:39 PM
Rockingham County Year End Market Report Rockingham County Consists of 38 towns from Atkinson to Portsmouth NH, a map of the county can be found here. The New Hampshire Association Of REALTORS (NHAR) published it's year end market trends report which has some pretty fascinating information. You can read the State … (0 comments)

 
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