A steady transition from fall foliage to winter recreation has begun to take shape here at Loon mountain in Lincoln New Hampshire. The ski Villages still have plenty of colorful leaves but at about the 2,000 foot mark a noticeable change has begun to to take hold.

The bikes and camping gear in the windows of stores are being replaced with skis and winter related recreational offerings.

The chairs are on the lift, and the Governors lodge is gearing up for the rush of down hill enthusiasts (little snow up top offers a glimpse of things to come)

If you haven't booked your winter seasonal rental...time is growing short, the price of season passes will rise as the snow begins to fall. Mid- October may seem too soon for many, but the ski season will be underway by Thanksgiving.

Time is growing short to purchase a vacation home in the mountains before the upcoming ski season. Check with you account many families that own rental property will find the added tax benefits are a bonus to their investment property and retirement planning. Good Values still existing in this recovering economy, and you'll only know you missed the bottom of the market when its too late. Second home properties are one of the last places to recover so there are still opportunities...but with all opportunities that don't last forever.

Alpine Lakes Real Estate Co Inc., With Offices at Loon & Waterville Valley

And Offer Design Build Custom Home contracting services for 35 years

Real Estate MLS Search Site: www.alpinelakes.com /toll free 800-926-5653

Steve Loynd Realtor & White Mtn. Property expert steve@alpinelakes.com

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