manchester: Sell through a Short Sale OR enjoy the last 2 months in home in peace?
- 03/17/14 10:30 PM
Is it really worth the time and energy to complete a Short Sale wondered a Home Owner. Many Sellers are pondering this question. One Home Seller asked if they should just enjoy the 2 months in their home,skip the short sale process and just let the bank take back the home? The problem is, will there really be any peace not knowing where you will move when the bank does take it? When that knock on the door will come that you have to leave? What will they do were their belongings?
One fact they have not considered is … (13 comments)
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manchester: Is it possible to Build a home for the same price as an existing home?
- 03/16/14 10:41 PM
Is it possible to build a home for the same price homes are selling for in a specific neighborhood? A Home Buyer refused to believe it that it can not be done. They insisted that they could build the same style and size home on a vacant lot in a neighborhood of 5 year old homes for the same price as what re-sales are selling for.
You can search for Manchester area Homes For Sale by clicking here. what is for sale by clicking here.
The facts are that home values decreased the previous 5 years until … (12 comments)
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manchester: WHAT do you do if the Seller REFUSES to leave for a Home Showing?
- 03/15/14 10:11 PM
How can you sell a home if the Buyer can not see it? Recently while representing a Buyer, we set up a showing, got it confirmed and showed up at the home. We were greeted with an open door, a very loud TV and a Seller staring back at us. I introduced myself and the buyer and I think he grunted. I asked it was alright to walk through the house and he said "go ahead". We proceeded to view the home.
You can search for Manchester area Homes For Sale by clicking here. what is for sale by … (9 comments)
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manchester: Are Buyers able to negotiate on price for a new home construction?
- 03/15/14 09:06 AM
How do you get a better deal when buying a NEW HOME? This is a popular question as new construction is picking up. Most Buyers are new to "New construction." It is not like buying an existing home. It can make your dreams come true or be the most stressful part of you life to date. How does the Buyer then get the advantage? Hiring a local Buyer Broker who is well experienced in New Construction sure can help. Not all Real Estate Agents specialize in new homes, so you really need to ask if they do.
You can … (5 comments)
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manchester: Who can tell a Buyer what are the COSTS when Buying a Home?
- 03/13/14 10:36 PM
Can a Real Estate Agent tell a Home Buyer what the costs will be when Buying a Home? They sure can... A "GOOD" buyer Broker will work with a Local and Trusted Loan Officer to break down how much of a mortgage you can qualify for. Let you know what price range you should be looking in. We can break down your monthly payment, mortgage, interest , taxes and approximate utility costs.
You can search for Manchester area Homes For Sale by clicking here. what is for sale by clicking here.
There is an increasing number or residents … (5 comments)
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manchester: Are there any Manchester NH Condominiums with garages For Sale?
- 03/13/14 09:24 AM
One of the most popular types of homes is the Condominium. It is said to be a "Style of life" and not just a home. Home Buyers look for the low maintenance and not having to mow the lawn or shovel the snow. Many Condos are loaded with amenities like club houses, pools and workout areas. The Fact is Home buyers are looking to take advantage of the "Ultra Low Interest rates" and purchase their dream home. One of the most popular features Buyers look for in a CONDO, is a garage. Garages come in all styles and sizes here in … (3 comments)
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manchester: Is it BETTER to Buy a Newer Home or an Older Home?
- 03/12/14 10:15 PM
Should you purchase a NEW HOME or a OLDER HOME? This is a question asked by a MANCHESTER NH. area Home buyer. She was early in her search for her Dream home, and just was not sure where to start. She wanted a home easy to maintain but could not afford a brand new home. After sitting down and showing her the difference, she soon learned it is not just about age, but how well a home was maintained, if it was cared for and if there were upgrades when needed over the years. A 4 year old home could need … (8 comments)
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manchester: Are there any Manchester NH Homes For Sale with garages?
- 03/11/14 10:15 PM
With the arrival of the Spring market, Home Buyers are looking to take advantage of the "Ultra Low Interest rates" and purchase their dream home. One of the most popular features Buyers look for in a home, is a garage. Garages come in all styles and sizes here in NH. You will find attached garages, garages under the home and detached garages. You may find 1 car, 2 car and 3 car garages along with the new "half" garage for all your toys, bikes, mower and tools. You can search for Manchester area Homes For Sale by clicking here. what is … (10 comments)
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manchester: What the heck is a Boomerang Buyer?
- 03/10/14 10:47 PM
I do not know who chose it, but get ready to hear it more as it is going to affect you in the Real Estate world. There is a large segment of population who was affected by the "downturn/recession" and they are back, ready to re-capture the American Dream. Many good people lost their jobs and their homes through a SHORT SALE or FORECLOSURE. Here in the MANCHESTER NH area It has been a number of years for most, they have gone back to work and with the old saying "Time heals all". They would like to BUY A HOME to … (51 comments)
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manchester: How SHOULD Real Estate Agents feel about Daylight Savings time?
- 03/07/14 10:15 PM
All week I have read blogs with some for, but most against daylight savings time. Here in New England, not only is it looked forward to, it is welcomed and should be celebrated. We have suffered through early darkness all winter. Although the weather has not warmed up, everyone is ready for Spring. Tonight for instance the sun sets at 545pm. Back in December and January it was just after 4pm. Sunday night we can rejoice it will be light past 645pm. Here in the MANCHESTER NH. area, the Real Estate market can officially open for evening showings that do not … (8 comments)
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manchester: What is the real Estate Market like in Manchester NH?
- 03/06/14 10:08 PM
It is easy to be confused when the media is reporting the amount of Sale dropped 13% for January 2014 over last year. On the other side of the market, Home Values have increased 14% for the same period according to the NH association of Realtors for the MANCHESTER NH. area . If sales drop, how can prices go up? This is a question I am being asked here in the .Consumers often relate a decrease in value when they see a decrease in sales. THE FACT is there is a shortage of homes for sale in some area. There is … (12 comments)
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manchester: HOW can Lower Sales equal Higher Prices?
- 03/05/14 01:33 AM
If sales drop, how can prices go up? This is a question I am being asked here in the MANCHESTER NH. area as the amount of Sale dripped 13% for January 2014 over last year. Home Values have increased 14% for the same period according to the NH association of Realtors. Consumers often relate a decrease in value when they see a decrease in sales. THE FACT is there is a shortage of homes for sale in some area. There is a steady flow of Buyers looking tio take advantage of the Ultra low interest rates before they may rise. Therefore … (12 comments)
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manchester: Can Selling your Home be easy, rewarding and exciting?
- 03/03/14 10:33 PM
Often you hear about the bad experiences from people Selling Their Home. It does NOT have to be that way. With a simple recipe for Selling your Home the 'right way". It can be an exciting time. It is a process that rewards you as you move on to your next home. People move for a variety of reasons and each reason is a step to a new life. Here in the MANCHESTER NH. area, there is a shortage of homes For Sale which makes NOW one of the best times to sell.
Recently a Home Owner called in … (14 comments)
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manchester: You Should not HATE the thought of Buying a new Home
- 03/02/14 10:04 PM
You can sure bring out emotions of your blog readers when you include the word HATE in a blog title. Quoting this First time Buyer she was so stressed by what she was experiencing while buying a home, she used the " H " word when describing it. Yesterday i wrote about how a Home Seller had 'Hated" the process of Selling their home. To read how this story starts, please check it out.
On the flip side of Selling your home is Buying a Home. Either adventure should NOT be stressful. you should not feel anxious. Buying a … (8 comments)
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manchester: HATE is a nasty word when it comes to Selling your Home
- 03/01/14 09:34 PM
Is there anything that angers you so much you HATE it? After spending 33 hours flying through 5 airports and being on 6 planes i can sure say i am close to hating flying. I did however get to meet lots of people and have lots of conversations about Home buying and Selling from people across the country. One Couple was talking about how much they HATED the process of Selling Their home. I popped right up because this is my specialty. I am one of the leading listing agents in the MANCHESTER NH. area, and I LOVE to list and … (17 comments)
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manchester: Is it time to sell your Condominium in FOX HOLLOW at Manchester NH?
- 02/26/14 09:04 PM
If you are looking for a condominium, let me introduce to you FOX HOLLOW CONDOMINIUMS, One of the most requested neighborhoods by Home buyers in Manchester NH. .Scott Godzyk Owner/Broker of the Godzyk Real Estate Services is frequently asked "Are there any Condos available For Sale in FOX HOLLOW?"
This community is located in a wooded setting with well manicured lawns. It has easy access to Schools, Shopping and Highways. It has a fantastic club house with pool and tennis courts. These Townhouse style units come with basements, some of which are finished and a variety of extras and upgrades.
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manchester: Manchester Girls Softball League announces 2014 Registration save $10
- 02/26/14 05:13 AM
As winter comes to an end in Manchester NH, The MGSL is proud to announce YOU CAN SAVE UP TO $10 on registration which is now OPEN for the 2014 season. MGSL strives to provide girls age 4 to 18 a fun and challenging fast pitch softball league. Our league is designed for girls to learn the basics and improve these skills throughout our five age divisions. We also strive to provide a clean, safe top-notch facility for our players and fans.
SAVE up tp $10 WITH 'EARLY REGISTRATION" but Hurry, it ends March 1, 2014
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manchester: What do YOU do when you see a Short Sale that is WAY UNDER PRICED?
- 02/25/14 09:02 PM
Have you ever seen a Listing that is so Under Priced you just have to get your Buyers to it? Perhaps your investors or maybe even yourself. It is not a new trend to Under price short sale listings to get a HUGE response and multiple offers, But it is a trend where people should have learned their lessons. Here in the Manchester NH area there still are some Home Owners who may owe more than the home is worth. They choose an agent full of promises but little to no experience in short sales. The agents answer is to price it super low, … (30 comments)
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manchester: WHY does the Yard Sign say COMING SOON? Is it a Bank Owned Home?
- 02/24/14 09:27 PM
WHY would one put a yard sign listing a home FOR SALE but then put "coming soon" if the home is not ready to be sold. This question is featured today as written by one of my favorite Bloggers Dick Greenberg simply titled COMING SOON. What is gong on with these signs? As a leading Listing Agent of Bank Owned Homes in the MANCHESTER NH. area, I can tell you the Banks and asset management companies who assign these listings, make the agent put a sign up on vacant properties as of day 1.
The problem starts that … (9 comments)
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manchester: Why would I NOT want to wait until spring to Sell?
- 02/24/14 05:42 AM
Why should I list now if it only gets busier in the Spring? A home Owner was very firm that they wanted to wait until Spring is actually here. They said we can not have a spring market until the snow is melted, flowers are blooming and kids are getting out of school. Unfortunately what he is not see ing is that RIGHT now is the Best time to sell, even better than when spring arrives in NH. With a shortage of homes listed for sale in the MANCHESTER NH. area, Buyers are ready to act quickly to find their dream … (11 comments)
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Is it really worth the time and energy to complete a Short Sale wondered a Home Owner. Many Sellers are pondering this question. One Home Seller asked if they should just enjoy the 2 months in their home,skip the short sale process and just let the bank take back the home? The problem is, will there really be any peace not knowing where you will move when the bank does take it? When that knock on the door will come that you have to leave? What will they do were their belongings? 
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