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Posted on 09/16/2020

Manchester, NH Real Estate Market Update

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Posted on 09/16/2020

Photo by Bruce Clark from Pexels The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) limits how much you can borrow to buy a house. If you want to take out a mortgage that is above the limits, you have to apply for a jumbo mortgage. As of mid-2019, the limits were increased to $484,350 for most of the country. Some...

Jumbo Loan

Financing

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Posted on 09/09/2020

3 Simple Ways to Reduce Clutter before a Showing

Photo by Monkey Business Images via Shutterstock It’s easy for a home to get out of hand with all the things that come through the door every week. Here are a few tips for keeping up with the never-ending clutter that enters your home. Create a Shoe Station Set up a location at each entry door for family...

Clutter

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Posted on 09/08/2020

Portsmouth, NH Real Estate Market Update

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Posted on 09/02/2020

Are You Prepared to Hire a Home Inspector?

If a seller accepts your offer to purchase his or her residence, it now may be time to schedule a house inspection. And if you have an expert home inspector at your side, you can get the information you need to determine whether to proceed with a house purchase. Ultimately, there are several factors to consider as you evaluate...

Home Inspection

How To Choose A Home Inspector Home Inspections

Posted on 08/30/2020

Nashua, NH Real Estate Market Update

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Posted on 08/26/2020

How to Care for Wooden Decks and Porches

Image by StockSnap from Pixabay If you plan to add a deck to your home, begin by selecting quality pressure-treated or composite building material. If you build with pressure-treated wood, let the porch or deck set raw — without paint or stain — for at least six months to a year. The longer you let it set, the...

Proper Deck Maintenance

Maintenance

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Posted on 08/21/2020

Concord, NH Real Estate Market Update

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Posted on 08/19/2020

Tips for First-Time Homebuyers

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels Buying your first home is an exciting experience, but it can also be overwhelming when you don't know what to expect. Below are some tips to help first-time homebuyers navigate this process successfully. 1. Get pre-approved before you start shopping. Nothing is more upsetting than finding the home of your dreams, only to...

First Time Buyer

Buyer Tips

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Posted on 08/19/2020

6 Tips for Staging before Your Open House

Photo by David Gonzales via Pexels When it comes to selling a home, presentation is key. A well-staged home highlights the best features while leaving plenty of room for imagination in the minds of home buyers. Here are a few tried and true home staging tips to help your home steal the show and bring in the best...

Open House

Home Staging

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Posted on 08/19/2020

Benefits of Indoor Gardening

Image by vistawei from Pixabay Did you know people are generally happier when they have something to nurture and tend to in life? That’s right. Taking care of plants can make you a happier person and improves your sense of well-being, which in and of itself might be motivation enough to start an indoor garden. If you need...

Gardening Tips

Indoor Gardening

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Posted on 08/19/2020

Should You Choose an HOA Community?

Photo by Curtis Adams from Pexels Homeowners associations (HOAs) exist to maintain the cleanliness and appeal of a community. Whether a home belongs to a HOA is a major consideration for home buyers. Some see it as a benefit, others a deal breaker. Here's what to consider before going with or without a HOA. Privacy If privacy is...

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