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By Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group, Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate
(Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates)
A great article this week by the Wall Street Journal titled, Why its Time to Buy.  This is a must read in my book. Well written, thoughtful and an in depth look at what is happening in real estate 2011 and where we go from here. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702304563104576361522020024248.html?mod=wsj_share_linkedin While overall prices fell 7.5% last year, take the foreclosures out and its a mere .5% which is many cases is just off the bottom. Household formations expected to rise and of course this impacts entry level buyers coming into the market. Home prices to income, homes are more affordable today, 12.5% lower in fact than the period 1989-2004 average. Rising rents and falling house prices make home buying more attractive. Signs of how a stronger job market could fue...
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By Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group, Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate
(Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates)
If you are an Amherst NH home buyer, you are like many others, Amherst NH Realtors included, probably scratching your head and wondering when you should pull the trigger and buy your dream Amherst NH home. As much as we have seen signs of stabilization of Amherst NH home prices, we also feel the uncertainty based on all of the headlines we read daily. I can't and wouldn't make a claim that we are at the bottom.  I don't know if prices will go up or go down. What I do know is our inventory has shrunk and current inventory in Amherst of single family homes for sale is down about 25% from a year ago.  Whether this is due to sellers renting their homes or taking them off the market until prices recover, I can't say for sure.  I do know there are not as many homes to choose from today as the...
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By Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group, Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate
(Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates)
Amherst NH pending sales data is in and the numbers are off the chart.  Amherst pending sales increased for the period May 2011 compared to the same period a year ago May 2010. Amherst NH home sales pendings increased 171%  Buyers, don't wait, its the old supply and demand thing, inventory is down in Amherst NH homes for sale and there is still lots to choose from at great prices.  Couple that with interest rates under 5 and its time to jump in. Call us at Brin Realty, we are the local market experts in Amherst NH real estate and Southern NH homes for sale.
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By Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group, Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate
(Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates)
The Brin Realty Group Amherst Bedford NH brochure is a perfect place for a QR code.  Considering the purpose of a QR code is to bring a customer or client to the website with a snap of their phone, we redesigned our company brochure and included a QR code.  Great job Michelle, our office Admin as usual! Our new QR code is inserted in the Brin Realty Group trifold handout and will take you to the ABOUT Brin Realty Group page on our website. We want our customers and clients to find easy access to our comprehensive Website with everything they need to learn about Brin Realty Group, our Amherst and Bedford NH real estate agents and our Southern NH Realtors.  
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By Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group, Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate
(Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates)
OPEN HOUSE - Sunday 6/5 11-1 PM 12 Georgetown Dr. Amherst NH   Open Sunday June 5th, 11-1PM  $259,000 101 TO OLD MANCHESTER TO GEORGETOWN Anne McNallen 603-620-5197   OPEN HOUSE - Saturday 6/4 1-3 PM 140 Annand Dr. Milford NH Open Saturday June 4th, 1-3PM $335,000 13 TO ARMORY TO MELENDY TO BALL HILL TO ANNAND Jennifer Cote 603-305-1922   OPEN HOUSE - Sunday 6/5 1-3 PM 2 Liberty Hill Road Bedford NH Open Sunday June 5th, 1-3PM $285,000 101 TO LIBERTY HILL Lynn Waller 603-860-2366   OPEN HOUSE - Sunday 6/5 12-2PM 94 Green Farm Rd. New Ipswich NH Open Sunday June 5th, 12-2PM $167,900 TURNPIKE TO THAYER TO GREEN FARM Laura Tyers 603-672-2727 x240       OPEN HOUSE - Sunday 6/5 12-2PM 2 Springvale Ave. Brookline NH Open Sunday June 5th, 12-2PM $155,000 130 or 13 to MEETINGHOUSE TO SPRINGVALE...
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By Bobbi Gaudette
(Bean Group)
Kimberly Cates Memorial Concert Featuring Spirit Fiddle 7:00 PM June 24th at Souhegan High School, Boston Post Road, Amherst Tickets in advance - $12/ At the Door $15 May be purchased online, www.kincatesfund.org or www.spiritfiddle.com, Amherst Middle School, SHS and Mont Vernon Village School. Proceeds to benefit the Kimberly Cates Memorial Scholarship Fund
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By Caroline DeVore, Stowe Vermont Lodging, VT Bed and Breakfast Inn, Vacation Homes, Caroline DeVore | Stowe Meadows Lodge, Stowe VT
(Stowe Meadows Lodge, Stowe VT Romantic and Luxurious Inn)
Real Estate Lock Boxes - What You Know May Protect Your Home.....and May Even Help You Choose Your Real Estate Agent You have decided to sell your home and you are interviewing Real Estate Agents in your area....lets say Amherst NH.  There are all kinds of criteria to use when selecting the best Agent and Brokerage Firm in Amherst NH and there are many thoughtful questions that you should be prepared to ask. If you think listing price, staging, curb appeal, showing schedules or commission rates are critical, you'll also want to ask some pointed questions about Real Estate Lock Boxes.   I'm a proponent of using real estate lock boxes.   In fact, I think that using a Real Estate Lock Box on your Amherst NH home for sale is critical.  A fundamental part of successfully selling your home is...
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By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty, Good to Know
(BHHS Verani Realty)
  Adorable log home with skylights and Home Photos Local Schools Courtesy: Prudential Verani Realty Londonderry Prudential Verani Londonderry 888-723-0306 webrequest@verani.com 33 Chestnut Hill Rd. Amherst, NH 03031 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms:1Full List Price: $154900 Living Area Approx : 1344 Adorable log home with skylights and a beautiful spiral staircase to a half-loft and with a little effort it could be a Warm & cozy home with the possibility of having a horse property. Enjoy the summer sitting on the back porch looking over the lush green sloping landscape. Freddie Mac addendums required. Property may come with a 2 year Home Protect Warranty and seller may pay up to 3.0% actual buyers closing cost may apply. Restrictions may apply. Freddie Mac first look effective through June 11, 201...
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By Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group, Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate
(Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates)
The last Sunday of every month is when you will find the Amherst NH Antique Auto Show on Route 122 in Amherst NH Its a great way to spend the day, park and walk and browse and chat.  Stroll among the many antique autos, some completely refurbished and others in need of lots of help... The action starts early...daybreak and the cars are lining up...so come early ... It also winds down early...mid day actually...so if you make the trip make sure you arrive early to see as many antiques as you can. There is also a wide array of parts and pieces...plus a flea market...Its a fun day for all. Its the Amherst Antique Auto Show, they call if the FIELD OF DREAMS and it runs annually on the last Sunday of the month between April and October... I am going to find an antique Chevy or Ford stepside,...
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By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty, Good to Know
(BHHS Verani Realty)
There are great possibilities here, for   Quick Links   Free List of Foreclosed Homes For Sale     Concord, NH Real Estate     Bow, NH Real Estate     Pembroke, NH Real Estate     Epsom, NH Real Estate     Loudon, NH Real Estate     Hopkinton, NH Real Estate         See Property Details   Call: 888-723-0306 for more information on this or any other property. Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property.   Visit Property Website     Courtesy : Prudential Verani Realty Concord webrequest@verani.com 888-723-0306             There are great possibilities here, for the right buyer opportunity is knocking. This home is not livable but with some imagination and town approval this home or a new home could be...
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By Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group, Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate
(Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates)
I just read a blog that discussed reviewing the HUD at closing and it reminded me about a closing I had that there was an error on the deed.   This was a NH builder, I was marketing his new homes in his  NH subdivision.  When I asked to review the deed at the closing table, the closing agent said sure, but there was a snide smile on her face, like yeah right, real estate agent is checking our work. I pulled out the old deed and the plot plan and was reviewing the property description when I realized the deed was transferring the entire subdivision to this buyer. Oops, excuse me Miss snide closing agent, seems to be an error on this deed! My builder thought I walked on water, all I did was my job.  As you might expect, I ALWAYS review the deed before closing if possible, but at the lates...
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By Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group, Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate
(Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates)
Photos of Days Gone By in Amherst NH real estate office I have had some requests for more photos of our Amherst NH real estate office in its early years. Our office is located at 108 Ponemah Road.  The home was built by Harry Heath, who was the Amherst NH railroad's StationMaster.  The home was built around 1900. Mrs. Heath and her girls in front of their wonderful Amherst NH home. Mrs. Heath on her front porch at 108 Ponemah Road, Amherst. This last one makes a great Christmas card huh? Thank you to Bob Hart for providing us wiht the photos.  
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By Caroline DeVore, Stowe Vermont Lodging, VT Bed and Breakfast Inn, Vacation Homes, Caroline DeVore | Stowe Meadows Lodge, Stowe VT
(Stowe Meadows Lodge, Stowe VT Romantic and Luxurious Inn)
"If Hannah's Mom can take us, my Mom can pick us up".   Paving the way for a post-midnight parent car pool pays it forward for our children. My last post was about my daughter's Prom night.  Oh the excitement of parties.  Even Erich and I like getting dressed up for a night on the town.  These days, knowing who the designated driver is applies to all ages with no exceptions and car pooling is a fantastic way to keep kids safe, save gas and even pay it forward.  See this terrific article on "Green Proms". Young drivers out on Friday night....at the Prom, or the movie or the party...and then driving home after midnight is a tough combination.  My Dad used to say, "Nothing good happens after midnight".   Gosh I remember that....every single time I wanted to stay out late and drive home wit...
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By Caroline DeVore, Stowe Vermont Lodging, VT Bed and Breakfast Inn, Vacation Homes, Caroline DeVore | Stowe Meadows Lodge, Stowe VT
(Stowe Meadows Lodge, Stowe VT Romantic and Luxurious Inn)
Souhegan High School Prom 2011 is here!  What a fabulous day of salon "up do"s, manicures, gorgeous dresses and handsome tuxedos.  I couldn't think of a better or more appropriate photo for my Friday blog than young ladies dressed to the nines, and my beautiful Julia.     Let the dancing begin!   Everyone have a fantastic and memorable night!     XO! Mom    
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By Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group, Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate
(Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates)
A while ago I had an offer come in on one of my Amherst NH homes for sale.  The sellers were older and it was very clear that he drove in this relationship.   I called Mrs. Seller and asked if I could come over and discuss the offer with them.  She asked me what the buyer did for a living and I told her he was a pilot and the location works perfectly for him.  She said her husband was taking a nap but I could come over at 3 PM. I arrive and sit down at the kitchen table and lay out the terms of the offer for them.  We discuss price, closing, financing and all the typical terms of the offer..  Mr. Seller looks over at me and asks, What does this buyer do for a living?  I repeated that he was a pilot and the location worked perfectly for him. Mr. Seller looks over at Mrs. Seller and says ...
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By Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group, Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate
(Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates)
I was having a conversation with one of our agents yesterday.  She is on the run, buyers here, buyers there, listing photos to be changed, need to change some copy for a listing, oh and those other two listings are coming next week and I haven't eaten yet.  Sound familiar?   I can remember days that I just couldn't take one more thing, not one single phone call or question, I would be on the verge of tears.  That was before I started Brin Realty and now I have agents running hard.  I'm still listing homes and in the trenches, but not at the pace that I used to be, not when I was closing 60 deals a year all by myself...I don't know if I could do that anymore and I know I don't want to try. I told her calmly, welcome to Amherst NH real estate, keep smiling because closings follow these cr...
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By Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group, Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate
(Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates)
The Amherst Rocking Chairs at 108 Ponemah Road When I heard about this contest there was one photo that immediately came to mind. Its the Brin Realty Group Amherst front porch rocking chair photograph. Each Spring the chairs are brought back from the barn to their proud spot on the front porch and they sit beckoning us to join them. They rock in the wind, as if to tease us and say, come out and sit a spell! We sit out on windy days and on sunny days. We sit in coats and in sweaters. We sit and rock with lemonade and shorts and tee shirt. And we sit in our finest before or after our appointments. Agents who have been around a while know when a thunderstorm hits, if I’m in the office, I head to the front porch. The rain pours down and thunder rumbles and rolls as it has for over a hundred...
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By Caroline DeVore, Stowe Vermont Lodging, VT Bed and Breakfast Inn, Vacation Homes, Caroline DeVore | Stowe Meadows Lodge, Stowe VT
(Stowe Meadows Lodge, Stowe VT Romantic and Luxurious Inn)
  Congratulations to ALL Souhegan High School Seniors!!! All Seniors at Souhegan High School in Amherst, NH must complete a research program called "Senior Project".  The multi-year comprehensive research project culminates each May with a public presentation and panel discussion.  Juniors begin work on their "Senior Project" and follow a regerous schedule that marches steadily toward May of their Sr. year.   Senior Project is described by on Souhegan's website this way: "Senior Project is a public demonstration of personalized learning and a graduation requirement, Senior Project requires students to demonstrate their progress on our Academic Learning Expectations, and to reflect upon their learning." This week, begining Monday and continuing for 6 school days, Seniors present a huge b...
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By Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group, Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate
(Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates)
121 Mack Hill Amherst NH home for sale Scenic Upper Mack Hill in Amherst NH is a sought after area of town, rich with horse farms, scenic stone walls and winding country roads.       Beautiful setting on private 5 acre lot, this home has it all.                         Large granite kitchen with brick fireplace and breakfast area, family room with wood stove and 3 season porch and deck, master with fireplace, private deck and adjacent office or nursery. Large loft makes a perfect library/sitting room.Formal living and dining, french doors to a private spa from which to enjoy the setting and much more.                              
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By Brin Realty Associates Team At Bean Group, Amherst NH homes and Southern NH real estate
(Bean Group | Brin Realty Associates)
The NH real estate market continues to demonstrate inconsistent sales data.  We say all the time that real estate is local and the data clearly suggests you need to look carefully at the numbers as they are different by town, by neighborhood and by price range. Amherst's inventory continues to drop and that's good news.  Our closeds dropped also over the same period last year, however our pendings are up. I think we need to see the numbers for April-June to get a clear picture of our local market.  
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