Posts made by author 'Badger Peabody & Smith Realty'

Today we're going to talk about making your home a calm, peaceful retreat from the world. I Googled "Everything Zen" and enjoyed reminiscing about seeing Bush at Woodstock '99. Holy cow, they were loud! What a great band. My time living in Portsmouth, washing dishes at some restaurant, is truly the flash-back I have when I listen to that album. I honestly have no idea if that song has anything to do with being calm. From the guitar riffs, one would think not. Trip down memory lane aside (Go check out Bush if you have never heard them before!) let's dig in and discuss a few ways to "peace-out" your home and soothe the senses. After this scary weekend, it's time.

We visited some friends who have two small children. I think they're around 6 or 7 years old. Overall, I really don't like kids. This visit...

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I always enjoy throwing out an alliteration or rhyme for my titles. I think, much like 'orange', there's not much I can do with appraisal (Maybe I need more coffee). I'm certainly open to ideas for next time! Today we're going to talk about some myths related to your home appraisal. We'll touch, briefly, on the differences between an appraisal and a home inspection (though mostly in end-result, not practice). All that aside, as I write this they're predicting our first Noreaster of the season. Come on snow!

First and foremost, the appraisal tends to be one of the more anxiety inducing steps of the home selling journey. It is that point where you put the value of the home in the hands of the lender (sort of) and th...

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If you're looking to maximize your sale and minimize your effort, you need to work with a real estate professional. In a sellers' market like today's, it can be tempting to list your house on your own – known as For Sale By Owner (FSBO). But the truth is, a real estate professional can save you time and money by managing every step of the process, from pricing your home to reviewing documents and handling negotiations.

Before you decide to sell your house on your own, here are five reasons why working with an agent is your best bet to maximize the sale of your home.

1. First impressions are everything – and an agent knows how to make a great one.

Prepping a house for sale requires a significant amount of time and effort, even though it...

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As you know I've been searching high and low for a new place to live. I've been bouncing back and forth between rentals and homes for sale. As a former home (and duplex) owner, I really hate the idea of renting (aka - paying someone else's mortgage). And with the market seemingly coming back to earth, perhaps this fall will be a fantastic time to make a purchase. Either way, I'm excited to finally have my own place. It's been nearly a decade since I've lived alone. I miss not having to tip-toe around in the mornings the most!...

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Property Spotlight: A conversation with the Sellers

Impeccably maintained and newly custom built in 2018, this 4-bedroom, 4 bath home is nestled on a private corner lot in the Birch Hill neighborhood of North Conway, moments to Echo Lake. Relax on the deck surrounded by nature and enjoy the lovely views of both Mountain Washington and Mount Cranmore. With a proven history of generating income, this house has the potential for income generation if proper permits are obtained from the city. Featuring an open floor plan leading into a spacious living room and kitchen, highlighted by cathedral ceilings, and a custom cultured ledge stone fireplace. The Kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, gr...

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