Archive for 2011

Property Listing History

Posted 1 February 2011 by
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Before starting negotiations on any property,  a true listing history can only be ascertained  by cross-referencing  the specific address on the MLS  to accurately determine the length of time that the property has been listed and at what asking price(s).          The MLS allows listing agents to enter properties as new listings as long as they have been off the market [...]

Latest Sales over $1 Million for Seacoast & Lakes Region

Posted 30 January 2011 by
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Latest Sales over $1 Million on the Seacoast and in the Lakes Region November 1, 2010 through February 13, 2011 Closing Date Location Original A.P. Actual S.P. Difference Days on Market Seacoast 1/13/11 1070 Old Ocean Blvd, Rye $1.985M $1.71M $175K (9%) 63 1/07/11 81 Exeter Road,  N. Hampton $1.25M $1.05M $ 200K (16%) 481 1/06/11 [...]

Another positive sign

Posted 19 January 2011 by
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According to a recent study conducted by The Institute for Private Investors,  a sampling of some 72 super wealthy families (with assets in the $50 million range) were polled in regards to their investment plans for 2011.    30% indicated their intention to invest in real estate this year.

The True Meaning of “LUXURY” REAL ESTATE

Posted 11 January 2011 by
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Initially, words such as….Quality, Craftsmanship and Eye Appeal may come to mind. But upon further contemplation, a luxury property seems to also take on some intangible elements.  For true luxury, a property should generate more than just attractive features by also providing us with life-enriching personal experiences and stories.  It is luxurious when it reflects our own individual  [...]

Luxury Market Update

Posted 6 January 2011 by
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Finally, we are beginning to see renewed interest in luxury and or waterfront real estate.   Here in New Hampshire the high-end properties ($1million plus) started to sell again late last Spring  after having  been virtually stalled  since the country’s near financial meltdown some 2 years prior.  I plan on displaying photos and sales information for all $million transactions [...]