Comfortable, four bedroom cape is close to schools, shopping and the hospital, and right next door to the Outing Club Park. You can go play ball, tennis or horseshoes any time you want! Large, level yard, private rear deck and two car garage with spacious overhead storage. Offered at $243,000. Visit www.NewLondonCape.com for more photos and details.
Joan Wallen, Listing Agent
It may be on a busy road, but you'd never know it from the private, fenced backyard with extensive gardens offering a quaint outside living space. The inside is warm and cozy with wood floors and walls, exposed beams and skylights. Updated kitchen and bath. Access to two beaches on Lake Sunapee, just 4 miles to Mt. Sunapee for skiing and summer fun, and Sunapee Harbor is a short distance offering shopping and restaurants. A great buy at $115,000.
If you are even thinking about buying, then all I can say is - do it sooner rather than later. Here is why you should be buying:
- We are at historic affordability. Prices nationwide are down an average of 36% from the peak and rents are rising. It’s never been cheaper to buy a home. Mortgage rates hit an all time low of 3.87% in February.
- 2012 is projected to remain flat and then pricing is expected to appreciate 1.75% in 2013, 2.71% in 2014, 3.23% in 2015, and 3.32% in 2016.
- The Case Shiller Pricing Index for the US shows you can buy a house for the same price as in 2003. However, with the lower interest rate, the house will cost you less.
- The cover of Barron’s Magazine for March 19, 2012 – “Home Prices Ready to Rebound”
- John R. Talbott, (Bloomberg News calls him the” Prophet of Real Estate”), said in Dec. 2011, “it is now time to buy a home”.
Based on personal experience as well as hearing what other local Realtors are saying, activity levels have increased and we are actually seeing multiple offers on properties as well as quick sales for those homes that are properly priced for the market. In the words of John R. Talbott, a finance expert who predicted the housing bubble –“ run, do not walk to your neighborhood banker and finance a new home”. Whether buying or selling, if you want to work with a REALTOR® in the know, then give me a call! 603-526-4116
Donna Forest, Broker Associate
It's not perfect, but it's a great price for New London! $178,000 for this 4 bedroom, 2 bath ranch in a great location with easy access to the medical center/hospital and shopping center. Wood floors, some renovations started. A great opportunity if you're looking for a project with "home" work! Call 603-526-4116 to schedule your showing.
Donna Forest, Listing Broker
Here are 6 tips to help find the right loan. Are you in the market for a home loan? Here are some questions to ask the lenders to help find the right loan. Knowing the answers to these questions will also make it easier to fill out an offer with the appropriate time frames. 1. How long will the loan approval process take? 2. How long is your loan lock-in period (the time that the quoted interest rate will be honored)? Can I get a lower rate if they drop during this period? 3. How long does it take to close the loan? 4. Which type of mortgage is best for us and shy? 5. What escrow requirements do you have? 6. Are there any changes or penalties for pre-paying the loan? Feel free to email me or call if you need more professional advice in searching for a loan. I also have a list of lenders that we have successfully worked with in the past that I would be happy to share. 603-526-4116, Donna@DonnaForest.com.
Radon is a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas that occurs naturally in the ground from the breakdown of radium. It is very prevalent in New Hampshire. Studies show that high levels of radon increase the risk of lung cancer. Radon enters your home through cracks in the foundation and even from the release of the gas in your water (taking a shower for example). Today's buyers test for radon in the air and water and expect sellers to mitigate levels that are higher than recommended guidelines. Buyers can also use this as a negotiating point to reduce the sales price. For sellers to maximize selling potential, it is best to test before listing and install mitigation systems as needed. This will make the home more saleable and avoid a point of conflict with buyers. In order to better understand radon, contact the State of NH at 721-4764, or give Donna a call for a free state environmental fact sheet on radon, 526-4116.
Donna Forest, Broker Associate
Live the life you love in this spacious 4 bedroom multi-season retreat! Light and airy open floor plan, ample storage and counter space, hardwood floor, lower level with family room and rec room. Only 4 miles to Mt. Sunapee Resort. Offered at $359,000. For more photos and details, visit www.42Burkehaven.com.
Donna Forest, Listing Broker
You won't want to miss this "snug as a bug", get-away cottage in Sunapee just minutes to skiing at Mount Sunapee Resort! 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and deeded access to Mountain View Lake. Secluded back yard with deck. Kayak in the summer, ski in the winter - what more can you ask for at this price? Offered at $132,500. Visit www.MinutesToSkiing.com for more info.
The warmth of wood and beams surrounds you as you enter this elegant, custom built home. 5 bedrooms, 5 baths and beautiful views of Lake Sunapee and surrounding mountains. Open floor plan with granite fireplace in the great room. Red birch floors and multi-level living. Enjoy Brown's Hill amenities including an in-ground pool, tennis, and beach front on Lake Sunapee. Visit www.57HighRidge.com for more photos and details. Offered at $1,100,000.
Donna Forest, Listing Broker
Privacy, gardens, a spacious, light-filled post and beam home, 2 car garage, carport, and heated workshop, Lake Sunapee water frontage, and low taxes. . . all for under a million dollars! Click here and view this beautiful property. Offered at $995,000.