Just Sold in Newbury!

Just Sold in Newbury! Give Lauren a call if you're thinking of buying or selling! For the best selling, buying, or renting experience, call "The Best Team in Town" at 603-526-4116!


Ski Season Rental at The Seasons!

Welcome to this stunning 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom condo in New London at The Seasons. This beautifully furnished residence offers a perfect blend of luxury and comfort, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking a serene living environment.

$3,950/month plus utilities. Snow removal, lawn care, water/sewer included. Available now.

As you step inside, you’re greeted by a comfortable living area, with high-quality furnishings, a fireplace and large windows that flood the space with natural light. The living room flows seamlessly into the dining area and a modern, fully equipped kitchen with ample cabinet space. The kitchen opens to a screen porch which in turn leads you to an open deck looking out on the golf course.

Each of the four bedrooms is a private sanctuary with tasteful decor and ample closet space. The master suite features a king-sized bed and a luxurious en-suite bathroom with a soaking tub, double vanity, and a separate shower. The other three bedrooms are equally inviting, each with its own bathroom, ensuring comfort and privacy for all guests. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee or unwinding with a glass of wine in the evening, the serene surroundings provide the perfect backdrop for relaxation. Additional features of this condo include a laundry, air conditioning and a one car garage with ample storage space.

Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween from all of us at Better Homes and Gardens RE The Milestone Team!

 We have had a great time this fall season decorating our office, participating in the pumpkin people contest, and handing out candy during the town wide trick or treating! 

Local Events this Week!

Are you looking for events to go to this week? There are a lot of fun local events to check out! To stay updated about recent events check out the community calendar on our website!


OCTOBER 29th

Nature Exploration Story Time - New Hampshire's Bats

10am - 11am
LSPA Center for Lake Studies, Sunapee Harbor, NH

" Come join LSPA educators at the Center for Lake Studies to explore the natural world. Each Tuesday morning will be filled with hands on learning through sensory experiences, guided exploration, creative play, art, and music.  LSPA’s story time is designed for young children and their caregivers."

For more information and to buy tickets, visit: LSPA

Source: LSPA website


OCTOBER 31st

Happy Halloween!

Various towns have trick or treating tonight! Check the town websites for more information.


NOVEMBER 1st

First Fridays: Gallery Stroll (CFA)

5p - 7pm

Free to the public

"Discover the world of art and minale with the talented creators at the Opening Receptions hosted at several microgalleries."

For more information, visit: Center for the Arts

Source: Sunapee Happenings email


NOVEMBER 2nd - 10th

Christmas at The Fells

Weekdays: 12pm - 4pm
Weekends: 10am - 4pm

Tickets: $25/adult, $8/child (under 5: free)

" Professional interior designers, floral artists, decorators and talented volunteers use their personal sense of style and interpretation of Christmas cheer to transform the gorgeous historic home to create this one-of-a-kind Christmas Showhouse. Tickets may be purchased at the door or online. Tickets are valid for admission at any time, no reservations are necessary for a tour or for lunch in our Café. On weekends, tour-goers can enjoy a scrumptious lunch in our Dining Room Café. Also open to our guests is our Holiday Gift Boutique, where we have assembled the finest regional artisans for an unparalleled shopping experience."

For more information, visit: The Fells

Source: Sunapee Happenings email


NOVEMBER 2nd

Beadstock 2024

10am - 4pm
18 Highlawn Road, Warner

"The use of beads has been an important practice for cultures worldwide, stretching back into antiquity. Native American cultures have created beautiful beadwork for hundreds of years, and Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum has stunning examples of diverse beading traditions from all across the continent. Join us Saturday, November 2 for our 3rd Annual Beadstock to celebrate these traditions with bead and beadwork vendors, demonstrations, speakers, and three unique workshops!"

Click here to purchase tickets. Tickets will also be sold at the door and will include admission to the museum.

Please note that admission to Beadstock does not include the workshops. Tickets for the workshops will be sold in advance and at the door. Purchase workshop tickets here! Don’t delay! Workshops have limited seats available.

For more information and to buy tickets, visit: Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum

Sources: Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum email


NOVEMBER 7th

Empty Bowls Dinner with Live Music

Starts at: 6pm
The Livery, Sunapee Harbor

Live music by: The Hattan Brothers and Tony Booth

"Empty Bowls is a grassroots movement by artists and crafts people in cities and towns around the world to raise money for food related charities to care for an feed the hungry in their communities."

For more information, visit: The Livery

Source: Sunapee Happenings email


NOVEMBER 8th

Sunapee Coffeehouse Performance

7 - 9pm
9 Lower Main Street, Sunapee

Featured performer: Jake McKelvie
Second hour: Open Mic. Sign up on site with the host for your 15 mins or 3 songs.

Free admission with pass the hat for the performer.

For more information, visit: Sunapee Coffeehouse

Source: The Sunapee Coffeehouse website

Just Sold in Antrim!

Just sold in Antrim! Donna was happy to help her buyers find this beautiful lakefront condo. Whether buying or selling, contact Donna if you’d like to get your best outcome possible in this competitive market! For the best selling, buying, or renting experience, call "The Best Team in Town" at 603-526-4116!


Myths About Multiple Offers

Due to the lack of homes for sale, having multiple offers is becoming quite common. While this is great for sellers, it can be emotionally challenging for buyers as only one offer will result in a sale. Below are some misconceptions about multiple offer situations.

•    Sellers have to give all interested buyers a chance to present an offer. FACT – Sellers can accept an offer at any time without informing other buyers, they can counter one offer and put other offers to the side, or they can invite buyers to make their best offer, usually by a certain time.

•    All offers are confidential. FACT - Sellers can instruct their agent to disclose details about an offer to other buyers in hopes of getting a better offer.  In most cases, it may be best to keep terms from other buyers but sellers are not required to do so.

•    The highest price will win the bid. FACT – Many factors play into a sellers’ decision on what offer to choose. Favorable closing date, cash vs. financing, significant down payments, minimal inspections all play into what looks good to a seller.

While it is disappointing for buyers when their offer is not accepted, it is a listing agent’s job to provide open communications to ensure fair and honest treatment throughout the process.

Contact me if you are looking for an experienced agent to provide you with negotiating strategies.

        

Donna Forest

M: 603-731-5151
donna@donnaforest.com
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New Listing in Eastman!

67 Troon Drive, Grantham, NH 03753 | Offered at $449,900 | MLS# 5018832

Beautiful Eastman Contemporary on the 14th Green. Walk to the beach and enjoy all the amenities this neighborhood has to offer. 3 BR, 2 BA, 1 extra-large car garage, 1,895 square feet and a spacious, serene screened-in porch. Sitting on .47 acres with mature landscaping, perennial gardens, and stone walls - so classic New England! Close to I-89, Dartmouth, shopping and skiing. The leaves are falling and this home is waiting for its new owners. Open Houses: Saturday 10/19: 1-4pm and Saturday 10/26: 10am-12pm

For More Information Contact:

     

Charity Robinson
Listing Agent

M 970-846-7178
charity@bhgmilestone.com

Indoor Painting Tips

Whether you just purchased your dream home or you're looking to refresh your home, painting is a great first step! Here are some tips to make painting any room of your home seamless and cost-efficient!

Guide to Paint Finishes

Once you know which room you want to paint, deciding what finish to use is an easy step before deciding on color! 

  1. High Gloss - the most durable and easy to clean
  2. Semi-Gloss - high durability, good for kitchens, bathrooms, and trim work
  3. Satin - high durability, good for high-traffic areas, easy to clean - cons: not easy to touch-up and reveals application flaws
  4. Eggshell - medium durability, essentially no-shine with little luster, covers imperfections well
  5. Flat or Matte - medium to low durability, soaks up rather than reflects the light - con: tough to clean without taking off paint

This guide provided by HouseLogic is a great tool to use!

How to Pick Paint Colors for Any Room

  1. Making a small room appear bigger - paint the walls white, cream, pastels, or cool colors
  2. Making a too large room feel less cavernous and more cozy - paint the walls with warm colors and darker hues
  3. When you want a soothing vibe - paint the walls a soft, understated color or muted tones
  4. Sample paint colors on multiple walls of the same room
  5. Use large brush strokes, so you get a feel for the color
  6. View the samples at different times of day to see how it looks in various lighting, especially at night when there are lamps lit
  7. Also view during different types of weather 

Tips for Choosing the Right Paint Sheen

"If your paint color is dark and rich but you don’t want a super shiny effect, step down at least one level on the sheen scale. That’s because the darker and richer the paint color is, the more colorant it has, which boosts sheen. Ditto if you’re painting a large, sunwashed, or imperfect wall. The higher the sheen, the more defects will show. Adding sheen also increases the cost, usually an extra couple dollars of per gallon as you step up on the sheen scale." (houselogic.com)

Sources:
https://www.houselogic.com/remodel/painting-lighting/paint-sheen-guide/?site_ref=mosaic
https://www.houselogic.com/remodel/painting-lighting/how-to-pick-paint-color/?site_ref=mosaic

New State Laws for Real Estate

Below is an overview of a few newly passed state laws.

•    In effect now, a buyer is required to have a septic inspection prior to the transfer of a waterfront house if the septic system is located within 200 ft. of the reference line. If the existing system was never approved by the state or approval was prior to 1989, the buyer must hire a septic designer to determine the elevation of the bottom of the effluent disposal area. If the system is in failure or shows signs of failure, the buyer must repair or replace the system within 180 days of the closing date.

•    As of 1/1/25, prior to a sale, sellers must notify buyers about PFAS, chemicals that have been detected in wells throughout NH but more frequently in southern NH. This notification shall be included in the standard NH sales agreement.

•    As of 1/1/25, prior to a sale, sellers must notify the potential of flood risk to buyers. Buyers are encouraged to determine if flood insurance is required. This also shall be included in the standard NH sales agreement.

•    In effect now, no longer may “any person aggrieved” appeal decisions of the Zoning Board. Only the applicant and abutters can appeal.

Contact me if you’d like to know how any of these new laws may impact your buying or selling needs.

        

Donna Forest

M: 603-731-5151
donna@donnaforest.com
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