Our friends over at KCM provided this succinct write-up of Fannie Mae’s Fourth Quarter National Housing Survey: There is a growing number of people debating whether the government should continue its level of support for homeownership. Mortgage assistance is being pulled back and even the mortgage-tax-deduction is now up for debate. We want to look [...]

For years, many buyers weren’t honest about their income and some loan officers didn’t care. The loans were bundled by Wall Street and sold to investors who were told anything but the truth about their value. For years, some real estate professionals prodded appraisers to move that appraisal up ‘just a bit’ and most sellers [...]

There is always chatter about whether it makes sense to pay a 6% commission to your real estate agent in today’s market. Sellers, buyers and even agents debate about the right number that should be charged to assist a consumer in completing a real estate transaction. It is no different right here in North Conway, [...]

Although there ARE some bright glimpses of the light at the end of this challenging real estate market “tunnel” we are in, there are still more listings than ever to choose from and your fellow sellers (the competition!) are often willing to negotiate with buyers more than ever.  Here are a few tips to make [...]

In an effort to Stop Diabetes and the devastating effects of this disease in our community, Brenda Leavitt a diabetes advocacy leader in Fryeburg, ME will join more than 200 diabetes advocates from across the country in Washington, D.C. for the American Diabetes Association’s Call to Congress.  Call to Congress is the Association’s premier national [...]

If one of your goals this year is to make the shift from renter to homeowner, you should begin preparations now for an exciting emotional and financial adventure. Before you start the home-buying process, make sure you are ready to buy a home where you will live for three to five years or longer, s [...]

It isn’t often that you find a real gem. This is truly one of those rare finds. High above the crowds you’ll find this peaceful mountain retreat.  An astounding 1000’+ of hand laid stonewalls provides a glimpse into the incredible pride of ownership you see as you enter along the private drive up to its breathtaking [...]