http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog Where Dreams Become Reality Thu, 08 May 2008 16:57:20 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The White mountains longest running attraction, started as "Ed Clark's Eskimo Sled Dog Ranch" The original Trading Post still offers souvenirs, but the main attraction is the Bear Show. The White Mountain Railroad offers rides to the guests as they travel through Wolfman's turf, visitors get a healthy dose of ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/05/02/80th-anniversary-of-clarks-trading-post/ A house should have curb appeal, but what exactly does that mean? It means, if a buyer drives past a house at 10 mph, the front should be alluring enough for that buyer to stop the car. If the seller has done a good job, the buyer might then ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/30/a-house-that-looks-good-will-sell/ The original Mount Washington ship was built in 1888 to cruise Lake Champain in Vermont it was named the Cheteaguay and was 203 feet long when built. A purchase price of $20,000 in the spring of 1940 was agreed upon, with the boat being dismantled and sent in 20 sections ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/28/the-ms-mount-washington/ Each year an average of 350,000 people travel from near and far to attend what has become one of the most popular events in the area. Motorcycle lovers and bike fans from all over the world crowd into a town only three square miles in size. The enjoyment of the ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/26/laconia-new-hampshires-bike-week/ An hour north of Concord New Hampshire (the Capitol of New Hampshire) you enter the White Mountains National Forest. Loon Mountain Ski resort is on the southern boundry of the White Mountains Range, North is Cannon Mountain Ski Area owned by the state, Bretton Woods at the famous Mount Washington ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/24/white-mountain/ KOA The best way to see the USA up this way, is from our KOA. With its tree-shaded, level and grassy sites, this secluded campground is an extraordinary base for exploring the White Mountains of New Hampshire and Vermont’s Green Mountains. Your hosts provide itineraries to point the way around the ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/22/camping-in-new-hampshire/ Adirondack Style homes and Condominiums under construction designed with ski home access from the new South Mountain Ski Slopes. TerraMesa Resorts formed by Macfarlan Capital Partners to manage : The Hollows, The Waters, Point West, Bear Lake Reserve and South Peak Resort at Loon Mountain. With 3 resorts in Texas, one ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/20/loon-mountains-south-peak-resort-sold-to-macfarlan-capital-partners/ Sustainable Productions is proud to present Forestjam 2008, a 3 day music festival campout celebrating music and nature in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire. Our mission is to bring you the BEST regional jam, rock and acoustic roots music in a mountain paradise while raising money to protect ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/18/sustainable-productions-is-proud-to-present-forestjam-2008/ Here are some of my favorite statements and how they apply to real estate! You never get a second chance to make a first impression. Don't go armed with comps to a listing presentation with a firm asking price in mind only to be swayed by the seller to take the ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/16/quotes-put-into-real-estate-context-a-little-humor-truth/ Fred Nold one of South Florida's leading artists... has graced Ashland, New Hampshire with his Presence. Nold enjoy bringing vitality and color to the New England landscapes. Nold recently located from New York where he was a noted "Hudson River Painter." Now this powerful colorist brings his dynamic ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/14/830/ The resort recently announced a month-long close down for spring renovations. After last year's 2.5 million dollar upgrade to the existing building plus new indoor fitness center; this latest plan calls for a mud season shut down to complete the balance of the project. The resort will continue to take ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/12/rivergreen-condo-hotel-resort/ Inconvenience is a Dealbreaker Convenience is a must if recycling programs are to be successful. When consumers have to drive across town to drop off their recyclables, they're more likely to question the impact that their individual contributions will make to the preservation of the planet. That's a long-term ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/10/recycling-begins-at-home/ The Town of Woodstock New Hampshire, First granted in 1763 was originally named "Peeling"less than 250 years later Woodstock Boasts a booming population of 1,140 (according to the latest census numbers). The above picture was taken from upper Grandview Drive in the center of Woodstock. The area offers some wonderful ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/08/a-great-place-to-live/ Armed with your down payment and your pre-approved mortgage loan, the next step is finding the house that will best meet your family's needs. With realistic expectations, patience, and plenty of research, you'll be well on your way. Once you narrow it down to the neighborhoods you like, you'll want ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/06/the-art-of-house-hunting/ The New Hampshire Advantage: One of only 2 states with no income tax or broad based sales tax, with lower living expenses come other benefits such as quality of life. The U.S. Census Bureau observed the following features of life in the Granite State; 3 years average median income (2003-2005) New ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/04/live-free-of-die/ New Hampshire won the 2008 "Safest State" award. In a report released by CQ Press out of Washington, D.C. they announced its 15th annual rankings for safest and most-dangerous states. The state of New Hampshire has the lowest murder rate in the country, and the second lowest rates of aggravated assaults and ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/04/02/granite-state-is-the-safest-place-to-live-in-the-nation/ This cabin is named for Billy the Bear Boyle a Foreman for J.E. Henry a lumber baron who once owned 100,000 acres of land and from the late 1800's until the early 1900's ran a sawmill in the area now known as the Town of Lincoln. The Pemigewasset river ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/31/818/ For homeowners aiming to sell their home and buy another, it's the classic real estate question - buy or sell first? If you sell first, you may find yourself under a tight deadline to find another house, or be forced in temporary quarters. If you buy first, you may be saddled ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/29/buy-or-sell-first/ Skilled Labor, performing their function continuously with the experience of one house completed everyday. The workers are not being asked to be plumbers, framers, finish carpenters or roofers at any given moment they do what they are trained to do and specialize in that function. Materials, the indoor computer controlled factory ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/27/the-factory-built-advantages/ 55 DEGREES 55 North Main Street, Concord, NH 603-224-7192 If you're searching for fresh, upscale, fine dining with an intimate candlelit atmosphere... your search has ended. 55 Degrees offers small plate gourmet dishes, full liquor with an upscale wine bar. CAFE LAFAYETTE North Woodstock, NH 603-745-3500 www.nhdinnertrain.com Recognized as one of the nation's premiere dinner trains, ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/25/nhs-eccentric-restaurants/ Loon Mountain epic skiing but limited property inventory! Skiing and Real estate are both holding their value, 95% National forest land 5% for all other developments. Some of the best skiing of the year can still be found, great coverage and all trails open for business. The same can be ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/23/skiing-and-real-estate-are-both-holding-their-value/ For the 4th consecutive year, New Hampshire was named the Nation’s Most Livable State by Morgan Quitno Press (author of "State Rankings 2007") “ New Hampshire does an outstanding job in a number of quality of life areas,” said Scott Morgan, president of Morgan Quitno Press. “The state has the ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/21/new-hampshire-again-nations-most-livable-state/ Alpine Lakes Real Estate of Lincoln & Campton New Hampshire has been through high and low cycles in New Hampshire before. Here are the facts that we know for sure: • New Hampshire has no state income or broad based sales tax. • More people will want to live here in the next ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/19/timing-the-real-estate-market/ If you're preparing to make the transition from renter to first-time homebuyer, you've undoubtedly been told by wide-eyed veterans of the homebuying process, "Watch out for that PMI. PMI, as in Private Mortgage Insurance. It's a fact of life for homebuyers who put down less than 20 ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/17/what-is-pmi/ I have written about this before, when young people these days get in trouble they call they’re parents to bail them out. When they grow up they buy homes, expensive cars, flat screen TV’s and get into trouble and file bankruptcy. There seems to be a sense of ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/15/humpty-dumpty-didn%e2%80%99t-have-a-net/ Ingredients • 1 or 2 Corned Beef depending on weight • 3 to 8 medium onions • 1 lb baby carrots • 1 med head of cabbage, quartered • 3 lbs of potatoes (5 lbs if you plan to make corned beef hash) Directions Place Corned Beef in a Dutch oven, cover with cold water, ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/13/corned-beef-cabbage/ There has been a surge of activity in the White Mountain's raw land category recently. I attribute it to long term family planning and some cashing out of the stock market. These buyers seam to favor the long-term stability of real estate. I see great value in ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/11/land-sales-are-hot-near-loon-mountain-resort/ If you're trying to decide between remodeling your home or moving to a new one, there's one thing you must know: the wrong decision could wind up costing you and your family tens of thousands of dollars and months of your free time. Not to mention the untold emotional stress ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/09/remodel-or-move-compare-remodeling-costs-with-moving-costs/ According to the Realtors MLS data for sales in the towns of Lincoln and Woodstock the gross number of condominium sales were down in 2007 compared to 2006. But when we add the South Peak Development (not reported in the Realtors Data), the gross number of sales is only ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/07/loon-area-real-estate-statistics-2006-compared-to-2007/ Every summer New Hampshire's ski areas roll up their sleeves, and get to work improving their resorts for guests. This summer was no different with many improvements underway across the state. Following is a list of projects in the Granite State for the 2008 winter season: Loon Mountain - ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/05/capital-improvements-underway-at-new-hampshire-ski-areas/ With the success of the first 60+ home sites sold, phase two is ready for release. For those that know the lay of the land, the new home sites (22 of them) will be near the old Loon Mountain Riding Stables. For new comers the site is west of the newly ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/03/south-peak-resort-at-loon-%e2%80%93-new-home-sites-for-sale/ The following is a press release issued by the New Hampshire Association of Realtors: For the second consecutive year, the New Hampshire residential real estate market continued a modest correction from its 2005 peak, as sales volume lagged and prices remained relatively flat throughout the state. There were 11,989 single-family homes sold ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/03/01/prices-stable-sales-decline-in-2007-nh-residential-real-estate-market/ Working in the real estate and custom building business for almost 25 years, I have seen a lot of projects succeed and a few that have failed. The failures were more often than not done by people who owned land and wanted to make a big profit by developing it. ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/28/land-developments-examine-the-plan-and-the-alternative/ Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls, and looks like work. ~ Thomas S. Edison http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/26/turning-a-house-into-a-home-can-be-the-best-work-youll-ever-do/ The latest quarterly report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) indicate that condo prices showed resiliency. With a 2% rise compared to 12 months ago. Regionally the Northeast is the best performing area -for the 3 months ending 9/30/07 - the median home price rose 3.2%. Locally, the ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/24/good-news-for-housing-markets-in-northeast/ Grilled Seafood Soup Ingredients Broth 1medium potato 1medium onion cubed 3oz portugese sausage (linguica) 1 hot cherry pepper (pastene) 1 1/4 C brown ale 2 C water 12 clams Salt and pepper to taste Directions Place potato, onion, sausage, cherry pepper, water and beer in pan. Simmer until potato is tender. Add clams, cover ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/22/chefs-receips-from-new-england-from-sunset-hill-house-sugar-hill-nh/ When we were kids we were lucky enough to have a vacation place in the White Mountains of NH. Of course, as kids we didn’t see it that way since our friends went to camps or Cape Cod and we hung out in New Hampshire and hang out with our ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/20/summer-memories-of-the-pemi-river/ "Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for long talks beside the fire; it's time for being HOME." by- Edith Sitwell http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/18/winter/ Alpine Lakes is combating that trend by reaching more potential buyers and more qualified buyers looking to purchase the type of property we are offering for sale. The days of putting ads in the paper and waiting for the phone to ring are over (although we continue to use proven ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/16/selling-white-mountain-real-estate-in-a-soft-market/ Originally, on this day unmarried women's names were put into a pot. Unmarried men would choose a name and the pair would become romantic couples for the year. These matches often resulted in marriage. Saint Valentine was considered the patron saint of betrothed couples, greetings, happy marriages, lovers & young people. ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/14/love/ You can read about marketing, sales, and advertise in a slew of books. The effective agents have lived the failures and triumphs that come with trial and error. I was working on a parcel of land my client wished to develop into a small subdivision, and later sell ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/12/overcoming-objections-the-real-%e2%80%93real-estate-story/ Nothing says "I love you" quite like whisking your partner away for a romantic weekend. New Hampshire Inns, B&B's and destination resorts offer the ideal atmosphere to escape the daily grind, relax and reconnect with one another. Whether you are stimulated by the hustle and bustle of the city or ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/10/tips-on-picking-the-perfect-inn-or-bb-for-a-romantic-escape/ I was riding up the lift with an older gentleman the other day, making small talk about the whether. I happened to say “boy we have gotten a lot of snow already this year”, to which my companion replied can I tell you a story about how the Native Americans ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/08/lots-of-snow-at-loon-mtn-this-year-but-no-fire-sales/ Activities for everyone are available in the White Mountains; consider some of these options for your next trip. • Alpine Adventures; off road tours, Zip lines and snowmobile 603-745-1919 • Cannon Mt Tramway; 80 passenger tram, Echo lake state park 603-823-8800 • Clarks Trading post; bear shows, gift shop train rides, ice cream 603-745-8913 • Flume Gorge: nature ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/06/skiing-is-not-the-only-game-in-town-other-attractions/ The New Year always turns thoughts to the new tax season and when it comes to taxes there's no place like HOME to find shelter. Your home offers a score of tax deductions and credits designed to help offset the cost of housing. Visit the Internal Revenue Service's ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/04/top-10-tax-breaks-on-your-house/ This is the view from the Tote Road Lift that connects the existing ski slopes at Loon Mountain to the South Mountain slopes. As you can see the chairs go both ways which is really neat!! http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/02/02/need-a-lift/ Forget Rednecks... If your local Dairy Queen is closed from September through May, you live in New England. If someone in a Home Depot store offers you assistance and they don't work there, you live in New England. If you've worn shorts and a parka at the same time, ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/31/heres-what-jeff-foxworthy-has-to-say-about-new-englanders/ I started skiing loon when I was 12 years old. We road the old orange gondola, were served coco by Sherman Adams as we waited in line for the (then much slower) lifts. I recall sharing the secret message over the fireplace with a first time visitor to Loon, we ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/29/loon-mountain-my-playground-for-35-years/ Centex Destination Properties is working with Loon and developing nearly 400 acres of prime real estate between the mountain and the Pemigewasset River. South Peak Resort on Loon Mountain will be an upscale, four-season mountain destination including private ski-in/ski-out and riverside custom homes and condominiums with premium amenities. Planned amenities ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/27/real-estate-development/ #1) taking a guess when you should say “I don’t Know but let me find out”. An experienced agent should know most of the answers they are asked, but when they don’t, guessing can be the undoing of a sale. This is especially true if it’s a material fact associated with ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/25/real-estate-agents-biggest-mistakes-simple-solutions/ A Manchester family of 6 whose home was destroyed in the floods of 2006 will have a new home built for them by "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition." The Voisine family lost their Manchester home during the four days of rain that flooded much of southern New Hampshire. Federal Emergency ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/23/extreme-makeover-home-edition-new-hampshire/ I know being a life-long real estate broker, I have a bias towards property as an asset. However, follow this train of thought if you would. The value of an ounce of gold is around $900.00, and I understand it is a commodity recognized internationally for trade. What makes gold ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/21/real-estate-vs-gold/ "Let go of the past and go for the future. Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you imagined." - Henry David Thoreau http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/19/the-future/ A skilled real estate professional finds the answers to today’s property questions. The most asked question today is what will it take to sell my property without taking a loss? First I would question what you intend to do after the sale. Are you planning on buying another property? Or are you ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/17/creative-real-estate-solutions/ Progressive Farmer rated Grafton County 4th in their list of the "Best Places to Live in Rural America" for 2006, citing low unemployment, a favorable cost of living, and the presence of NH's White Mountain National Forest - New Hampshire's only national forest. It’s no wonder, Grafton County is a wonderful ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/15/grafton-county-is-a-wonderful-place-to-escape-to-for-a-better-way-of-life/ Although the rain can dampen the spirit it can also make skiing fast and fun. I took my first run down the Cruiser trail, followed by the Boon run trail the width of the trails reminded me of western skiing, but the solid surface was decidedly east coast (at least today). ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/13/ski-conditions-at-south-peak/ Don't miss the Chili Chllenge at Loon. The first ever Chili Challenge held at the Village Shops Saturday, January 19, 2008 (4 pm - 6 pm) $2.00 per person for up to 10 samples. Come & taste some of the area's best chili from restaurant’s to community members! Don't forget to vote for ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/11/chili-challenge-loons-independence-weekend/ This ski house comes with birch bark accents, wood and tile floors as well as a private access trail a walk to the new high-speed quad at South Peak Resort. Designed and built by Cargill Construction Company out of Campton, New Hampshire, no exspenses were spared to create this luxury ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/09/679/ As you know, the South Peak Lincoln Express Quad is open for skiing with two new 8,000 foot groomed intermediate trails. We have over 100 owners in our community already and our first 67-homesite phase is sold out! A handful of owners are now moved into their new ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/07/get-them-before-theyre-gone/ The “ORDINANCES” or local laws enacted to control the use of a property in a given location. Many people I talk to are offended that the governing body (towns in this case) set a boundary on private citizens and impede their use and enjoyment. My answer is if zoning predates ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/05/zoning/ Migraines Migraines are headaches caused by constriction or dilation of the blood vessels in the brain. Pain generally occurs on one side of the face or head. Sufferers sometimes feel nausea and sensitivity to light or sound. Triggers include stress, hormonal fluctuations, certain types of food and weather. According to research ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/03/is-the-cold-making-you-sick/ This transaction may require you to place even more trust in the listing broker than you typically think of in selling your primary home. When your permanent address is on the market the day to day interaction between broker and client can be a live stream of information. Let’s face ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2008/01/01/listing-vacation-property-in-the-white-mountains-of-nh/ LINCOLN, N.H. Against a backdrop of more than two feet of fresh snow this week, New Hampshire's Loon Mountain officially opened its long-awaited, highly-anticipated South Peak expansion this morning. Loon Mountain General Manager Rick Kelley was joined by Boyne Resorts' President of Eastern Operations Stephen Kircher, and town and state ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/31/loon-mountain-now-offers-new-hampshires-biggest-skiing/ My favorite places to eat, drink and be merry (and some local knowledge) in the Lincoln Woodstock Valley. In No Particular order: *Woodstock Station (and brew pub) my favorite summer outdoor lunch spot, great home made beer, and can you find local flavor (code for crazy ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/29/loon-area-food-fun-restaurant-guide/ Dance the night away with all the entertainment in town! Thursdays: Woodstock Station (starting at 8:30pm) 800-321-3985 Fridays & Saturdays: Indian Head (starting at 8:00pm) 800-343-8000 Woodstock Station (starting at 9:00pm) 800-321-3985 Beacon Resort (starting at 9:00pm) 800-258-8934 http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/27/lets-dance/ The National Association of Realtors, is forecasting existing-home sales and prices to stabilize in the second quarter and rise throughout the second half of the year (reaching 5.7 million sales by the end of 2008). It’s been my experience in the second home market (vacation properties) that the season of the ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/25/list-your-property-this-winter-sell-by-the-summer/ Richard Gaylord, 2008 President of the National Association of Realtors says, “Regardless of where we are in a cycle, there are always plenty of people ready to buy and sell”. The NAR president backs up this claim with these facts: the 2007 existing-home sales surpassed those of 2002 (which ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/21/there%e2%80%99s-no-such-thing-as-a-bad-real-estate-market/ It's tangible, it's solid, it'sAmusez-vous bien sur Jeu Casino et bonne chance!Jeu Casino sur InternetAujourd'hui, gr�ce au developement technologies nouvelles et Internet, vous avez le droit de choisir parmi les variantes suivantes - de visiter un poker gratuit traditionnel ou de se faire le plaisir de jouer depuis chez ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/19/real-estate/ “The Lincoln Express Quad” will be tested by invitation today and a grand-opening ceremony will take place Friday December 21, 2007. Skiers and boarders will have the chance to ride the new chairs and ski brand new terrain before Christmas Vacation. This is an exciting time for Loon Mountain, South Peak ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/17/south-mountain-slopes-open/ We undoubtedly are going to have another beautiful white Christmas. Growing up in New Hampshire I can remember waking up to blankets of white snow covering the trees and lawns. It wasn’t unheard of to have 2 feet of snow in one storm, a little hard to get around but not ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/15/let-it-snow-let-it-snow-let-it-snow/ “Real estate remains top investment choice” reports Realtor magazine in their December issue. Despite a real estate slowdown in some areas, investment real estate remains the Number 1, sought-after asset among investors with self directed IRAs reports a survey by Guidant Financial Group. Almost 65% of all the investors who ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/13/self-directed-iras-real-estate/ Many of the more progressive towns have seen the value in allowing cluster development zoning. It works best if the area has a community or town water & sewer system, which will allow smaller lot sizes and more undeveloped parkland. The idea is to cluster the homes around a cul-de-sac ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/13/cluster-development-vs-subdivision/ "The minute you settle for less than you deserve, you get even less than you settled for." -- Maureen Dowd http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/11/dont-settle/ Take a train to the North Pole and visit Santa Claus before he departs for his around the world trip Christmas Eve. Trains leaving from the Hobo Hills in Lincoln NH, and tickets are still available. Proceeds benefit “Believe in Books Literacy Foundation”, young and not so young will enjoy ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/09/the-polar-express-rides-again/ Statewide statistics from the NH Association of REALTORS show that from January through September 2007 the average price of residential homes held fairly steady with a decline of only 1%. This is good news compared with what's happening in many other parts of the United States, where double-digit price declines ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/07/new-hampshire-real-estate-market-review/ Recently published in the Remodeling Magazine’s annual “Cost vs. Value Report” are comparisons by region for specific types of repairs and the return on these investments. In the New England states the best return on money spent when compared to several alternatives were: Wood or Composite decks in the Additions category Minor ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/05/remodel-replacement-or-additions-return-on-repairs/ Why come for just a few hours when you can experience all the best this perfect winter destination has to offer every day. The Lincoln area is New England's finest winter destination. Where else will you find two incredible ski areas within 10 minutes of each other? You can enjoy ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/03/lincoln-woodstock-franconia-nh/ I was reading a report from Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of research for the National Association of Realtors, he was talking about figures provided by the Federal Reserve Board which have consistently show the staggering difference in net worth when the government compares home owners to ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/12/01/real-estate-owners-have-greater-net-worth/ Some town's assets aren't as obvious as others. When I first moved from Concord - the Capital of NH, to Ashland - the small rural community located geographical in the center of NH (between the Lakes and Mountain Region) I thought I would have to go without some of the ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/30/a-dimond-in-the-ruff/ The Waterville Valley region is rich in year-round outdoor activities, premier seasonal events and top rated lodging/dining. Whether you are on vacation, buying a second home or a visitor to the area, you'll find the Waterville Valley region a complete vacation spot any time of the year. The White Mountain National ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/29/welcome-to-the-waterville-valley-region-of-new-hampshire/ When we were kids, going out with the family to find and cut down our Christmas Tree was one of the high points of the holiday season. I still enjoy going out and hunting for the "perfect" tree, and somehow I doubt I'll ever convert to using an artifical tree ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/28/oh-christmas-tree-oh-christmas-tree/ Exceptional value, private location (abuts State forest Land) and move-in condition. These are the key elements being offered at Alpine Village. Offering a proven on-site rental program which allows owners to make this three-level Townhouse their primary home, second home or rental income property. We are presently listing ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/27/loon-mountain-area-priced-right-real-estate/ We could learn so much from the Canterbury Shaker's. Since picnics, sleigh rides, game nights, musical entertainment and special dinners were a regular form of the Shaker's socializing can you just imagine how Christmas heightened their activities? Maybe we inherited the idea of a "Yankee Swap" from the Shakers? As ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/26/canterbury-new-hampshires-shaker-village/ We must protect ourselves and our family by learning how to be safe and calm in the event of an emergency. 1.) Make an emergency supply kit. Set aside supplies you'll need to survive 3 days. You'll need cloths sleeping bags, nonperishable food and a gallon of water per person, per day. ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/25/in-case-of-an-emergency/ Every woman has the dream of owning her own home? Unfortunately, many women believe that they can't afford the cost of a house. It's actually a lot easier than you may think. There are many individuals who mistakenly believe that they need to have money upfront, to buy a home. Most ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/24/woman-want-to-own-their-own-home/ Ski home LOCATION, Slope side LOCATION, Walk to the lift LOCATION. In other Words “location, location, location” the oldest real estate saying in the book. Many throw it around as a Buzz phrase but it’s exciting when you have a proven commodity. Look at #37 Crooked Mountain Road at South ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/23/south-peak-resort-at-loon-mountain-lincoln-nh/ I love holidays and any other reason to slow down to celebrate life. I was remembering how discouraged I felt when renting an apartment for a couple years before I bought my second house. It was frustrating enough knowing that each month I was paying $600.00 to my landlord instead ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/22/tis-the-season-to-be-thankful/ The holiday season (November -through January) is a great time to find a bargain on a home, so instead of hitting the malls, you might want to take advantage of the slower market and talk to one of our Real Estate agents. Home sales peak from spring through summer in ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/21/the-winter-is-a-good-time-to-find-home-bargains/ Life is short, so why not live it in a place as beautiful as New Hampshire. Be one of those dreamers that end up in a waterfront or mountain view home and live happily ever after. So many of our customers can tell you, "it was the best thing we've ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/20/dreams-delivered/ Packing up all your belongings can be a nightmare... a daunting task. Here are some pointers to help you quickly gain control of the situation: Getting Started Set up a table in the center of the room as a "staging area". Place your boxes and packing materials near ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/19/moving-an-easy-way-to-pack/ Wouldn't it be wonderful to spend the holidays in your NEW home? I remember buying my first home in Concord, NH, back when I was 21. We had looked at houses daily for 3 weeks until we finally found the one that met our search criteria. It was a 1,500 ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/18/home-for-the-holidays/ An example of a White Mountain real estate investment strategy as it can work for income property sellers. I had a buyer with a low basis (original purchase price) and a high return (resale price) on an apartment building he sold out of state. We made sure he qualified the ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/17/1031exchange-two-for-one-real-estate-diversity/ Everyone's idea of a dream home is as different as each of us are. That's why there is a different style house for everyone. What is your favorite? A-frame - a style of house with steeply angled sides that meet at the top in the shape of the letter A. ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/16/beauty-is-in-the-eye-of-the-beholder/ Price is the ultimate equalizer when it comes to second home properties #1) What the prior owner liked you might not like #2) Many properties in your price range share similar floor plans. So if the comparison can’t be made from the outside what are we left with to determine which property meets ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/15/price-is-the-ultimate-equalizer-when-it-comes-to-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly-property/ It was an inspiration to read the Realtor.com article "2007 Good Neighbor Awards." There was 300+ Real Estate Agents that were nominated for the Good Neighbor Awards program last year for going above and beyond to help their community. Out of the over 300 nominees there were five winners, ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/14/giving-thanks/ Here is a unique situation, exterior finished, with town water & sewer hook ups. Interior framed, insulated, and sprinklers installed, needs a buyer willing to do the sweat equity. You could own this 1,464 square foot condo as is for a little as $50/sqft (asking $73,200). The previous (expired) building permit ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/13/property-opportunity-condo-below-market-value/ It wasn't long ago that the laundry room consisted of an alcove for the washer and dryer - more often than not it located in the basement. Today, laundry rooms are for multitaskers, providing a pleasant environment not only for washing, drying and ironing clothes but also reading; surfing the ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/12/laundry-rooms-become-multipurpose-spaces/ Answer: Real Estate Would you be interested in a vacant lot with a $60/year tax bill, it has 1,350 feet of water frontage with mountain views. What if it had no building restrictions, is over 17 acres and has a dozen waterfalls and deep pools to wade in. Would it ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/11/question-if-you-had-it-all-where-would-you-put-it/ One part of the slow housing market is accelerating - the shift to green. Propelled by the promise of cutting energy costs, homeowners are investing in environmentally friendly upgrades. But is going green really worth the money? Will all those eco-friendly touches add value to your home when it's time ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/10/are-going-green-upgrades-to-your-house-really-worth-the-expense/ Great South Facing Mountain Views (HOT), overlooking an Icy Alpine River (COOL). A One Bedroom Condo with all the amenities, wonderful views and a purchase price under $150,000 (furnished). Appealing? You bet! As the Loon Mountain Resort town of Lincoln, New Hampshire, HEATS up there are still some COOL deals to ... http://www.alpinelakes.com/blog/2007/11/09/the-3-little-bears-just-right-real-estate-not-too-hot-not-too-cool/