When you select a real estate agent to help you buy or sell your home, you are trusting them with one of the biggest milestones of your life. How do you know if they have what it takes to do the job right? Here are three skills you should look for in a qualified real…

If you are thinking of buying a new home, the next few months might be the perfect time. While the spring market gets the most attention, savvy buyers can take advantage of some “best-kept secrets.” There may be fewer existing homes on the market in the fall, but there are some amazing opportunities for buyers…

Imagine it is 7:00 am and you are trying to make breakfast for the kids; there are dust and dirt everywhere. It’s pouring out, and workers are coming in and out of your house with muddy boots. Your dream home feels closer to a nightmare as you deal with the stress of living in your…

Every homeowner wants their furniture to have functionality, purpose, design and quality. But before you start shopping online or spending your weekends in furniture stores, check out these 10 furniture buying tips to keep you from “wasting” money: Always measure: Don’t make this premature mistake. Also be sure to account for any windows, doors, hallways and…

Moving to a new home often means moving your children to a new school district. You may be wondering, “What are the biggest factors in choosing a school?” As former students ourselves, we may feel test scores are not everything. Research agrees! In one extensive study highlighted in a recent NPR Education article, researchers found…

When you are ready to sell your home, you want to make changes that will positively impact your sale price. Small home improvements can really pay off. Making your property more attractive for sale does not need be time-consuming or expensive. A skillful real estate agent will be able to help you manage the process.…

For those who couldn’t make our Brookfield open house, we thought a sneak peek of our Brookfield community would be both useful and fun! Here is some inspiration for designing your new home: Having “his and her” bathroom sinks means you’ll never be in each other’s way while getting ready in the morning.     …

This weekend we had a wonderful time bringing together current neighbors with future homeowners at the LaMontagne, Brookfield community open house. The event featured live entertainment by Chad Lamarsh and a deliciously catered BBQ.         There were two beautiful model homes available to tour. These homes were fully furnished by Fallon’s Furniture and the La-Z-Boy…

Do your homework when you’re selecting a neighborhood! After all, you hope to live there for a while, so figure out the pulse of the community and consider how you can contribute. Here are tips to help you cover the bases in your search: Tip: Visit during the daytime and the nighttime, as well as…

Summer has finally arrived, so it’s time for you to head out to your backyard! Everyone can appreciate the nice New Hampshire weather and soak up the warm sunshine with these outdoor entertainment ideas and household projects. Outdoor Games: Have you been eager to try something new at summer BBQs? Grab some supplies from your…

One of the first steps in building your new home is making a list of your needs, things that you absolutely must have, and a list of your wants, any features that you would like but could do without if necessary. Curious about where to begin? According to USA Today, approximately half of US home…

If you’ve watched shows like House Hunters, then you know that some people seem to prefer older homes with what they call “character.” However, they usually uncover multiple problems and realize that it’s like they’re in an episode of This Old House. To avoid all of that, consider the benefits of a new home: Let’s…