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2010
By STAFF on 1/4/2010Welcome 2010. What will the new year bring? How will the real estate market play out in the greater seacoast of New Hampshire and Maine? Is this the right time to buy or sell real estate?
These questions are asked on an annual basis.
Indicators are out there that the market is improving and that government incentives have assisted the improvement of the market. There are incentives for first time buyers and for property owners who transact business by purchasing and selling.
Most importantly to many the mortgage interest rates remain very low from an historical perspective. This appears to be the largest risk factor, if rates stay low the market is expected to steadily improve, it they climb it could cool an already soft market before it has a chance to warm up.
Stay tuned!
Real Estate in the News
By STAFF on 12/22/2009Much of the press recently is that the real estate market is improving. The volume of transactions are up from this time last year while the average selling prices are down. The local market appears to be stabalizing with a typical New England seasonal impact taking hold. If it is snowy and really cold some prospective buyers will postpone their search for their next home. Those buyers that are willing to brave the snow, ice and cold will find a bundle of federal tax credits, low interest mortgages and attractively purchased homes awaiting for them. This is a very good time to make a purchase and there is inventory to choose from for the particular buyer who "knows what they like". Happy house hunting.
Real Living Real Estate
By PRESS RELEASE on 11/11/2009A major real estate brokerage company merger gives GMAC Real Estate a new name while expanding the Real Living real estate brand and growing the U.S. operations of Canada-based Brookfield Residential Property Services.
The merger of GMAC Real Estate and Real Living, which will operate under the Real Living name and under parent company Brookfield, represents the second sizable U.S. expansion of Brookfield operations in the past two years.
Brookfield -- which is based in Toronto and operates the Royal LePage and others brands in Canada -- entered into a deal to purchase GMAC Home Services LLC, including its real estate brokerage operations, in September 2009 (see story).
Financial terms of the latest deal were not announced.
Harley E. Rouda Jr. -- son of Real Living's founder, who established his first brokerage company, HER Realtors, in the basement of his home in 1956 -- will lead the merged company as president. Real Living was established in 2002.
The joining of Real Living's roughly 2,000 agents and 130 offices with GMAC Real Estate will give the merged Real Living operations about 10,000 agents and 600 offices, and an annual sales volume estimated at about $20 billion, according to a company announcement today.
That brings the Brookfield total to about 30,000 sales associates across North America, with about $50 billion in annual sales.
Graham Badun, Brookfield RPS' managing partner and chief executive officer, told Inman News in June that GMAC Real Estate was seeking a new executive to run the firm and also seeking a new name.
Badun had taken on a dual role as GMAC Real Estate interim president in June, when former GMAC Real Estate President and CEO John Bearden stepped down.
GMAC Real Estate sold off all of its corporate-owned brokerage offices across the country after its acquisition by Brookfield, culminating with the sale of Chicago-based luxury brokerage Koenig & Strey GMAC Real Estate to HomeServices of America Inc. that was announced in September.
In the 2009 Real Trends 500 list, based on an annual U.S. brokerage company survey, GMAC Real Estate's company-owned operations had ranked fifth in the nation based on sales volume, and 12th based on closed transaction sides. ...CONTINUED
Badun said in a statement, "We explored a number of options, including creating an entirely new brand from the ground up, but our customer feedback and research kept leading us back to Real Living. Both companies share many of the same core values and combined will be part of a bigger, stronger network," he said.
He also stated, "We look forward to further expanding the size of our network by adding new franchisees that are truly looking for something fresh and different, and we are excited about the opportunity to take the brand to new markets internationally."
Harley Rouda Jr. said that Real Living had operated in about 20 states, while GMAC Real Estate had operations in 46 states.
While there is some overlap in the companies' operations, such as in the markets of Orlando, Fla.; Chicago; and Dayton, Ohio, Rouda said there "is not a significant amount," and that those areas represent an increase in overall market share for the brand.
And it's up to individual franchisees to determine whether it makes sense to consolidate operations if the merger creates multiple Real Living offices in their market areas, he said.
Rouda said the two companies are "very fortunate (to have) matched up very well in staffing needs," though it's too early to say whether there will be any staffing cuts as a result of the merger. "We have a lot of work ahead of us," he said.
Details about the full management team are expected to be announced soon, he said.
The rebranding effort for GMAC Real Estate offices will begin immediately and could likely span several months, Rouda also said.
Two locations will now serve as the U.S. headquarters for Real Living, Rouda said -- one in Oak Brook, Ill., the site of the GMAC Real Estate's headquarters, and one in Columbus, Ohio, the site of Real Living's headquarters.
Rouda said there are plans for the franchise company to provide "better integrated services across the real estate platform," with franchisees individually choosing whether or not to participate in the offerings.
GMAC Real Estate had recently taken a hit with the announcement that one of its largest franchisees, Atlanta-based Metro Brokers Inc., is leaving to affiliate with another franchisor (see story).
Real Living Merges with GMAC Real Estate
By RISMEDIA on 11/11/2009Real Living Merges with GMAC Real Estate
RISMEDIA, November 11, 2009—Real Living, the real estate industry’s first consumer lifestyle brand, and GMAC Real Estate today announced they are merging to become one of America’s leading residential real estate franchises with more than $20 billion in annual home sales.
“We begin today,” said Real Living CEO & Managing Partner Harley J. Rouda Jr., who will stay on as president of the newly combined operations. “We have 10,000 agents on the GMAC side that will begin to convert to Real Living.”
The move was set in motion late last year when Brookfield Residential Property Services (Brookfield RPS), a division of Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (Brookfield), acquired GMAC Real Estate. Earlier this month, Brookfield RPS acquired Real Living Network Services, a subsidiary of Real Living Inc., and as a result will now rebrand GMAC Real Estate as Real Living.
“Basically the Real Living branding will remain the same,” said Rouda. “GMAC went through the process of looking at key franchises to get a sense of what they were looking for in their ideal brand. From characteristics, to identity, to value proposition, the process dovetailed into us.”
“In Real Living, we found the ideal partner and brand for what we are hoping to accomplish with our real estate operations, which we are committed to building even further,” said Graham Badun, managing partner & CEO of Brookfield Residential Property Services. “We explored a number of options, including creating an entirely new brand from the ground up, but our customer feedback and research kept leading us back to Real Living. Both companies share many of the same core values and combined will be part of a bigger, stronger network of brokers and sales professionals.”
“The Real Living Network is now poised for growth,” added Rouda. “We are looking forward to bringing new technology and the Real Living branding platform to the GMAC franchisees to help grow individual franchises.”
Added Badun, “We are thrilled to have Real Living as our flagship U.S. real estate brand, and welcome Real Living’s 2,000 brokers and sales associates into Brookfield RPS’ North American real estate network of almost 30,000 real estate professionals. We look forward to further expanding the size of our network by adding new franchisees that are truly looking for something fresh and different, and we are excited about the opportunity to take the brand to new markets internationally. Adopting and expanding an already established and respected brand will benefit the entire GMAC Real Estate network of brokers and sales professionals from day one.”
Real Living was founded in 2002 and the company has grown to become one of the nation’s premier real estate companies and brands. Its technology platform has been recognized by Inman News as one of the best in the industry, the company has been named “Most Promising New National Brand” by The Swanepoel TRENDS Report, and Entrepreneur Magazine listed Real Living as one of the Top 50 New Franchises.
“We brought a truly fresh approach to the industry earlier this decade when we launched Real Living as the first-ever consumer lifestyle real estate brand, and we will continue to do so by bringing new programs, services, support, training and technology, to our brokers and sales professionals,” Rouda, Jr. said.
“There is an incredible need for a broker and agent-centric brand that is consumer-focused, yet managed by an experienced team that understands real estate. Combined, Real Living and GMAC Real Estate have that team as well as a truly differentiated brand,” he said.
Brokers and sales professionals looking for more information on the launch and rollout of the Real Living brand can click www.realliving.com for more about the announcement. Company executives will also be available at this week’s annual NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Conference & Expo in San Diego.
RISMedia welcomes your questions and comments. Send your e-mail to: realestatemagazinefeedback@rismedia.com.
Read more: http://rismedia.com/2009-11-11/real-living-merges-with-gmac-real-estate/#ixzz0WZs9mZJU
Real Living Real Estate, article The Plain Dealer
By STAFF on 11/11/2009Real Estate
By Michelle Jarboe, The Plain Dealer
November 11, 2009, 12:35PM
COLUMBUS -- Real estate company Real Living and GMAC Real Estate are merging to form one of the country's largest real estate franchises, under the Real Living name.
Brookfield Residential Property Services, a division of Brookfield Asset Management Inc. of Canada, acquired GMAC Real Estate last year and bought Real Living Network Services this month.
GMAC has nearly 17,000 sales associates in the United States and Canada. Real Living has 2,000 brokers and sales associates. The combined company will be led by Harley E. Rouda, Jr., of Real Living and is expected to have more than $20 billion in annual home sales, according to a news release.
GMAC has several offices in Northeast Ohio. Real Living left the region last year, when it sold the former Realty One to Howard Hanna Real Estate Services of Pittsburgh.
GMAC Real Estate Merges with Real Living
By GRAHAM BADUN, MANAGING PARTNER & CEO, BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY SERVICES on 11/11/2009|
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Date: November 11, 2009
To: GMAC Real Estate Sales Associates
From: Graham Badun, Managing Partner & CEO, Brookfield Residential Property Services
Re: GMAC Real Estate to be Re-branded ‘Real Living’
I am very pleased to let you know that Brookfield Residential Property Services has acquired Real Living Network Services, and as a result will now rebrand GMAC Real Estate as Real Living.
Real Living is a national, award winning company known for its innovation, customer service and track record of attracting results-driven brokers and sales professionals, along with a culture of partnership and collaboration. It brings a suite of innovative marketing tools, relevant training and a technology platform that when brought together with key GMAC Real Estate services like Premier Service, will position us for success for many years to come.
I am also excited to let you know that as a result of this acquisition, we are welcoming an additional 2,000 Real Living brokers and sales associates into our North American real estate network of almost 30,000 real estate professionals. By merging GMAC Real Estate and Real Living, under the Real Living brand, we are creating a very solid real estate brand that will become the foundation for future growth opportunities across the U.S. and into new markets internationally.
The Real Living acquisition is the culmination of several months work and satisfies all that we were looking for through the rebranding process. We considered many options including developing a brand from scratch and the Brand and Transition Councils were instrumental in guiding our thinking and reflecting the broad interests of our entire company. As well, our research pointed us toward creating a company that has great services to help you be more successful and a differentiated culture and brand promise that positions us to stand out from, and above, the competition. With this acquisition, we can take the best from what we have in our existing business, such as Premier Service, and combine it with the best that Real Living has to offer; allowing us to take advantage of the opportunity identified in our research and deliver a brand that meets your needs.
I am also pleased to announce the appointment of Real Living’s Harley Rouda, Jr., a long-time real estate industry broker, owner, operator and franchisor, as President of the newly combined operations. We believe that under Harley’s leadership, and with our solid, combined management team, the guidance of our Advisory Board which is chaired by Dick Schlott, and strong, successful brokers and sales professionals on the frontlines delivering exceptional customer service, we have a winning team with a proven track record for success.
We realize that you may have a number of questions about the new brand and transition, and we want to make it easy for you to get the answers you need. Accordingly, we are making available in the News > Transition News section of gmacmembers.com, a number of informational pieces including the Press Release, Sales Associate Q&A, Talking Points, Real Living Fact Sheet and a biography on Harley Rouda. Also included will be materials, such as a new video, and client and vendor letter templates, that will help you to communicate this great news to your clients, prospects and vendors. If this information does not provide answers to all of your questions, please speak to your broker or manager, or alternatively, contact the Real Living Help Desk at 866-208-6050. And, as always, we will continue to communicate with you on a regular basis.
Kindly direct all media enquiries to Hugh Siler, Siler & Company PR at 949-646-6966 or hugh@silerpr.com.
On a final note, it has been my pleasure to serve you as Interim President of GMAC Real Estate over the last few months, and to get to know many of you personally. I will return to my role as CEO of Brookfield Residential Property Services (the parent company to our real estate and relocation operations) and will remain closely involved throughout the transition and integration of Real Living. Thank you all for your commitment to GMAC Real Estate and your untiring service to our industry and clients. I hope you join in my excitement about our future, as we begin this great, new chapter for our company.
Graham Badun,
Managing Partner & CEO
Brookfield Residential Property Services
Articles above have been provided by the listed author immediately following the article. For additional resources and information to the authors, please visit the following sites.
Resource Links:
Bill Fields All Star Coaching Program: http://www.AllStarCoaching.net
GreatWest GMAC Search all MLS Listings: http://www.LocalHomeLink.com
GreatWest GMAC Consumer Buyer/Seller Blog: http://www.GreatWestBlog.com
T. Sami Siddiqui (Broker/ Owner) Buzz About Sacramento Blog: http://www.samisiddiquiblog.com
Brodie Stephens (Executive Vice President) One Stop Blog: http://www.brodiestephensblog.com
GreatWest Podcasts- Weekly Updates on new REO, Short Sale, Bank Owned Foreclosure Listings: http://www.HouseTalkOnline.com
GreatWest Videos: http://www.youtube.com/brodiestephens
Facebook Brodie Stephens Profile Page: http://www.facebook.com/brodiestephens
Facebook GreatWest Profile Page: http://www.facebook.com/searchmlshomesforsale
MySpace Brodie Stephens Blog: http://www.myspace.com/brodiestephens
MySpace GreatWest Blog: http://www.myspace.com/greatwest
Picasa Web Album: http://picasaweb.google.com/brodiestephens
GreatWest Real Estate Careers- GMAC is looking for Professional Realtors to Join Us: http://www.CareersWithUs.com
Global Employee Relocation: http://www.employeerelocation.blogspot.com
Apply for a Loan: http://www.choice1funding.com
ActiveRain Blog Brodie http://activerain.com/blogs/brodiestephens
ActiveRain Blog Company http://activerain.com/blogs/greatwestgmac
Sacbee http://www.sacbee.com
Company WordPress Site http://www.thehomeholders.com
Real Living http://www.realliving.com
Real Living, Lifestyle Real Estate Brand
By PRESS RELEASE on 11/11/2009Real Living, the Nation’s First Consumer Lifestyle Real Estate Brand, is about to Get Bigger – Much Bigger
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Real Living ( www.realliving.com : 
), the real estate industry’s first consumer lifestyle brand, and GMAC Real Estate ( www.gmacrealestate.com : ) today announced they are merging to become one of America’s leading residential real estate franchises with more than $20 billion in annual home sales.
The move was set in motion late last year when Brookfield Residential Property
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Columbus, Ohio-based Real Living is a national award-winning brand known for its innovation, customer service and track record of attracting results-driven brokers and sales professionals, along with a culture of partnership and collaboration within its network.
“In Real Living, we found the ideal partner and brand for what we are hoping to accomplish with our real estate operations, which we are committed to building even further,” said Graham Badun, Managing Partner & CEO of Brookfield Residential Property Services. “We explored a number of options, including creating an entirely new brand from the ground up, but our customer feedback and research kept leading us back to Real Living. Both companies share many of the same core values and combined will be part of a bigger, stronger network of brokers and sales professionals.”
Badun added, “We are thrilled to have Real Living as our flagship U.S.
real estate brand, and welcome Real Living’s 2,000 brokers and sales associates into Brookfield RPS’ North American real estate network of almost 30,000 real estate professionals. We look forward to further expanding the size of our network by adding new franchisees that are truly looking for something fresh and different, and we are excited about the opportunity to take the brand to new markets internationally.
Adopting and expanding an already established and respected brand will benefit the entire GMAC Real Estate network of brokers and sales professionals from day one,” he said.
Badun also announced the appointment of Real Living’s Harley E. Rouda, Jr., a longtime real estate industry broker, owner, operator and franchisor, as President of the newly combined operations.
Real Living was founded in 2002 and the company has grown to become one of the nation’s premier real estate companies and brands. Its technology platform has been recognized by Inman News as one of the best in the industry, the company has been named “Most Promising New National Brand” by The Swanepoel TRENDS Report, and Entrepreneur Magazine listed Real Living as one of the Top 50 New Franchises.
“We brought a truly fresh approach to the industry earlier this decade when we launched Real Living as the first-ever consumer lifestyle real estate brand, and we will continue to do so by bringing new programs, services, support, training and technology, to our brokers and sales professionals,” Rouda, Jr. said.
“There is an incredible need for a broker and agent-centric brand that is consumer-focused, yet managed by an experienced team that understands real estate. Combined, Real Living and GMAC Real Estate have that team as well as a truly differentiated brand,” he said.
Brokers and sales professionals looking for more information on the launch and rollout of the Real Living brand can click www.realliving.com :
for more about the announcement. Company executives will also be available at this week’s annual NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Conference & Expo in San Diego.About Real Living
Real Living is a full-service real estate company with a comprehensive and integrated suite of resources and services for franchisees, sales professionals, and consumers. Real Living was named one of the best new franchisors by Entrepreneur magazine. The firm also won the Inman Innovator Award and was named the most promising new national brand by the Swanepoel TRENDS Report. For more information, visit www.realliving.com :
About GMAC Real Estate
GMAC Real Estate is one of the industry’s leading real estate firms with offices throughout the United States, Canada and Portugal. The company’s unique service delivery model, Premier Service®, has earned it a national Customer Satisfaction Rating of 95% since its inception in 2002 – the best in the industry. For more information, visit www.gmacrealestate.com :
About Brookfield Residential Property Services
Brookfield Residential Property Services is a division of Brookfield Asset Management Inc., a global asset manager focused on property, power and infrastructure assets. Brookfield has approximately USD $90 billion of assets under management and is co-listed on the New York and Toronto Stock Exchanges under the symbol BAM and on NYSE Euronext under the symbol BAMA. Brookfield Residential Property Services was named in the 2009 Swanepoel TRENDS Report as the number one real estate trendsetter in 2008. For more information, visit www.brookfieldrps.com :
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Lobster Bake Thursday
By STAFF on 9/23/2009
Lobster bake and cookout is 5PM, Thursday, September 24, 2009.
Contact us about our upcoming fifth lobster bake! We like to eat lobster, we hope you do too. In appreciation of our continued support by the community we are hosting a lobster bake (leave the cooking to us) at The Victoria Inn at Hampton on High Street.
We hope to see you there.
Saunders still in play
By STAFF on 9/22/2009Attorney's Loughlin and Phoenix on behalf of the Rye Harbor Realty LLC (Jim Nadeau) and the Saunders Trust filed a Motion for Rehearing for the Property at 160-175 Harbor Rd (The Saunders Property) to the Rye Zoning Board (ZBA). This puts the application for site development and future construction of condos' on the Saunders property back into play.
News provided by the Save Rye Harbor group.
Richard Seymore
By AARON E BROWN on 9/8/2009The New England Patriots let Richard Seymore go on Sunday to the Raiders for a 2011 First Round Pick. There is a lot of talk about the pros and cons of this trade. I for one believe Seymore would have left after next season (free agency) and a first round pick was tremendous value for him. This move hurts the team on the field this season, but ensures they will be able to continue to reload their roster in the future. Two thubs up from me.
Rye Harbor, NH
By STAFF on 8/21/2009- Surfers, rescue crew on guard as hurricane set to pass by N.H. coast - 8/20/2009
- Single White Vampire: Alexander Skarsgard of ‘True Blood' wants family - 8/20/2009
- UNH women eager for Fenway game - 8/20/2009
- Angry truck driver is banned from Portsmouth port - 8/21/2009
- Alleged drinking party hosts to be arraigned - 8/20/2009
- 2 bodies discovered in burning car in Maine - 8/20/2009
NH Transfer Tax
By STAFF on 8/13/2009
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This can be helpful when doing research at the registry. It can be used to determine selling price by calculating the transfer tax divided by the factor.
Town of Hampton NH Transfer Station
By STAFF on 8/13/2009Transfer Station Email: mrichardson@town.hampton.nh.us Public Works Phone: 603-926-4402
Mon., Wed. & Fri. 8 AM – 3 PM, Thu. 12 PM – 3 PM,
Sat. & Sun. 8 AM – 3 PM
One of the benefits of residing in Hampton is the use of the transfer station, considered to be one of the best in the State of New Hampshire.
Home Rewards
By STAFF on 8/5/2009
We are kicking off the renewal of our business networking program. This is called home rewards and the concept is simple. In our industry we rely on and must depend on other professionals in related fields. We look to ensure that our customers and clients are going to be properly taken care of by those who we refer business to. In addition, we request that our preferred service providers offer some kind of discount, additional benefit or added guarantee to the customer or client.
Atrio Properties GMAC Real Estate has been in existence for twenty four years. We are here to service the community and wish to further strengthen the value that we add to our customers and clients.
If you wish to join our program contact Aaron Brown for details.
Save Rye Harbor
By STAFF on 8/3/2009Rye harbor debate is heating up with the weather. It appears that the grass routes, local and area opposition is gaining traction in regards to the proposed residential condominium development. The strength of the opposition position appears to be sentiment, preserving the harbor for the future, number of variances granted to accomplish the project and a gathering storm of increased interest in what happens at the location. There is a pamphlet circulating in this regards that has been printed out distributed and I believe is on its second print run.
Stay tuned or check it out and get informed.
Cash for clunkers
By STAFF on 8/2/2009Another stimulus program for the auto industry sponsored by the government. Unless they are printing new money (which devalues money in circulation) they are taxing someone to make this type of offer. Rather than let the marketplace determine value, settle out and rebuild from a new bottom in a stronger position.
State of NH now does not need to show proof of insurance to be elidgible anymore (as of this week) as the state does not require insurance. I have a close family member who was denied the program because of the insurance issue, went forward on a deal anyway and now would have qualified; too late. This may be what the dealerships, government and those manufacturing vehicles are hoping for. There seems to be a lot of confusion over what it takes to qualify and the deals getting done; at least in the local market.
NH Ranks Healthiest for Youth
By STAFF on 7/30/2009Reading the Portsmouth Herald yesterday a very interesting report came out.
In the Annie E. Casey Foundation's annual Kids Count report, New Hampshire was declared the top state for the fifth year in a row, while Maine was 12th. The report uses 10 different measures to determine the general well-being of children in all 50 states.
The link to the Annie E Casey Foundation website is http://www.aecf.org/ .
Taken from the site:
Information for Media
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about the Foundation.
The Annie E. Casey Foundation, located in Baltimore, Maryland, is the 17th largest private foundation in the United States with assets of more than $2.3 billion. We rank 24th in the nation for charitable giving. Established in 1948 by Jim Casey, founder of UPS, the Foundation is the world’s largest philanthropy dedicated to improving the lives of disadvantaged children.
The primary mission of the Annie E. Casey Foundation is to foster public policies, human-service reforms, and community supports that more effectively meet the needs of today’s vulnerable children and families.
Families First Yard Sale Tallying
By STAFF on 7/19/2009
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The Atrio Properties and Market Square Mortgage fourth annual yard sale to benefit Families First raised $1060 and counting. There are two valuable items that were dropped off that are being auctioned on ebay that will add to the total. Special thanks to Charlene Macdonald and husband Steve Macdonald, Becky Lufkin, Marianne Gearin, Gloria Esposito, Aaron Brown, and Emily Bailey from Families First and her volunteers. Great job!
Families First Yard Sale update from the front
By STAFF on 7/18/2009
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This rainy overcast morning Steve and Charlene Macdonald, Becky Lufkin and Aaron Brown made it to the office to start unloading the donations. Our first customer arrived around 6:30AM; a woman we all know well from the past. Marianne Gearin soon joined us to whip people into shape as only she can do. Emily Bailey from Families First was welcomed around 8:30AM and gave the news that additional volunteers should be arriving late morning as requested. Gloria Esposito snuck in to lend a hand on her eighteenth wedding anniversary! So far people are spending but are grooming and looking for treasures. There are some wonderful items given by the community; stop by and buy. |
Sports Talk
By AARON E BROWN on 7/9/2009
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Danny Ainge has done it again. Okay so this is me being a carry over Celtics fan from the Bird days. It is exciting news about Rasheed Wallace joining the team; I expect to see them at least in the Eastern Conference Finals against the Cleveland Cavs and probably making the finals (against The Spurs?). Garnett's health is probably still the key but this is a big move for the team. Go Celts! |
Home Buyers Seminar July 30th
By STAFF on 7/7/2009
It is the time to buy (or at least start the process).
We are hosting a Home Buyers Seminar Thursday July 30th.
Who? Geared to first time home buyers and their family
Where? At the Victoria Inn in Hampton (430 High St) 603.929.1437
When? 6PM to 7PM followed by a question and answer session.
What? Speakers are Aaron E Brown (real estate purchasing process), Sarah Wilkinson (ins and outs of the $8000 tax credit and legal issues), and Derek Scott (financing and loan process)
How? There is still time to register, call 603.929.0956 or 603.433.1555 to RSVP
Families First Yard Sale
By STAFF on 7/6/2009Atrio Properties and Market Square Mortgage Host and Sponsor
Families First Benefit Yard Sale
July 18, 2009 at 725 Portsmouth Avenue, Greeland, NH
8AM to 2PM
Now accepting donations (drop them off or call for pick up). You receive a charitable contribution tax benefit with the donation of your personal items. All proceeds to benefit Families First of the Seacoast (based out of Portsmouth, NH).
Help us support this wonderful service organization.
Fourth of July
By AARON E BROWN on 7/3/2009
Happy Fourth of July!
The celebration of our nations independence day is here. While our country is at war it is important that we all give thanks for the freedom we are all able to enjoy because of the sacrifice of others and those that have come before us.
One of my favorite traditions is to enjoy the fireworks over the Charles River in Boston, MA and listen to The Boston Pops. This has become a internationally known activity and is very patriotic in nature.
Have a safe and happy holiday.
Home Buyer Seminar
By AARON E BROWN on 6/24/2009It is on! We are hosting a Home Buyers Seminar Thursday June 25th.
Who? Geared to first time home buyers and their family
Where? At the Atrio Properties GMAC Real Estate Office: 153 Lafayette Rd, Hampton Falls, NH
When? 6PM to 7PM followed by a question and answer session.
What? Speakers are Aaron E Brown (real estate purchasing process), Sarah Wilkinson (ins and outs of the $8000 tax credit and legal issues), and Derek Scott (financing and loan process)
How? There is still time to register, call 603.929.0956 or 603.433.1555 to RSVP
What is going on in the market?
By AARON E BROWN on 6/24/2009.jpg)
Homes for sale or should we all be buying arcs? Start collecting your animals two by two...
Current events in the seacoast; mortgage rates have creeped up nationally, there are some exciting purchasing opportunities for buyers looking to build some sweat equity, for sellers pricing their property accurately remains a critical element to successfully selling their home.
We have two transactions that recently came together with the properties being on the market less than two weeks. The formula has been a well thought out and executed marketing plan, taking care of maintenance issues prior to listing the property, pricing the property aggressively and responsiveness to customer inquiries.
Saunders at Rye Harbor
By AARON E BROWN on 6/23/2009.jpeg)
Well it looks like this landmark restaurant will be razed and replaced by residential condominiums. With the state of the marketplace one would think that having a commercial property there versus more available residential units would be viable. It will be disappointing to see one of the best restaurant locations in the seacoast of New Hampshire disappear ~ just one man's opinion.
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