If you are looking for a starter home or an inexpensive vacation condo with low maintenance fees and an extremely convenient location, consider #10 Bear Puddin Lane in North Conway. It’s spacious and very well maintained with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. There is a wood stove, a deck facing the abutting woods, and a storage unit at street level offering an extremely convenient way to lock your things up without having to carry them up or down stairs. Just a 2 minute walk to the trails at Puddin’ Pond conservation area and a 10 minute walk to North Conway village, this is one of the most affordable and carefree places to own in North Conway.

For more information or to schedule a showing contact Josh at Pinkham Real Estate. With low rates, low fees and low prices, this is a great time to buy.

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Kyla Brustin is a realtor/owner here at Pinkham Real Estate. She works as both a buyer agent and a listing agent, and she also spends a lot of time keeping the technological side of the business up to date. She is the subject of this week’s Pinkham Profile.

What town do you live in?  North Conway NH

What are your favorite spots in the valley?  The banks of the Saco River, the top of Wildcat looking at Mt Washington, our backyard on a sunny afternoon

What’s your favorite place to eat?  Taste of Thai, Hooligan’s, The Oxford House (in Fryeburg, Maine), Flatbread Pizza

What do you do when you’re not selling real estate?   Lots of sports: running, hiking, snowboarding, snowshoeing, boxing; I also love to cook, work in the garden and travel with my husband

What is one thing about this area that anyone buying here should know?   Mt Washington Valley is surrounded by national forest which means that all of the beautiful views you see as you drive around will not be sullied by development and sprawl. The area’s residents are extremely diverse and interesting and as a result there’s always something to do: in other words, this is not your average ski town.

Anything else we should know about you? Being an owner of the business and being married to a fellow realtor, real estate is a huge part of my life. Real estate is a constant topic of conversation at work, at home and even socially. I always make my best effort to be available to clients, and I am happy to do whatever I can to ensure that things go as smoothly as possible. I also like to think that I have a good sense of humor!

Contact Kyla at Pinkham Real Estate today to start the home buying or selling process.

Looking for a long term or seasonal rental who can also help you buy a home when you’re ready? Learn more about Pinkham’s long term and seasonal rental specialist, Ben Wall. He is the subject of this week’s Pinkham Profile.

What town do you live in?  North Conway NH

What are your favorite spots in the valley?  Black Cap (especially if, like me, you are going with young hikers) and Kearsarge (a harder hike but the view from the fire tower is a great reward)

What’s your favorite place to eat?  Delaney’s Hole in the Wall

What do you do when you’re not selling real estate?   Golf, hiking, coaching my twins’ baseball team (this is their first year in the Cal Ripken league), spending time with my family

What is one thing about this area that anyone buying here should know?   The Valley’s natural resources (the Saco River, the White Mountains) offer not only natural beauty but also an inexpensive opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. The abundance of things to do, coupled with great accommodations, food and shopping, make Mount Washington Valley stand out as a year round destination.

Anything else we should know about you? If you are relocating to the area and looking for things to do outside of work, I can be a great reference for fun things to do for adults. I played men’s softball for 10+ years, basketball for 5, and I have been playing on a golf team for over a decade. There really is a lot going on here-and not just during ski season!

To talk more about rentals, real estate buying or selling, or the goings on in Mount Washington Valley, contact Ben at 800-322-6921 x15 or ben@pinkhamrealestate.com.

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest decisions you can make in life. It’s important that the person who you work with is someone who understands your goals and who you can rely on to guide you, especially if there are bumps in the road. Our new blog series, Pinkham Profiles, is another way for you to learn more about us as you look for a REALTOR®. This week we focus on Greydon Turner, our commercial and residential real estate specialist.

What town do you live in?  East Conway NH

What are your favorite spots in the valley?  Conway Lake and the mountain bike trails behind the North South Road

What’s your favorite place to eat?  Black Cap Grille and the deck of my boat on Conway Lake.

 What do you do when you’re not selling real estate?   Pursue entrepreneurial ideas. Ride my bike. Organize my yarn drawer. Improve my house. Tease my children.

What is one thing about this area that anyone buying here should know?   There is opportunity. The commercial space available is still inexpensive and there is slowly more activity coming back to the strip. Now is a good time to capitalize on the vacant spots. As the economy in other parts of the country is improving ours will follow and now is the time to position your business.

Anything else we should know about you?  I am available to discuss anything about the area. I have extensive business experience and contacts in the area. I can offer some insight that other agents may lack because I am still very involved in the business community. My other activities, like serving on the municipal budget committee and volunteering at the local schools keep me up to date on local issues that may be important to prospective buyers and sellers.

To speak with Greydon, give him a call on his cell (603) 387-6081, at the office (800) 322-6921 or send him an email (greydon@pinkhamrealestate.com). He will be happy to hear from you.

CNN real estate news released an article today stating that vacation and investment home sales increased 64.5% from 2010 to 2011. The change is attributed in part to the fact that in a number of second home markets, the price of buying is equal to or less than the price of renting on a frequent basis. This undoubtedly applies to real estate here in North Conway, Bartlett, Jackson, and Madison.

284 Kearsarge Road North Conway village

Are you a frequent visitor to the White Mountains? Do you stay in hotels, rent a condo or have a membership in a ski club? Are you spending money on eating and drinking in restaurants and hauling ski, hiking, climbing and other gear back and forth between here and home? If you  have answered yes to any of those questions, you might want to consider a change in the way you vacation in Mt Washington Valley.

With prices and interest rates at incredibly low levels, there is a great selection of homes and condos available here, even if your budget is not tremendous. What’s more, instead of throwing your money away on a hotel, paying a mortgage on your own home or condo will lead you to owning an asset. In the short term, the interest (small though it is) is deductible on your taxes.

If you have considered making the transition from weekend hotel guest to Valley resident, we invite you to contact us. We look forward to helping you change the way you stay in Mt Washington Valley!

This property is a great investment located in Jackson NH. It is a well established breakfast and lunch place that has become a part of the history of the town. Locals and tourists agree that Yesterdays offers great food in a clean and comfortable atmosphere with good service. Unpretentious and friendly, the waitstaff makes you feel at home and the cooks prepare tried and true recipes that have been heralded in publications like Yankee magazine.

This business generates a strong profit each year and the owner receives a good compensation package. Upstairs is a cozy but airy three bedroom apartment and outside deck. Financials are available for review and showings can arranged with a little notice. The purchase includes all the equipment, property and business. The owner is willing to sign a non-compete agreement and will work out arrangements for training.

For more information on this property please call Greydon Turner at 603 387 6081 or email at greydon@pinkhamrealestate.com.

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snow melting to mud

homes show endless potential

time to buy is now

interest rates low

behold a great time to buy

MWV is home

Okay, so I’m not known for my Haiku prowess, but the message is fairly clear…it’s a great time to by!  Interest rates are still hovering at historical lows.  Add to this a housing market that is still offering great value, and you have the recipe for a perfect buying opportunity!  It’s almost a given (once we get past the Mayan Calendar hiccup) that interest rates will begin to rebound leaving some with the “if only I had…” lament.  Don’t let this be you!  We have agents well versed in mud travel and willing to get dirty day or night, dawn to dusk.  Give us a call today and let our knowledgeable agents help you navigate through the mud– and home buying process! If you enjoy lousy Haiku, and would like to speak with an agent that has been a Valley resident for over 30 years, give Ben a call at Pinkham Real Estate (office: 603/356-5425, cell: 603/520-7807.  Our office is located in the scenic village of N. Conway, across from the North Conway Community Center playground. Email me at ben@pinkhamrealestate.com!

There are a number of commercial opportunities in our area. Some investments are rather substantial and out of reach for most but there are a few smaller options that offer large potential rewards. One such business is listed here and absolutely is worth examining.

Bagels Plus is a thriving part of the community with a track record of success that spans twenty years. The shop is clean and comfortable and has a very loyal following. The current owner is ready for a new challenge and would like to find someone who would like to own a very special place in North Conway NH. There is a large potential for increased profitability through updating the drink and beverage category and expanding the wholesale business. Click the link below to find out more or contact me directly at 603 387 6081 or greydon@pinkhamrealestate.com.

http://www.nnerenmls.com/nne/maildoc/tur0605_1331725852-Mar-14-2012-7_50_52am.html

Why should you get pre-approved for financing before you start looking for a home, condo or parcel of land in North Conway, Conway, Bartlett, Jackson or Madison, NH?

• Getting pre-approved allows you to shop for a home realistically. Buyers who are pre-approved know how much they can spend which saves time and energy by preventing them from looking at homes outside their price range.
• Getting pre-approved means starting your real estate search with an education. During the pre-approval process, your lender will explain how down payments, taxes, association fees and other expenses related to a property affect the amount you can pay each month on a mortgage.
• Getting pre-approved puts you in a better position to lock in a favorable interest rate. If your lender has your financial information in advance it will be easier to lock in when rates are at their lowest.
• Getting pre-approved makes you more desirable to a seller. If a seller sees that you have already done the work of talking to a lender, they will know that you are serious about making a purchase.
• Finally, getting pre-approved will give you peace of mind. Knowing that you are ready to buy and having a budget means that all you need to do now is find a home!

Pinkham Real Estate has been helping buyers get pre-approved and find homes for over 40 years now. No matter what your price range or where you live, we can help you find a lender who is responsive and helpful. If you are thinking of buying, contact us to talk about starting your home search today!

As licensed real estate professionals we provide much more than the service of helping you find your ideal home. Realtors® are experienced in arranging fair deals. We can assist in negotiating an offer, acting as a mediator to head off potential conflicts between you and the seller, and draw up a legally binding contract. We are members of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and must abide by a Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice enforced by the NAR. A professional Realtor® is your best resource when buying a home.
·    As knowledgeable Realtors® we can save you endless amounts of time, money and frustration. We will discuss your motivation to buy, and we will also discuss any time constraints you might have, your financial situation and any future plans.

·    As knowledgeable Realtors® we know the housing market inside and out and can help you avoid the “wild goose chase.” We have access to the Multiple Listing Service, which is exclusive to Realtors®.

·    As knowledgeable Realtors® we know the best lenders in the area and can help you understand the importance of being pre-approved for a mortgage. We have broad and current knowledge of the financing options to home buyers-and there are many of them. At your request, we can assist you in evaluating mortgage options and obtaining financing at the most attractive prevailing rates and terms.

·    As knowledgeable Realtors® we are an excellent source for both general and specific information about the community such as schools, churches, shopping and transportation-plus tips on home inspections and pricing.

·    As knowledgeable Realtosr® we are experienced at presenting your offer to the listing agent and can help you through the process of negotiating the best terms, including price. We can bring objectivity to the buying transaction, and we can point out the advantages and the disadvantages of a particular property.

If you are looking for a property to buy or a rental, contact us at Pinkham Real Estate today. Our team is eager to help you in your homesearch!