Buying

1 in 5 Rockingham County homes listed in 2025 never sold — 529 out of 3,229 listings failed This was a pricing problem, not a demand problem: buyers are active and 47% of sold homes went above asking Correctly-priced homes averaged 19 days to close; overpriced homes averaged 77 days and still failed 42% of failed sellers cut their price by a median of $51,000 — and still couldn't close The 2026 market...

How to Sell and Buy a Home at the Same Time   Most sellers are also buyers. And the question I hear more than almost any other is: how do I avoid being temporarily homeless between my sale and my new home's closing?   There's no single right answer — but there are four strategies worth knowing, and the right one depends on your financial position, timeline, and risk tolerance.   What Is the...

By Rob LaBrecque | Licensed REALTOR® in NH & MA | Updated March 2026. Seller disclosure in Massachusetts and New Hampshire is crucial as it addresses many anxiety-producing parts of the selling process. You know about the water that came in the basement three years ago, the addition that was never permitted, and the oil tank that was removed a decade back. Do you have to tell buyers about seller...

As we wrap up the first quarter of 2025, many people are asking where the real estate market is headed. A look at recent data points to a softening market compared to this time last year. While prices remain elevated, active inventory has climbed. So, is this the start of a market correction or just a temporary pause? More Listings, Higher Inventory One of the biggest changes this quarter is the...

Deciding whether to sell before buying depends on your finances, market conditions, and preferences. Selling first ensures you know your budget and avoid two mortgages but may require temporary housing. Buying first offers flexibility but comes with financial risk if your old home doesn’t sell quickly. In a buyer’s market, selling first is safer, while in a seller’s market, buying first can prevent delays. An experienced agent can help you choose the best strategy.