The "Hidden Cost" of Your Next Home: Understanding Seacoast Tax Rates

When you are house hunting in the Seacoast, it is easy to focus on the listing price and the layout of the kitchen. However, there is a major factor that can swing your monthly mortgage payment by hundreds of dollars: [...]

Choosing between Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and Newburyport, Massachusetts, is a bit like choosing between a vintage Cabernet and a classic Chardonnay. Both are sophisticated, coastal, and quintessentially New England.

If you aren't much of a wine consumer, think of it this way: It is like choosing between a high-end, custom-built 4x4 and a sleek, vintage [...]

Should You Buy or Sell on the NH Seacoast Right Now? Here’s What I’m Seeing in Today’s Market

If you’ve been thinking about making a move on the NH Seacoast, you’re probably asking the same question I hear almost every day…

Is now the right time to buy or sell?

The answer isn’t one size fits all, but there are some clear trends happening right now that can help guide your [...]

The Tax Advantages of Living in New Hampshire: An Honest Look for Retirees & Homeowners

New Hampshire has long carried a reputation as a tax-friendly state, especially for retirees and anyone looking to keep more of their income. But like anywhere, the full picture is a mix of pros and cons. Here’s a straightforward breakdown of how the [...]

Is Portsmouth, NH a Good Place to Live?

If you’ve ever strolled through downtown Portsmouth on a sunny afternoon, you already know the answer, absolutely. But what makes Portsmouth, New Hampshire such a desirable place to live goes far beyond its postcard-perfect [...]

An abatement is a request submitted to the local assessing officials to refund taxes paid based on physical description errors, damaged buildings during a tax year or differences in the opinion of value. If an abatement request is denied by the local assessing officials, the next step may be to file an appeal of the denial with the Board [...]