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Thursday, September 29, 2011

A Classic Home! 63 High Street, Alstead N.H.


3 Bedroom, 1 Full Bathroom, 1 3/4 Bathroom, Barn with Workshop, 2,300 est. sq. ft.

Lovingly restored post and beam antique home. Cherry banister, oak staircase. Four panel oak doors. French doors leading to fabulous 40x10 deck overlooking large open yard with garden area. Beautiful built-ins. First floor laundry. Additional fitness room. Amazing attached 20x15 barn with workshop. Lots of storage. Sit and relax on the side porch. Living room with woodstove for those chilly winter nights. Seller will install widepine floors with acceptable offer.




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# posted by Carol Slocum @ 2:10 PM

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY! New Price on a Charming Home! 18 Dale Drive, Keene, NH

Open House, This Saturday! October 1st, 2011
10:30am - 12:00pm




18 Dale Drive, Keene, New Hampshire

$119,900

3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, 848 Est. Sq. Ft., Ranch Style


Very sweet home in great location. Hardwood floors. New windows. Kitchen with built-in. Breezeway for storage or taking off those shoes and boots. Spacious partially finished basement family room. Great backyard for play and gardening. Walk to elementary school and new middle school. Perfect starter home or retirement. 








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# posted by Carol Slocum @ 10:13 AM

Monday, September 26, 2011

New Price! Amazing Views! 453 Washington Pond Rd, Marlow N.H.




NEW PRICE! River frontage with privacy and views of distant hills. Charming cape style home. Enjoy the sound of the river offering peace and tranquility. Spacious back deck with stairway leading to the river. Open concept kitchen leading to dining room. Two enclosed porches. Second floor has two bedrooms, bath, plus large office/den/craft room area. Exquisite landscaping. Circular paved driveway. Fireplace in living room. Hardwood floors. New windows. Fabulous property!







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# posted by Carol Slocum @ 4:23 PM

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Multi-Family Home in Fitzwilliam! Motivated Sellers! 18 Route 119W, Fitzwilliam, NH




MOTIVATED SELLER! Great owner occupied or investment property. Apartment 1 is vacant and ready for owner occupancy option. Live in one apartment and have the income from second apartment help pay mortgage and taxes. Apartment 2 has lease until October 2011. Appliances included. Hardwood Floor. Great yard space for garden or play. Washer/dryer hookups. Tenants pay own utilities. 































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# posted by Carol Slocum @ 4:26 PM

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

A GREAT Price! 20 Oak Hill Road, Hinsdale NH




20 Oak Hill Road, Hinsdale, New Hampshire

$89,128


3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 924 Est. Sq. Ft., 2 Car Garage
 












Beautifully maintained single wide mobile home on its own land. Affordable living. Very spacious yard for gardening or play. Open concept kitchen, living room, and dining. All kitchen appliances stay. Relax on the 16 X 20 back porch. Listen to the birds sing. Detached 2 car garage for cars or toys. Priced to sell and listed below assessed value.


 


















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# posted by Carol Slocum @ 8:47 PM

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Remodeling for Energy Efficiency - HGTV Remodels Article


Remodeling for Energy Efficiency

Get the basics or go beyond the steps of weatherization to improve energy performance.


For those who don't qualify for the Weatherization Assistance Program (a program that provides home weatherization free-of-charge to low-income families), who want to go beyond basic weatherization, or who remodeling for another reason (i.e., addition, roofing, kitchen remodel) — here's what you need to know about remodeling your home for energy efficiency.
Remodeling for energy efficiency is improving the energy performance of a home, significantly, beyond basic weatherization. In some cases, energy efficiency is part of a larger project, in others the actual goal is reducing energy use and improving comfort.
The first place to start — as with any energy improvement effort — is with a thorough home energy audit. Start with your local utility company to see if they offer free or discounted audits — many do, regardless of income. If not, find a professional home energy auditor, certified by the Residential Energy Services Network or the Building Performance Institute. Do-it-yourself audits are available online and may give you a rough idea of where you stand using utility bills, but they don't replace a hands-on audit with diagnostic tests.
Once a professional audit is performed, you'll have a report on the performance of your home and recommended improvements. This information will help you to decide how far you want to go with your remodeling effort. Remodeling for energy efficiency often includes:
Weatherization: The Basics
  • Increased wall, floor, attic and basement or crawlspace insulation to meet minimum recommended values
  • Increased air sealing in key locations
  • Roof repairs to increase the performance of the building's envelope
  • Replacement of incandescent bulbs with compact florescent bulbs
  • Vapor barrier installation or replacement, to reduce moisture intrusion and improve airtightness
  • Tune-up of heating, cooling and/or water heating systems, or replacement
  • Weather-stripping doors and windows
Remodeling for Energy Efficiency: A Step Beyond Weatherization
  • Increased wall, floor, attic, and basement or crawlspace insulation to meet optimal performance values
  • Complete envelope air sealing (often involving the removal and replacement of existing insulation)
  • Replacement of heating, cooling and/or water heating systems, often with properly sized, high-efficiency, innovative systems (i.e., instantaneous hot water, combined heat and hot water systems, heat pumps)
  • Roof replacement to increase the performance of the building's envelope
  • Window and door replacement
If you're incorporating energy features in a larger remodeling project, it's important to remember that now is the time to invest in energy improvements. Adding a new space to a home often necessitates rethinking the heating and cooling system, or adding a new system. Walls, floors and ceilings are removed or altered. Thinking about energy performance now, rather than later, can save you time and money.
When making decisions about what energy performance measures to undertake, it's also important to consider return on investment (ROI).
One of the greatest challenges with improving energy performance in existing homes is financing the upgrades. When it comes down to it, access to capital (cash) is a challenge for most families and businesses, and the cost of even basic weatherization can exceed $5,000 — with greater energy improvements costs can range from $5,000 to $100,000. Financial incentives can significantly offset the cost of energy improvements and include federal, state, utility and manufacturer-based incentives, and loans.


# posted by Carol Slocum @ 12:29 PM

Monday, September 19, 2011

Amazing Views of Mount Monadnock! 72 Taggart Circle, Rindge, N.H.




72 Taggart Circle, Rindge, New Hampshire

$238,720


3 Bedrooms, 1 Full, 1 Partial Bathroom, 1,552 Est. Sq. Ft. 




Beautiful setting with view of Mount Monadnock. Classic colonial with elegant cathedral foyer entry. Spacious living room front to back of home. Formal dining room with hardwood floor. Great deck for entertaining. Walk out basement provides a great area for finishing for extra living space. Convenient location only 10 minutes to Massachusetts border.




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# posted by Carol Slocum @ 4:06 PM

Friday, September 16, 2011

275 Winch Hill Road, Swanzey, N.H. Peace & Tranquility


3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms, 4 acres, 1,344 sq. ft.
Private and peaceful country setting only 15 minutes to Keene. Listen to the birds sing. Last house on the road. Located across from protected conservation land. Very well maintained double wide home. Energy efficient using only 350 gallons per year of oil. Open concept. Master bedroom with bath. Jacuzzi tub/separate shower, double sinks. A very special property!





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# posted by Carol Slocum @ 7:30 PM

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Beautiful Home! 143 Meadow View Road, Rindge, N.H.







143 Meadow View Road, Rindge, New Hampshire

$244,999

3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom, 3,236 Est. Sq. Ft., 2 Car Garage























Picturesque brick colonial sitting so pretty upon the knoll. This home has it all! Very spacious home with 3 floors of living space! Family room with fireplace and sliders to deck. Dining with hardwood floors. Kitchen with center island cooktop, lots of cabinets, and NEW granite counter tops. Front to back formal living with wood floors and propane stove. Master suite with master bath. Jacuzzi tub, separate shower, and granite counter. Second bath is also updated with granite. The third floor bonus room has endless possibilities. First floor laundry. Relax on the screened porch or back decks.


 




















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# posted by Carol Slocum @ 11:48 AM

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

New Listing! 234 Flat Roof Mill Road, Swanzey, NH





234 Flat Roof Mill Road, Swanzey, New Hampshire

$74,816


2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, 790 Est. Sq. Ft. 
 















NEW PRICE!!! Great opportunity to own a home on 3.5 acres. Beautiful yard with distant views. This charming home has so much potential with some TLC. Great home for FHA 203K loan rehab program. Breezeway, deck, and two car garage. Spacious kitchen with wood floors. Subject to third party lender approval for short sale. 


 
















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# posted by Carol Slocum @ 6:54 PM

Monday, September 12, 2011

A Beautiful Home, New Pictures! 217 Darling Road, Keene, NH







217 Darling Road, Keene, New Hampshire

$365,000

4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 3,332 Est. Sq. Ft., 3 Car Garage







 
This home has it all! Location, style, size, and amenities. Spacious floor plan. Open concept kitchen/family room for daily living. Kitchen has plenty of counter space and cabinets. Center island and large pantry. First floor laundry with wash sink. Stone fireplace in living room. First floor den could be used as bedroom and attaches to 3/4 bath. Large master suite with bath, new walk-in shower, and walk-in closet. And yes there is more! Beautiful finished lower level has additional family room with gas fireplace. Great place for ping pong table/pool table or just hanging out watching the wide screen TV. Unfinished attic space over garage has potential for more finished living space. Relax on the screen porch overlooking private backyard. Patio with hot tub and is also great place for grilling. Immediate occupancy. 




















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# posted by Carol Slocum @ 1:00 PM

Thursday, September 8, 2011

A Must See Home! 38 Snow Road, Chesterfield New Hampshire


4 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bathroom, 2 3/4 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 4,635 sq ft.



Exquisite C. 1763 Colonial known as "Snow's Tavern". Owned 1000 ft. frontage on Connecticut River and 1,400 ft. frontage on Catsbane Brook. Easy river access for kayak/canoe. Great horse property with restored 3 stall barn. 5acres rolling fields. "Ted Benson" master suite addition overlooks tranquil backyard. Screened 18x15 porch. Walking trails.





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# posted by Carol Slocum @ 12:39 PM

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Great New Price! 6 Phil Lane, Keene, N.H.


Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Spacious Living in a BEAUTIFUL setting! 139 Rice Brook Drive, Stoddard, NH






139 Rice Brook Drive, Stoddard, New Hampshire

$269,000


4 Bedroom, 3 Bathrooms, 2,816 Est. Sq. Ft., Heated 2 Car Garage














Are you looking for that very special private secluded location? This lovely 3 story home has that and more! Quality features. Wood doors, crown molding, chair rail, tile and hardwood floors. Master bedroom on third floor with private bath, whirlpool tub. The garage is heated for those chilly days/nights. Pellet stove in living room. Second floor has french doors overlooking distant hills. A great spot to relax and read and enjoy the tranquility. Hidden Lake Association includes inground pool, tennis, lake access, boat launch, playground, and road maintenance. Association Dues: $400/year. 















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# posted by Carol Slocum @ 10:47 AM

Saturday, September 3, 2011

New Price, A Must See! 217 Darling Road, Keene, NH







217 Darling Road, Keene, New Hampshire

$365,000

4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 3,332 Est. Sq. Ft., 3 Car Garage







 
This home has it all! Location, style, size, and amenities. Spacious floor plan. Open concept kitchen/family room for daily living. Kitchen has plenty of counter space and cabinets. Center island and large pantry. First floor laundry with wash sink. Stone fireplace in living room. First floor den could be used as bedroom and attaches to 3/4 bath. Large master suite with bath, new walk-in shower, and walk-in closet. And yes there is more! Beautiful finished lower level has additional family room with gas fireplace. Great place for ping pong table/pool table or just hanging out watching the wide screen TV. Unfinished attic space over garage has potential for more finished living space. Relax on the screen porch overlooking private backyard. Patio with hot tub and is also great place for grilling. Immediate occupancy. 




















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# posted by Carol Slocum @ 7:12 AM


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