Rochester, NH

The latest forecast by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) claims that existing-home sales are projected to trend up in 2008. I definitely see that happening here in the Seacoast. In fact, Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for NAR was quoted recently saying, "The improvement in the Northeast reaffirms a trend apparent for some months now that shows signs of recovery, noteworthy because that was the first region to slump." Yes, he said did say improvement in the Northeast!

Let's check out what's been going on in Rochester, NH.

25 homes sold in Rochester in April

-19 single family homes, and

- 4 condos, and

- 4 mobile homes.

Year-to-date, 90 homes have sold in Rochester, NH:

-60 single family homes

-16 condos, and

-14 mobile homes

In addition, 16 Rochester homes went pending with active contracts in April and there are currently 364 active listings in Rochester.

So what does this all mean? It means, don't wait. If you are thinking of buying, now is definitely the time. If you are waiting for home prices to go lower I believe you may have missed the bottom so now is the time to get off the fence.

If you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell, please feel free to call or email me--I'm never to busy for your referrals!

For more real estate information, check out www.SeacoastHomesForYou.com.

To receive a FREE on-line home market analysis, check out www.GetFreePropertyValues.com .

Worried about this years flooding in Rochester New Hampshire?

Well anyone living in the Rochester area knows the past few years have been very interesting when its come to our flooding rivers, streams and dams. The 100 year flood ... has hit us twice now ... imagine that. Well with the record snow falls we had this year and the up coming spring thaw and rainy season begs to ask will we have another flood season. Several of our roads and bridges have now been repaired or replaced .. some still under construction. So are we any better off and will our homes be safe?

I can tell you it was very difficult to get around when roads and bridges were closed for several days and some even for a year. If you have any concerns of this years spring thaw and you live in one of those areas of possible flooding you can visit the city of Rochester's website to view important safety information.

Check this link out for your safety: City of Rochester's Flood Preparedness plan

When purchasing a home in Rochester New Hampshire you need someone with experience to know which areas where impacted by the floods. To see homes for sale in Rochester you can visit Scott Patterson of RE/MAX Executives at http://www.moviongwithscott.com/ oe email me at scottpatterson@remax.net

Rochester New Hampshire's new garbage collection program

CART (Collecting All Recyclables & Trash)

Start Date to be May 12th, 2008

After some great debate in the city chambers and lengthly review of the city's agreement with the Waste Management facility located at Rochester Neck Rd, Rochester has oppted to implement its new CART (Collecting All Recyclables & Trash) program for the city's garbage collection.

The goal is to make garbage collection more streamlined and efficient. This new collection system will increase the collection rate of recyclable materials and keep them from being dumped into the current land fill which will soon reach its maximum capacity.

The city has been using a pilot program in some parts of the city to see how this program would do ... now it will be implemented city wide. If your living in Rochester or thinking of moving here visit the link below to see the CART Brochure located on the city's website.

The new CART Program brochure

For more information on Rochester New Hampshire and to see what homes are for sale visit http://www.mvingwithscott.com

Thanks and have a great day

Scott Patterson

RE/MAX Executives

Need to start your spring cleaning?

SATURDAY MAY 3, 2008

8:30am - 12:30pm

Waste Management located on Rochester Neck Road in Rochester New Hampshire is holding its annual Household Hazardous Waste Day.

If you're a resident of Rochester, Barrington, Milton, Middleton, Farmington, New Durham,Strafford, Northwood or Wakefield you can go to the transfer station located on Rochester Neck Road in Rochester to drop off a variety of fertalizers, stains and other household items.

For a more comprehensive list of items and instructions you can visit the "2008 Hazardous Waste Flyer" located on Rochesters city website.

Rochester New Hampshire Multi Family News

Great news may be coming our way for investment multi family rental properties (apartment style buildings) in Rochester New Hampshire. From a recent article in Foster's News it sounds like the City Assessors office may be taking a closer look at assessed values of multu unit buildings in the city.

This could give some multi unit property owners a little relief when the next tax bills comes around.

To read more on this article visit Foster's News

Looking to invest in multi unit buildings? I own rental property here in Rochester myself so I can definately help you through the process .... visit my website at www.movingwithscott.com or give me a call today!

Scott Patterson

RE/MAX Executives

(603) 994 - 8040