Posts by LaMontagne Builders
Two More Hours in the Day – The Joy of My 5-Minute Commute
If you’ve ever wished for a few more hours in the day to accomplish more or fit extra fun and relaxation into your life, you’re not alone. For many of us, the drain on our time is caused by the commute to and from work. Hours are wasted sitting behind the wheel, often in frustrating…
Read MoreICYMI: Our Most Shared Blogs
We strive to be a source of information for homeowners and homebuyers in New Hampshire. Look to us for tips on creating your dream home, navigating the financing process, and decorating to make a house your own. These are our most popular blog posts over the past few years, ranked in order by the number…
Read MorePaying High Rent? Save For a New Home
Many would-be homebuyers face a catch-22: They are paying more for rent than they could be spending to own their own home, yet they are unable to save up for a down payment and closing costs to buy a house because they are paying too much in rent each month. According to RentJungle.com, the current…
Read MoreWhat Makes Bedford NH Such a Desirable Place To Live?
Have you heard that Bedford, New Hampshire is THE place to live? There’s a reason that homes get snapped up fast in this suburb in the southern part of the state. Bedford has a small town feel with plenty of green space, parks, walking trails, as well as a community pool and recreation area. Their…
Read MoreFinding a Home in NH Amidst Spring’s Low Inventory
Available homes in desirable neighborhoods within New Hampshire communities seem tough to find. There are condos, rentals, and plenty of seven-figure options, but not enough for buyers in the middle of the market. There are a number of reasons why markets might be “mismatched” — that is, when the type of houses for sale are…
Read MoreOn the Move: Young Professionals Heading to Manchester
Manchester, NH, has been on the move for quite some time. The downtown millyard has undergone a complete transformation from the textile factories of the 1800s and early part of the twentieth century to the high-paying, innovative technology hub that exists today. Companies like Dyn, Inc. and DEKA, founded in Manchester, are making global headlines…
Read MoreFebruary School Vacation Activities in NH
School vacation week in New Hampshire is coming up, and if you’re making it a local staycation, you don’t have to worry about being bored. There are great things to do around the state and right in our own backyard. We’ve made a list of our favorite ideas that fit every budget and every age.…
Read More2017 Home Trends – Hot or Not?
Think green in 2017. Varying shades of green are hot this year in home decor, either on your walls, furniture accents or in an area rug. That’s not the only trend you’ll see or want to incorporate into your own home. We’ve got a short list to get your creative juices flowing. Marble isn’t new…
Read MoreWant to Buy a Home but Still Have Student Loans? Here’s How.
The cost of a college education has steadily risen and forced many young potential homebuyers to face a financial challenge unknown to generations before them. While bearing the burden of monthly student loan payments, many 20- and 30-somethings worry that debt which could take a decade or more to pay off will affect their credit…
Read MoreJanuary 2017 Homebuyer Forecast
As it has throughout history, a new president in the White House means changes both politically and economically. We already saw an increase in mortgage interest rates in the last months of 2016, and experts predict that rates will continue to climb in 2017. Homebuyers are affected in different ways, depending on goals and financial…
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