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                  Ethan Ash The older I get, the quicker the years seem to fly by. It was an honor to serve as president of NHCIBOR and NECPE, and I look forward to … Continued

November 12, 2024 Fifty-seven straight months Spurred by a lack of inventory that continues to give a strong upper-hand to home sellers, New Hampshire saw its most expensive October in history last month, as the median sales price of single … Continued

Fertilizer bill resurfaces Earlier this year, both the NH House of Representatives and Senate passed House Bill 1293, which restricts the use of certain phosphorus-containing fertilizers and prohibits applying fertilizer within 25 feet of a storm drain or elsewhere where it can … Continued

         Ethan Ash 10 tips to give commercial real estate investors While many realtors will tell you what you need to do in order to sell your residential property at the highest price (clean out the junk, … Continued

October 17, 2024 Activate your Forewarn membership All New Hampshire REALTORS now have complimentary access to Forewarn, a digital application which provides instant identity, criminal, and property verification using only a phone number or name. Without exposing any protected class information, agents can … Continued

NHCIBOR Realtor membership renewal fees for 2025 have been released for payment online.  Go to www.nar.realtor. Log in to the site. On top right hand side click on PAY DUES.  You can pay online or download the invoice. If you … Continued

Greetings NHCIBOR Affiliate Members: NHCIBOR Affiliate membership renewal fees for 2025 have been released for payment online.  Go to www.nar.realtor.  Log into the site. On the top right hand side,  click on Pay Dues. You can pay online or download … Continued

October 15, 2024 The half-million norm The NH September housing market report The median price of a single family home remained over a half-million dollars for the seventh consecutive month in September, at $520,000 – a 6.5 percent increase from September 2023 … Continued

               ETHAN ASH Starting last month, NECPE.com, the website that allows its members to market commercial listings for lease and for sale anywhere in New England, moved to a new and updated platform. This … Continued

September 6, 2024 Following another successful session at the State House through the work of your NHAR Public Policy Committee, the Government Affairs team has released a compilation of new laws and regulations which could have an effect on your … Continued

September 3,  2024 Earlier this summer, the Governor signed into law House Bill 1113, relative to septic evaluation (more commonly known as a “septic inspection”) prior to transfer of properties on the developed waterfront.  The new law, which went into effect … Continued

On Sept. 30, 2024, NECPE is launching the new fully redesigned and more robust Commercial Information Exchange platform and there will be no going back to the previous system.  Before the transition and the training offerings, we urge you to … Continued

           ETHAN ASH NHCIBOR had a very busy summer in raising money for NHCIBOR Cares, the charitable arm of the commercial board.  We started the summer in June with the 3rd Annual Charity Golf Classic.  That … Continued

August 22, 2024 Risk Management Video Series Overcoming Financing Obstacles The NHAR Risk Management Subcommittee is proud to present the last in a series of six risk management videos designed to help members recognize and avoid potential legal pitfalls while … Continued

Changes to waterfront septic law New Hampshire REALTORS CEO Bob Quinn and NH Department of Environmental Services Land Resources Division Manager Phil Trowbridge recently discussed House Bill 1113, which makes changes to RSA 485-A:39 and goes into effect Sept. 1. … Continued

Transfer on Death Deeds The NHAR Risk Management Subcommittee is proud to present the third in a series of six risk management videos designed to help members recognize and avoid potential legal pitfalls while working with customers and clients. In … Continued

     Ethan Ash As we are nearing the elections in November, I can only imagine what the political landscape looks like as you are reading this message. I think most people can agree that at a national level, elections … Continued

July 23, 2024 Course approved for three New Hampshire CE credits  NHAR’s year of Zoom CE classes continues next month with a three-credit course, “Social Media Be-Awareness,” scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Aug. 1, with instructor Monika … Continued

July 17, 2024 A morning of inspiration, an afternoon of continuing education, an evening of ceremony and networking. And that’s just Day 1. Come for some or all of NHAR’s premier event of the year, the 2024 New Hampshire REALTORS … Continued

July 22, 2024 We know that July tends to be more about beach days and cookouts, but we want to make sure you’re aware of the important updates NHAR has been sharing over the past month. Since July 1, we … Continued

July 1, 2024 A new section of the New Hampshire lead paint law goes into effect today (July 1, 2024), mandating that certain residential units and childcare facilities are required to have a Lead Safe Certificate prior to occupancy.  NH … Continued

July 11, 2024 With changes to Prime MLS scheduled to go into effect on July 15, and in order to help New Hampshire REALTORS comply with the terms of the NAR settlement agreement, NHAR has added four new standard forms, … Continued

             ETHAN ASH We are already past the halfway point of 2024 so I thought it best to give a quick recap of the first half of the year. The number of commercial transactions and … Continued

Two steps forward … The 2024 Legislative session came to an end last week with a couple of wins and one loss for private property and housing advocates. Extension of permitting exemptions defeated Unless otherwise stated by a town, under … Continued

  Final votes coming this week New Hampshire’s legislature mostly wrapped up the 2024 legislative session by working out details on several bills important to the real estate industry. House and Senate members meet at the end of the session … Continued

June 10, 2024 Prices continue historic climb With inventory at a mere 2 months’ supply, the median price for a single family residential home in New Hampshire continued to climb in May, reaching an all-time high of $525,000. NEW HAMPSHIRE … Continued

     ETHAN ASH As President of a commercial board, it’s crucial to remember the broader Realtor community we serve and the invaluable resources provided by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). While my focus often centers on commercial industry … Continued

Senate rejects ADU bill Last week, the Senate rejected an amended version of House Bill 1291, which would have protected a property owner’s ability to add a detached accessory dwelling unit (ADU).  Sen. Donna Soucy (D-Manchester) introduced the amendment at the … Continued

Call to Action: Support HB 1291 The New Hampshire Senate will soon vote on House Bill 1291, designed to make it easier for a private property owner to construct an accessory dwelling unit. The bill has already passed the House … Continued

May 14, 2024 Another NH price record: $515,000 Another month, another median price record in the New Hampshire housing market. And with this one comes a new low in the NHAR Affordability Index. Just a month after eclipsing the $500,000 … Continued

Return of ‘Post-Licensing’ Senate Bill 480, among other things, is intended to reinstate the “post-licensing” continuing education requirement for first-time license renewals. That requirement originally passed in 2018, but the Office of Professional Licensing (OPLC) ceased enforcing it in 2022 after … Continued

Local control, or anti-housing? It is not often that NHAR and the NH Municipal Association (NHMA), which represents town governments, are on the same page when it comes to legislation designed to provide more housing in the state.  However, both … Continued

Settlement questions addressed at May 29 Zoom meeting  With the terms of the NAR settlement scheduled to go into effect in August, NHAR President Joanie McIntire and legal counsel Matt Johnson invite New Hampshire Realtors to a virtual town hall … Continued

  A nod to manufactured housing House Bill 1361 is intended to clarify existing law relative to municipal obligations to provide reasonable opportunities for the siting of manufactured housing, and to ensure a town cannot exclude manufactured housing completely from the … Continued

              ETHAN ASH The median home price in New Hampshire soared to over $500,000 in March 2024, marking a $135,000 increase since 2021, as reported by the Union Leader. While this may seem like … Continued

April 25, 2024 Updating property disclosures The NHAR Risk Management Subcommittee is proud to present the fourth in a series of four risk management videos designed to help members recognize and avoid potential legal pitfalls while working with customers and … Continued

April 18, 2024 Helping your clients to manage offers The NHAR Risk Management Subcommittee is proud to present the third in a series of four risk management videos designed to help members recognize and avoid potential legal pitfalls while working … Continued

  Notification on PFAS chemicals House Bill 398 would require that prior to the execution of any contract for the purchase and sale of a property, the seller or seller’s agent must provide notification to the buyer on poly- and perfluoroalkyl … Continued

  Building code updates The legislature is currently debating efforts to update New Hampshire’s statewide building and fire codes. Currently, the state is operating under the 2018 versions of the International Building Code, Life Safety and Fire Codes, and other … Continued

April 11, 2024 Working with condo buyers and sellers The NHAR Risk Management Subcommittee is proud to present the second in a series of four risk management videos designed to help members recognize and avoid potential legal pitfalls while working … Continued

April 11, 2024 The NH March housing market report A lack of New Hampshire housing inventory continued to put a strain on affordability in March, as the median sales price of a single family residential home hit $500,000 for the … Continued

April 9, 2024 New Hampshire REALTORS President Joanie McIntire and legal counsel Matt Johnson met in the NHAR studio on April 5 to address some of the most commonly discussed subjects regarding the proposed NAR settlement, including: implications to New … Continued

It is time to place your nominations for two distinctive awards: NHCIBOR’s 2024 REALTOR® of the Year                 And NHCIBOR’s 2024 Affiliate of the Year Process: First we gather nominations from NHCIBOR membership.  … Continued

April 4, 2024 Fighting back against land fraud The NHAR Risk Management Subcommittee is proud to present the first in a series of four risk management videos designed to help members recognize and avoid potential legal pitfalls while working with … Continued

Victories For Property Rights Last week, the House of Representatives passed two bills designed to ease the state’s housing inventory crisis. While many thought one or both bills might have a chance to squeak through the House, what took many … Continued

Notice to All REALTORS: Mandatory Code of Ethics Training Requirement Deadline is Dec. 31, 2024 All REALTORS must complete NAR’s Code of Ethics training every three year cycle.  The current cycle ends December 31, 2024.  The date you take the … Continued

March 27, 2024 A message from President Joanie McIntire New Hampshire REALTORS President Joanie McIntire offers an update regarding NHAR programs, education and events, and a reminder of her recent interview with legal counsel Matt Johnson discussing the National Association … Continued

               ETHAN ASH 2024 has been a great rebound from 2023. After a year of continued rising interest rates that kept investors from taking actions, we have seen many get off the sideline simply … Continued

  Amendment: septic bill compromise NHAR worked with NH Department of Environmental Services and a group of bi-partisan legislators to craft an amendment to House Bill 1113, which NHAR had opposed.  The original bill would have required failed septic systems to … Continued

March 19, 2024 New Hampshire REALTORS President Joanie McIntire and legal counsel Matt Johnson discuss the facts and potential implications regarding the proposed settlement agreement between the National Association of REALTORS and plaintiffs related to broker commissions. VIEW THE VIDEO … Continued

With the affordability and availability crisis well at hand, New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority is using its 2024 Homeownership Conference to stress the importance of getting involved locally to help shape housing policy in New Hampshire. The event is scheduled for March … Continued

March 11, 2024 Sales trend upward again,but inventory remains low After 30 consecutive months of single family residential sales declines compared to a year prior, February showed the second straight monthly increase for home sales in New Hampshire, and pending … Continued

March 5, 2024 “Abutters” vs. “aggrieved” parties One tactic used to slow or stop housing development has been for abutters to seek a rehearing of project approval from their local zoning board of adjustment. Current law allows not just abutters, … Continued

  The National Association of REALTORS is making its popular Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR) designation course, which is typically $295, available to REALTORS at no cost. TO GET STARTED, CLICK HERE. The ABR course is the first step toward earning the … Continued

Seeking faster driveway permitting House Bill 1202 sets specific deadlines by which the Department of Transportation (DoT) has to issue permits on class I and class III highways, and the state-maintained portion of class II highways, for residential uses, including multifamily developments. … Continued

           ETHAN ASH During this time of year, I eagerly anticipate reading the NH Real Estate Year in Review published by NHAR and PrimeMLS. It provides valuable insights into the real estate industry’s current state and … Continued

February 23 2024 Some New Hampshire home sellers who paid a commission to a real estate agent between Feb. 1, 2020 and Feb. 1, 2024 may have recently received notice of a class action settlement in certain antitrust commission cases. … Continued

February 20, 2024 Senate Bill 480 was introduced at the request of NHAR to improve customer service at the Office of Professional Licensing and Certification (OPLC).  It would require any occupational board or commission whose total number of active licensees exceeds … Continued

  Still more licensing reforms Legislative efforts to alter or reform occupational licensing requirements, especially as they relate to out-of-state licensees acquiring a corresponding New Hampshire license, have been a constant debate at the State House over the past several … Continued

February 12, 2024 Sales, pending sales see January increase With the National Association of REALTORS predicting a 13 percent increase in home sales in 2024, New Hampshire showed early signs of moving in that direction, according to the NHAR Monthly … Continued

February 6, 2024 House Bill 1362 would authorize municipalities to enact “stabilization” measures to control rent increases. The bill would permit towns to cap all rent increases at 5 percent annually, although the property owner could seek approval from the town … Continued

            ETHAN ASH As we move beyond the primary season, the focus on politics may wane for some, but in New Hampshire, the 2024 Legislature in Concord faces a considerable workload with over 1300 bills … Continued

  NHAR seeks to combat land scams Land fraud is becoming a common occurrence across New Hampshire. Scammers, with no ownership rights over a piece of property, will contact a brokerage indicating their desire to sell the property, usually undeveloped land, … Continued

Changes proposed to septic process House Bill 1113 would make several significant changes to the existing statutory requirement for sellers on developed waterfront to perform a septic site assessment prior to the execution of the P&S. (RSA 485-A)  The bill would … Continued

January 16, 2024 Senate Bill 454 would mandate that the first $10 million of revenue collected from the real estate transfer tax (RETT) is transferred to New Hampshire’s affordable housing fund. Currently, $5 million of RETT revenue goes to the affordable housing … Continued

January 10, 2023 2023: fewest sales in 12 years New Hampshire residential home prices have never been higher than they were in 2023, and there were fewer statewide home sales than any year since 2011. The median sales price of … Continued

NHAR pushes for OPLC efficiency changes Senate Bill 480 was put forth by NHAR in order to improve customer service at the Office of Professional Licensing (OPLC) as well as to clarify certain issues related to real estate licensing. The bill … Continued

January 3, 2024 Law changes governing the installation of tree stands and game cameras in New Hampshire went into effect on January 1. Any game camera placed on private property must be labeled with the owner’s name and contact information … Continued

              ETHAN ASH As we embark on 2024, it promises to be an eventful year. While commercial real estate volume experienced a significant downturn in 2023(decreasing approximately 40-50% in most categories), indications suggest a … Continued

Dec. 19, 2023 In light of questions that have arisen following the verdict against NAR, we’ve assembled resources to help members best understand the issue, answer those questions, and speak to the REALTOR value proposition. The resources, including an eight-minute … Continued

            Matt Bacon It has been a pleasure to serve our members in 2023, and to work with such an awesome team of directors, committee members, and leaders that have the talent, wisdom, dedication, integrity, … Continued

E-Communications Retention The NHAR risk management subcommittee is proud to present the third in a series of seven risk management videos designed to help members recognize and avoid potential legal pitfalls while working with customers and clients. In this installment, … Continued

  Providing Accommodations for Support and Service Animals The NHAR risk management subcommittee is proud to present the fifth in a series of seven risk management videos designed to help members recognize and avoid potential legal pitfalls while working with … Continued

November 13, 2023 Affordability at historic low The NH October housing market report Residential housing affordability in New Hampshire hit its lowest point in more than two decades at the end of October. The month’s Affordability Index reached 58, meaning … Continued

Nov. 9, 2023 Video recordings at listings The NHAR risk management subcommittee is proud to present the second in a series of seven risk management videos designed to help members recognize and avoid potential legal pitfalls while working with customers … Continued

Nov. 2, 2023 The NHAR risk management subcommittee is proud to present the first in a series of eight risk management videos designed to help members recognize and avoid potential legal pitfalls while working with customers and clients. In the … Continued

Nov. 3, 2023 The recent court ruling on the NAR antitrust lawsuit has left many questions, including what’s next and whether or not there is an immediate impact on New Hampshire REALTORS. NHAR President Ben Cushing asked legal counsel Matt … Continued

Greetings NHCIBOR Affiliate Members: NHCIBOR Affiliate membership renewal fees for 2024 have been released for payment online.  Go to www.nar.realtor.  Log into the site. On the top right hand side,  click on Pay Dues. You can pay online or download … Continued

NHCIBOR Realtor membership renewal fees for 2024 have been released for payment online.  Go to www.nar.realtor. Log in to the site. On top right hand side click on PAY DUES.  You can pay online or download the invoice. If you … Continued

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           Matt Bacon As REALTORS, we take an oath to support the NAR Code of Ethics, the legal standards controlling our profession, and those countless things we’ve learned from our community and mentors in the business … Continued

        Matt Bacon Have you ever jumped the gun and had to do a re-run? Well, one of our members was just recognized for an even greater award than reported a couple of months ago, as Chris … Continued

September 29, 2023 If Congress is unable to agree on the provisions of a Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the federal government by tomorrow, September 30, 2023, the result will be a partial shutdown of some government operations – including … Continued

2021 honoree Kathy Ahlin and 2023 REALTOR of the Year Chris Norwood at the Sept. 19 ceremony. September 21, 2023 Chris Norwood is REALTOR of the Year Chris Norwood, Chair of the NHAR Public Policy Committee and a member of … Continued

September 20, 2023 ‘More inventory, more buyers’ coming Following his market update and forecast at the New Hampshire REALTORS Education Symposium on Sept. 19, NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun summarized his remarks with NHAR President Ben Cushing. FIND THE VIDEO … Continued

September 13, 2023 A message from President Ben Cushing New Hampshire REALTORS 2023 President Ben Cushing provides an update from the State Association, including news of the recent NHAR election, the upcoming Education Symposium and REALTOR of the Year events, … Continued

September 11, 2023 Closed sales drop again;affordability at historic low The number of closed sales decreased by a double-digit percentage for the 11th consecutive month in August, as the 1,283 single family residential sales in New Hampshire marked a 23.2 … Continued

          Matt Bacon At NHCIBOR, we have a Public Policy Committee that focuses on the commercial impact of legislative changes.  This committee actively collaborates with the statewide committee, of which several NHCIBOR PPC members give their … Continued

August 8, 2023 Price continues to climb The median price for New Hampshire single family residential homes was $480,000 in July, a record for the month and a 7 percent increase from a year ago. Unsurprisingly, the affordability index fell … Continued

           Matt Bacon This year, I’ve gotten several questions, clarifications, and looks of confusion over exactly what NHCIBOR and NECPE do and how we’re different than other boards and property sites. Our core purpose is to … Continued

July 18, 2023 Changes to septic statute In 2012, NHAR worked with legislative allies to pass House Bill 1415, which created a new streamlined process for acquiring a permit in order to replace an existing septic system through a Permit by Rule (PBR).  … Continued

July 6, 2023 Governor signs licensing recognition bill House Bill 594 (Chapter Law 111) has been signed into law by the Governor. The bill states that the Office of Professional Licensing and Certification (OPLC) must issue licenses to professionals who … Continued

June 10, 2023 The NH June housing market report How expensive are homes in New Hampshire? Roughly the same number of single family residential housing units were sold for over $800,000 as they were for under $320,000 in June, yet … Continued

         Matt Bacon Summer is here and in full swing!  As we enjoy the beauty and many resources that NH has to offer, especially at this time of year, many of us gather for an annual tradition … Continued

New Hampshire REALTORS at Riding With the Brand Legislative Day on June 8 at the State House. June 13, 2023 “I think we have kind of made history,” said House Speaker Sherman Packard, a Londonderry Republican, after the New Hampshire … Continued

May 30, 2023 NH Zoning Atlas: a resource to combat the inventory crisis With New Hampshire still firmly in the grasp of the housing crisis, the NH Zoning Atlas is a tool that aims to combat barriers to development by … Continued

   PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE           Matt Bacon Approaching election years is always interesting from a public policy and advocacy standpoint, and 2023 is no different.  From WOTUS (Waters of the US) policy changes that are highly politically charged and … Continued

Tenant notification bill tabled House Bill 379 would have required that tenants subject to eviction must be provided with instructions on the process for contacting and obtaining assistance from New Hampshire Legal Assistance.  The bill had passed the House of Representatives, … Continued

May 16, 2023 The Governor and House of Representatives have had their say on the state budget, so now it is the Senate’s turn.  Incentivizing more affordable housing construction has been a big part of the budgetary debate. Those state … Continued

May 2, 2023 Should someone be allowed to place a video camera on your private property without your permission? Surprisingly, it appears a number of State Representatives believe the answer to that question is yes. Senate Bill 14 would require anyone … Continued

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE       Matt Bacon As I was writing my last President’s Message, I couldn’t help but think “Are we going to find out what the current administration considers ‘too big to fail’?” Following the 2007-2008 financial crisis, there … Continued

  April 25, 2023 Last week, the Real Estate Commission approved a standing order on how applications for accreditation of pre-licensing and continuing education instructors and courses are to be approved. Confusion over who is responsible – the Real Estate Commission or … Continued

April 17, 2023 Unit sales, affordability drop The 713 single family residential homes sold last month was the lowest March sales number since 2008 and marked a 13 percent decrease in closed sales from a year ago. Year to date, there … Continued

Game cameras on private lands In New Hampshire, public access to private land is always permitted unless the land is posted with signs specifically prohibiting access. Throughout the state, there are thousands of acres of private land which are not … Continued

It is time to place your nominations for two distinctive awards: NHCIBOR’s 2023 REALTOR® of the Year                 And NHCIBOR’s 2023 Affiliate of the Year Process: First we gather nominations from NHCIBOR membership.  … Continued

State statutes often clear as mud While consumers and real estate practitioners sometimes assume that New Hampshire statutes clearly require or prohibit the ability to do something, the reality is laws can often read more like a riddle than a … Continued

Time to Cross Over at State House While it was opening day for the Red Sox last week, New Hampshire legislators are about to hit the midway point in their calendar – commonly referred to as “crossover day.” That means … Continued

    President’s Message          Matt Bacon With the spring season upon us and substantial changes continuing to affect CRE on a daily basis, experts in the construction and permitting sectors see marginal relief from the trends … Continued

March 28, 2023 Over 1,900 New Hampshire Realtors responded to NHAR’s Call for Action in opposition to House Bill 507, which would have permitted the unlicensed practice of over 40 professions in New Hampshire, including real estate. Last month, the House … Continued

March 23, 2023 Over 7,000 Realtor emails sent to state representatives The New Hampshire House of Representatives voted on Wednesday to “Lay on the Table” House Bill 507, which would have permitted the unlicensed practice of over 40 professions in New Hampshire, including … Continued

Take action to oppose HB 507 The New Hampshire House of Representatives will vote later this week on House Bill 507, which would eliminate the requirement to hold a New Hampshire professional license to practice any occupation, including real estate. … Continued

It is very easy to qualify and earn the minimum 150 points necessary to become a member of the NHAR Honor Society!  The New Hampshire Association of REALTOR® Honor Society has been in operation since 1980.  It is overseen by … Continued

March 14, 2023 Discussions about professional licensing, and efforts to create a one-size-fits-all approach to the 40 licensed professions in the state, continue to echo throughout the halls of the New Hampshire State House. A number of bills, including language … Continued

March 13, 2023 The New Hampshire Senate will soon vote on several bills designed to increase housing inventory throughout New Hampshire by providing financial incentives to developers and municipalities. Please, use the accompanying link to learn more, and then take … Continued

March 6, 2023 A message from NHAR President Ben Cushing NHAR 2023 President Ben Cushing provides an update from the State Association, including upcoming events, educational opportunities and resources. FIND THE VIDEO HERE

Good setback reduction forms make good neighbors Current law requires private wells to be placed at least 75 feet from a septic system. But what happens if a landowner needs to place their septic system closer than that 75-foot setback from a … Continued

March 1, 2023   Second in workforce housing video series released  As part of our effort to shed light on various facets of workforce housing in the midst of the inventory crisis, NHAR is proud to present the second in … Continued

Does legislature see new constructionas a solution, or the problem? Last week, the House of Representatives rejected House Bill 44, which would have allowed a property owner with a conforming lot connected to town water and sewage to create up to four … Continued

President’s Message        Matt Bacon Debt market influence on construction lending – Last month, in light of rising interest rates and unchecked inflation, a couple of lending experts were consulted and provided some great insight on broader capital … Continued

February 21, 2023 Professional licensing moves into spotlight Various issues have continually plagued the Office of Professional Licensing (OPLC), which oversees the operations of nearly 50 licensing boards and commissions, including the Real Estate Commission. As the Executive Director told … Continued

February 15, 2023 NHAR Services and Benefits Whether you have been a New Hampshire REALTOR for decades or just a few months, it’s important to understand the broad array of resources at your disposal. For instance, as a member of … Continued

  Home is where the heart is (As long as it has municipal water and sewer) House Bill 44 would require a municipality to allow the owner of any single-family lot in a residential zoned district served by municipal water and … Continued

Bills incentivize affordable housing Two Senate bills would appropriate millions for much needed assistance to encourage the development of affordable housing.  Senate Bill 231 seeks to appropriate $25 million for the state’s affordable housing fund in order to provide financing or … Continued

February 1, 2023 Changes to NHAR Standard Forms Several additions have been made to New Hampshire’s suite of standard forms for 2023, and NHAR general counsel Matt Johnson explains those changes and the rationale behind them in this four-minute video. The … Continued

    President’s Message          Matt Bacon Interest rates and inflation – As we all know, interest rates have been changing drastically, with movement in both directions, depending on the type and term of financing. The Federal … Continued

New bills target landlords Legislative Update: January 31 House Bill 567 would require landlords to provide a tenant with six months written notice of any rent increase that exceeds 15 percent of the current rent, and the tenant would be given the … Continued

New faces to tackle lingering issues Legislative Update: January 24 The new year has brought many new faces to the State House. About one-third of the members of the New Hampshire legislature are brand new; while the House of Representatives … Continued

January 10, 2023 Price hits record high in 2022 The New Hampshire year-end housing market report Affordability and availability remained the watchwords in the New Hampshire residential housing market, as 2022 came to a close with relatively few homes for … Continued

January 4, 2022 Last call! Deadline is January 13. Apply to 2023 Leadership Academy New Hampshire Realtors is pleased to announce that the fifth NHAR Leadership Academy program, exclusively designed for members intending to pursue leadership positions at the state … Continued

December 8, 2022 Affordability Still Lacking The November housing market report The state’s housing inventory continued to tick upward in November, but that has yet to have an impact on affordability, which remains historically low. For the second consecutive month, the number … Continued

          President’s Message                  Matt Bacon With a new year upon us and the holidays over, I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for the great … Continued

President’s Message Thank you for reading these messages from me for the past 12 months. As I move on from president for NH CIBOR and NECPE for 2023, I still plan to remain active helping the organizations. If you have … Continued

Greetings NHCIBOR Affiliate Members: NHCIBOR Affiliate membership renewal fees for 2023 have been released for payment online.  Go to www.nar.realtor.  Log into the site. On the top right hand side,  click on Pay Dues. You can pay online or download … Continued

NHCIBOR Realtor membership renewal fees for 2023 have been released for payment online.  Go to www.nar.realtor. Log in to the site. On top right hand side click on PAY DUES.  You can pay online or download the invoice. If you … Continued

President’s Message Key Economic Data and News from SEPT The NAIOP CRE Sentiment Index for September 2022 is 47, down from April’s reading of 53. It is at the lowest level since September 2020. This reading suggests that respondents expect … Continued

October 11, 2022 Another Affordability Drop The September housing market report The median price of a single family residential home in New Hampshire was $440,000 in September, a 10 percent increase from last year and the highest September price number in New … Continued

September 21, 2022 NH Realtors file amicus curiae Earlier this month, the New Hampshire Association of Realtors filed a “friend of the court” brief – or amicus curiae – with the NH Supreme Court in the case of Conway v. … Continued

    President’s Message It’s already fall, can you believe it? It looks like the federal reserve will continue its interest rate hikes to curb inflation. What does that mean for the real estate market? Federal Chair Jerome Powell said … Continued

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                     For additional informationSeptember 14, 2022                                                                                        contact: Plan NH                                                            … Continued

    May 25, 2022 Addressing a housing correlation myth First in workforce housing video series released  As part of our effort to shed light on various facets of workforce housing in the midst of the inventory crisis, NHAR released … Continued

  PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE In case you missed it, the Summer Mixer, hosted at Birchwood Vineyards, was a huge success! The event helped raise over $20,000 for our non-profit CIBOR CARES. Thank you to all who attended, those who donated auction … Continued

August 18, 2022 Clarification on ‘New State Laws’ Document The recently emailed “New State Laws Impacting Real Estate” included a typo in the summary of House Bill 1344 relative to the need for a power of attorney to execute a real estate … Continued

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     President’s Message   Could a slow down in the real estate market be coming? While there is a lot of chatter among people and real estate agents alike, here are some data points from local and national sources … Continued

July 11, 2022 Another Affordability Drop The June 2022 NH housing market report June marked the second consecutive month that the median price for a single family residential home in New Hampshire hit $460,000 – the highest ever in the … Continued

June 28, 2022 A few words from President Gaudet It’s been a busy first half of 2022 for New Hampshire Realtors President Adam Gaudet, who took a few moments to share some highlights so far and look ahead at what’s … Continued

BOD Meeting Talking Points – May 2022    

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President’s Message Summer is officially here & The Summer Mixer is coming! This past June NH CIBOR had 2 GREAT networking opportunities for our members: our first Charity Golf Classic and the TF Moran Annual BBQ where we announced the … Continued

NHCIBOR Announces REALTOR and Affiliate of the Year!   NH Commercial Investment Board of REALTORS is pleased to announce and congratulate this year’s recipients:   2022 REALTOR of the Year      Joseph Friedman       Skyline Realty   Joe … Continued

Legislative Update: May 31, 2022 Housing Bill Language Survives They say cats have nine lives, and Senate Bill 400, an omnibus bipartisan housing bill, may have had more Lazarus-like power than even the toughest feline. After a three-year debate and … Continued

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President’s Message Summer is almost here, make sure to take advantage of the great weather and great networking opportunities NH CIBOR and NECPE offer! June 9th – NHCIBOR Annual BBQ This is a FREE event for NHCIBOR members and guests, … Continued

May 25, 2022 Addressing a housing correlation myth First in workforce housing video series released As part of our effort to shed light on various facets of workforce housing in the midst of the inventory crisis, NHAR released the first … Continued

May 11, 2022 Another Affordability Drop The April 2022 NH housing market report April marked the second consecutive month that the median price for a single family residential home in New Hampshire hit $440,000 – the highest ever in the … Continued

Legislative Update: May 10, 2022 House Tables Housing Bill, But There’s One More Fight By a vote of 170-159, the House of Representatives once again refused to take any action to alleviate the housing inventory crisis, voting to table Senate Bill … Continued

This is a FREE event for NHCIBOR members and guests, you will be required to RSVP to this event.  Registration is now open. NHCIBOR ANNUAL BBQ Date:  Thursday, June 9th, 2022 Time:  5:00 – 7:30 pm Location:  Thank you to our … Continued

Legislative Update: May 3, 2022 Legislature Winding Down The 2022 legislative session is in its final weeks. Here are a few bills NHAR has been watching. House Committee vote undercuts bipartisan housing bill; Call for Action by NHAR Last week, … Continued

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President’s Message NHCIBOR has your back. We are staying strong and helping our NH legislators sift through this year’s bills and provide insights from industry experts on how to help the commercial and residential real estate market – one of … Continued

It is time to place your nominations for two distinctive awards: NHCIBOR’s 2022 REALTOR® of the Year                 And NHCIBOR’s 2022 Affiliate of the Year Process: First we gather nominations from NHCIBOR membership.  … Continued

Legislative Update: April 12, 2022 Short-term rentals: residential or commercial use? Is the use of a single-family home for short-term rentals (STRs) a commercial or residential use of that property under NH State Statute? That is the fundamental question behind … Continued

April 12, 2022 Post-licensure CE, explained Real Estate Commission video sheds light on new requirements In light of the new requirements regarding post-licensure, New Hampshire Real Estate Commission administrator Bobbie Mayo has recorded a video to help explain those requirements. … Continued

April 11 2022 Median price skyrockets … again The March 2022 NH housing market report The New Hampshire residential housing market hit a new price record in March, as the median price of single family residential homes jumped to $440,000 – … Continued

Please take action to support private property rights: SB 249 The House Municipal and County Committee is currently discussing Senate Bill 249, relative to a property owner’s ability to rent his or her home as a short-term rental. NHAR asks … Continued

Legislative Update: March 30, 2022 Condo bill gets a Senate overhaul Senate Bill 324 as introduced would have created a statewide condominium, homeowners’ association, and cooperative dispute resolution board. The board was designed to hear and determine matters involving condominium unit … Continued

BOD Meeting Talking Points – March 2022 – Final (1)  

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 President’s Message The weather is warming up, and New Englanders are coming out of hibernation. We are pleased to announce our first Charity Golf Classic will be coming up in June. The registration deadline is APRIL 30th, so be sure … Continued

Legislative Update: March 22, 2022 A challenging week for housing advocates Last week, the legislature took up several bills designed to create more housing opportunities in the state. The results were mixed at best. Senate Bill 400, which was designed … Continued

Legislative Update: March 16, 2022 Final vote on HB 1177 is this week There is still time to take action on NHAR’s Call for Action on House Bill 1177, which would allow residential lots served by municipal water and sewer to … Continued

It is very easy to qualify and earn the minimum 150 points necessary to become a member of the NHAR Honor Society!  The New Hampshire Association of REALTOR® Honor Society has been in operation since 1980.  It is overseen by … Continued

Call For Action: Support HB 1177 Next week, the New Hampshire House of Representatives will vote on a critical bill designed to expand housing opportunities for New Hampshire families. Please take a few simple steps to encourage your representatives to … Continued

Legislative Update: March 1, 2022 House to address housing bills next week The House Municipal and County Government committee voted last week to support House Bill 1177, which would require as a matter of right any single-family lot in a residential zoning … Continued

President’s Message   NH CIBOR membership is strong. Month to month we have seen increases in Realtor membership around 5% per month and 10% per month for Affiliate members. This month, I challenge each of you to two things:   … Continued

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Legislative Update: Feb. 22, 2022 Unanimous support for licensing bill By an 18-0 vote, the House Executive Departments and Administration Committee recommended final passage of House Bill 1354. The bill would allow a person who holds an active real estate license … Continued

February 11, 2022 Affordability hits 17-year low The January 2022 NH housing market report With New Hampshire residential home prices showing no sign of slowing, January affordability hit an all-time monthly low for NHAR’s 17-year recording period. Affordability is measured by … Continued

Legislative Update: Feb. 2, 2022 Eviction notice requirements, lead paint fund, license reciprocity Here is a summary of a few of the bills NHAR is following as part of the 2022 legislative session in Concord: Bill makes eviction notification requirements … Continued

NEREN BOD Meeting Talking Points – January 2022    

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Find attached the list of attendees at the Seacoast Marketing Meeting held January 21, 2022 Attendee List Seacoast Jan 21 2022

Ethics 101 with Leigh Brown Feb. 15 OR 16: A Zoom Professional Standards Workshop Your reputation is your most valuable asset. Be sure to protect it with the Professional Standards Workshop, NHAR’s annual Code of Ethics study, which is approved … Continued

Legislative Update: Jan. 25, 2022 Lead remediation, OPLC, affordable housing Here is a summary of a few of the bills NHAR is following as part of the 2022 legislative session in Concord: Bill would provide more dollars to remediate lead  … Continued

Help protect private property rights: Urge support of Senate Bill 249 The Senate Commerce Committee is currently discussing Senate Bill 249, relative to a property owner’s ability to rent his or her home as a short-term rental. NHAR asks you … Continued

January 11, 2022 Legislative Update: Jan. 11, 2022 Leftovers in the spotlight as 2022 session gets underway The 2022 New Hampshire Legislative session gets underway this week, and more than 900 new pieces of legislation will be debated and voted on … Continued

January 4, 2022 At Home With Diversity, via Zoom Six-credit certification course scheduled for January 27 Robert Morris We’re less than a month away from the return of NAR instructor Robert Morris and the one-day At Home With Diversity certification course, a … Continued

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December 30, 2021 A Message From President Jim Lee New Hampshire Realtors President Jim Lee looks back on 2021 and ahead to 2022 in this final President’s Message of the year. FIND THE VIDEO HERE

    President’s Message 2022 Will be a Great Year NH CIBOR and NECPE are two of the best commercial real estate groups in the Country. Consistently, year after year, we are praised by other Realtor ® Boards and Commercial … Continued

November 29, 2021 A Message From NHAR President Jim Lee New Hampshire Realtors President Jim Lee looks back on the NAR Annual Conference and ahead to a few upcoming events at NHAR in his most recent President’s Update. FIND THE … Continued

Greetings NHCIBOR Affiliate Members: NHCIBOR Affiliate membership renewal fees for 2022 have been released for payment online.  Go to www.realtor.org, On the top right hand side, click on Sign In/Register.  Once you are logged into the National Association of REALTOR … Continued

NHCIBOR Realtor membership renewal fees for 2022 have been released for payment online.  Go to www.realtor.org, On the top right hand side, click on Sign In/Register.  Once you are logged into the National Association of REALTOR database, go to the … Continued

BOD Meeting Talking Points – November 2021 (1)    

President’s Message There were a few NH CIBOR representatives at the recent National Association of Realtor’s (NAR) Conference in San Diego where they were joined by about 10,000 Realtors from all over this country.  As an organization that includes approximately … Continued

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Matt Johnson Chris Norwood Bob Quinn October 22, 2021 An NHAR legal and legislative review NHAR legal counsel Matt Johnson, Public Policy Committee Chair Chris Norwood and CEO Bob Quinn provided an overview of new laws and their impact on … Continued

October 28, 2021 NHAR President’s Message What is Risk Rating 2.0? NHAR President Jim Lee’s guest is Austin Perez, National Association of Realtors Senior Policy Representative for Federal Housing, Valuation, Insurance and Commercial Issues. Austin discusses the roll-out of changes … Continued

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October 14, 2021 NHAR President’s Update with Jim Lee New Hampshire REALTORS President Jim Lee provides an October update, including recent and upcoming in-person events, and what’s happening in NHAR education. FIND THE VIDEO HERE

NEREN BOD Meeting Talking Points – September 2021

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President’s Message Happy Fall!  A lot to report here so I’ll get right to it.  New Hampshire recently passed new laws that affect Commercial Real Estate.  The following are some of those key changes. Allowing for Remote Notarization         SB 134 … Continued

September 22, 2021 NHAR President’s Update with Jim Lee New Hampshire REALTORS President Jim Lee provides a September update, including recent and upcoming in-person events, and what’s happening in NHAR education. FIND THE VIDEO HERE

NAR’s REALTOR Safety Program The goal of the REALTOR® Safety Program is to reduce the number of safety incidents that occur in the industry, so every REALTOR® comes home safely to his or her family every night. We will accomplish … Continued

Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting the Summer Mixer 2021! With your sponsorships and auction donations, approximately $ 20,000 was raised for NHCIBOR Cares!  The icing on the cake was Birchwood Vineyards donated all of the food … Continued

INTRODUCING A NEW NHCIBOR / NECPE Marketing Meeting: THE MASSACHUSETTS MARKETING EXCHANGE Hello All, So we have officially started the Massachusetts Marketing Exchange.  This will have the same format as both the statewide and seacoast marketing meetings where we have breakfast, … Continued

NHCIBOR Announces REALTOR and Affiliate of the Year!   NH Commercial Investment Board of REALTORS is pleased to announce and congratulate this year’s recipients:   2021 REALTOR of the Year Christian Stallkamp The Boulos Company Christian Stallkamp, past President NHCIBOR and … Continued

July 8, 2021 Managing Risk Around ‘Coming Soon’ How do “coming soon” listings, office exclusives (“pocket” listings), and the Clear Cooperation Policy fit together under the current legal framework, both as New Hampshire licensees and as members of the National … Continued

Standard Forms Changes Explained Several changes to the Standard Forms have been adopted recently by the Forms Subcommittee of the NHAR Legal Committee. In this three-and-a-half minute video, NHAR legal counsel Matt Johnson describes the most significant of those changes … Continued

Legislative Update June 17, 2021 Remote notarization gets thumbs up; remote meetings given thumbs down By BOB QUINN Chief Executive Officer This is the time of the year when House and Senate members create Committees of Conference for the purpose of … Continued

June 15, 2021 May Market Report: Median Price Milestone Driven by a continuing trend of historically low inventory, the median price for single family residential homes crossed the $400,000 plateau for the first time in New Hampshire history, landing at … Continued

Online Marketing to your Ideal Client Profile REGISTER TODAY! Date:  June 11, 2021, Friday Time:  9:00 – 11:00 am Online Live ZOOM Class:  Online Marketing to your Ideal Client Profile Presented by the NH CIBOR Education Committee – Online Marketing … Continued

May 25, 2021 NHAR President’s Update with Jim Lee New Hampshire REALTORS 2021 President Jim Lee discusses recent and upcoming Realtor education, the imminent end of enhanced unemployment benefits in New Hampshire, and registration for the in-person NAR conference in … Continued

May 17, 2021 New Hampshire April market report: New Listings the start of inventory trend? The 1,862 new listings in April may be a blip on the radar, or it may be the start of a trend toward more normalized housing … Continued

May 18, 2021 The NHAR Maggie Hassan interview With the National Association of REALTORS Midyear Legislative Meetings having recently been completed, NHAR Federal Political Coordinator Dick DuMez spoke with Senator Maggie Hassan about the inventory crisis, the American Rescue Plan … Continued

  Legislative Update May 14, 2021 ‘End of lease’ legislation lives on By BOB QUINN Chief Executive Officer Last week, the Senate Commerce Committee voted 4-1 to kill House Bill 227, which would make the expiration of a lease a cause … Continued

The Future of Office Work, Commercial Real Estate What long term changes has the pandemic wrought on the commercial real estate industry, on office work, remote working and more? NH Business Review explores the current state of commercial real estate … Continued

Notice to All REALTORS: Mandatory Code of Ethics Training Requirement Deadline is Dec. 31, 2021             All REALTORS must complete NAR’s Code of Ethics training every three year cycle.  The current cycle ends December 31, 2021.  The date you take the … Continued

Seacoast Marketing Meeting April 16 2021 Attendee List  

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March 25, 2021 The Risk Around Escalation Clauses Today’s housing market is rife with multiple offers, and escalation clauses have become a significant part of this frantic environment. In this video from the NHAR Risk Management Subcommittee, legal counsel Matt … Continued

Find attached the attendee list for the Seacoast Marketing Meeting held March 19, 2021: Seacoast Marketing Meeting March 19 2021 Attendee List

It is very easy to qualify and earn the minimum 150 points necessary to become a member of the NHAR Honor Society!  The New Hampshire Association of REALTOR® Honor Society has been in operation since 1980.  It is overseen by … Continued

March 17, 2021 The Risk Around Waiving Home Inspections Today’s housing market is rife with bidding wars, and for many buyer clients there is a temptation to waive the inspection process in order to expedite the process and present the … Continued

The 2 NH CE Credit class, State of the State in NH Commercial Real Estate held Friday, Feb.26th was a success with many in attendance.  Please find attached a copy of the Powerpoint presentation: State of the State in NH … Continued

Strafford County Board is putting on a Realtor Safety Event on March 9th from 10:30 to 11:30.  This is a virtual event. The event is with Carl Carter, Jr. and it is on the story of Beverly Carter, his mom, … Continued

Professional Standards Workshop Approved in New Hampshire, Vermont Your reputation is your most valuable asset. Be sure to protect it with the Professional Standards Workshop, NHAR’s annual Code of Ethics study, which is approved for the NAR-required biennial ethics training. … Continued

January 12, 2021 NHAR President’s Update: Waiver on Licensing Requirements Ends New Hampshire Realtors 2021 President Jim Lee presents his first monthly update of the new year, in which he discusses the housing market, the end of the licensing waiver, … Continued

January 15, 2021 Appeals Being Heard by New Board The newly created Housing Appeals Board, established by the New Hampshire legislature during the 2020 session, is now accepting Planning and Zoning appeals. Designed to be a faster and less expensive … Continued

President’s Message Joe Friedman It is an honor to have been selected as NH CIBOR’s President for 2021.  I look forward to continuing their 44 year mission of providing a platform for industry professionals to connect and grow their career.  … Continued

NECPE minutes Sept 2020

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NEREN BOD Meeting Talking Points – November 18, 2020    

NHCIBOR Annual Meeting, Holiday Toy Drive and Installation of Officers on ZOOM – Registration Required   Join us on December 11, 2020 at 1pm for our virtual annual meeting and help support needy families by adding to the Tower of … Continued

November 3, 2020 ‘Back to Basics’ Episode 3: Due Diligence Process (buyer) The NHAR Risk Management Subcommittee is proud to present the third episode in its “Back to Basics” video series. The series will feature NHAR legal counsel Matt Johnson and various members … Continued

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October 30, 2020 Bob Quinn selected as Chief Executive Officer Bob Quinn (left) Marc Drapeau (right) . Bob Quinn, who for 11 years served as NHAR’s Government Affairs Director and this Spring shepherded the organization through the transitional period of the pandemic, … Continued

October 27, 2020 ‘Back to Basics’ Episode 1: Initial meeting from the buyer’s perspective The NHAR Risk Management Subcommittee is proud to present the first episode in its “Back to Basics” video series. The series will feature NHAR legal counsel Matt Johnson … Continued

September 24, 2020 2020 Realtor of the Year: Dick DuMez Dick DuMez, a sales associate with Four Seasons Sotheby’s International Realty in Hanover, was announced on Wednesday, Sept. 23, as NHAR’s 61st Realtor of the Year. FOR A RECORDING OF THE … Continued

Download Safety Resources, New Safety Report – Sept. 1, 2020 REALTORS® face job-related risks every day. Being aware of potential dangers and taking precautions will help your members avoid risky situations. In an ongoing effort to keep safety top-of-mind for … Continued

Fulcrum Associates & LaBelle Winery Team Up to Host American Red Cross Blood Drive Reservations required for September 30 blood drive; COVID-19 antibody tests administered to all donors Amherst, N.H. (September 1, 2020) – Fulcrum Associates, a leading construction management firm … Continued

For Immediate Release  Marie Bodi marie@mcnabbgroup.com (603)812-7346   Ground Breaking Expansion   August 17, 2020   McNabb Properties is pleased to announce it has expanded its team once again in 2020 and added Mark Conley, PE as Vice President Construction.  … Continued

August 12, 2020 For the first time since January, NH residential home sales increase After five consecutive months of declining unit sales in the New Hampshire residential housing market, July 2020 witnessed a 6.4 percent increase over sales in July … Continued

July 31, 2020 The passing of Diana Dunning It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Diana Dunning, whose deep-rooted impact on the New Hampshire Association of Realtors for a quarter-century was surpassed only by her kindness, dignity, grace and inescapable smile. Over … Continued

July 23, 2020 Diversity, Pricing certification courses  AHWD scheduled for August 18; PSA is August 20 We’re less than a month away from two online, one-day certification courses from NHAR – At Home With Diversity (Aug. 18) and Pricing Strategy Advisor (Aug. 20) – and both … Continued

July 7, 2020 SELF Grant Program: President’s Message Marc Drapeau uses his weekly update to discuss New Hampshire’s new Self-Employed Livelihood Fund (SELF) Grant Program. FIND THE VIDEO HERE. On Monday, Governor Chris Sununu released details and application for the SELF … Continued

July 9, 2020 A Conversation with Sen. Jeanne Shaheen New Hampshire Association of Realtors Federal Political Coordinator Patti Kemen recently had a wide-ranging, 20-minute conversation with U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen, who answered a number of questions about the the federal government’s … Continued

Please find attached NHCIBOR Board of Director Meeting Minutes for May 2020: NHCIBOR Meeting Minutes May 2020     Financials are available for members.  Contact the office.

President’s Message Christian Stallkamp How’s the commercial market?  That’s the big question these days as the economists debate if we are currently in a recession, coming out of one or headed on deep dive down into a really big one. … Continued

June 25, 2020 The latest on evictions Following Governor Sununu’s recent announcement that the prohibition on evictions will end July 1, NHAR public policy committee chairman Chris Norwood and NHAR legal counsel Matt Johnson sat for a brief conversation to discuss what … Continued

The CCIM Institute has partnered with the CCIM Foundation to offer free on-demand courses for residential specialists considering a career in commercial real estate. The courses provide REALTORS® with critical analytical skills and a deeper foundational understanding of commercial practice, … Continued

Legislative Update June 23, 2020 Legislature completes abbreviated session  By BOB QUINN Vice President of Government Affairs Both the House and Senate met in session over the past two weeks to vote on a limited number of legislative initiatives. Most … Continued

June 18, 2020 Panel explores commercial markets Chris Norwood hosts group with nearly 150 years of experience Chris Norwood, president of NAI Norwood Group and chairman of the New Hampshire Realtors Public Policy Committee, hosts the first NHAR broker panel discussion focused … Continued

June 16, 2020 Governor issues “Safer at Home” guidance As of today, the “Stay at Home” order has expired, however, the Governor has issued new “Safer at Home” universal guidance for all business operation, including agents working in real estate offices. “Safer at … Continued

June 10 2020 Inventory continues to drop in May May single family residential home sales in New Hampshire were down by 25 percent compared with May a year ago, and the main driver of the sluggish sales pace – inventory – was down by … Continued

June 15, 2020 President Drapeau’s weekly update NHAR President Marc Drapeau’s weekly update includes a return to open houses and client meetings, the end of the prohibition on evictions, a new relief fund for COVID-related hardships, the upcoming SRS course, and … Continued

June 13, 2020 Prohibition on Evictions Ends July 1 The Governor has announced that Emergency Order 4, which among other things prohibited owners of non-restricted property and restricted property from initiating eviction proceedings, will terminate on July 1. However, for eviction … Continued

June 8, 2020 President Drapeau’s weekly update NHAR President Marc Drapeau’s weekly update includes notes about the NH Legislature’s return, changes to PPP and a unofficial sneak peek at New Hampshire May housing data. FIND THE VIDEO HERE. For more … Continued

May 29, 2020 Governor eases lodging restrictions Also: Stay at Home extended to June 15 Friday, May 29th, the Governor announced that effective immediately, lodging, including short-term rentals, may accept overnight reservations from New Hampshire residents, or out-of-state visitors who have met a … Continued

May 11, 2020 ‘Do what you think is right’ Paul Griffin: April 29, 1955 to May 4, 2020 Below please find the obituary of New Hampshire Realtors Chief Executive Officer Paul Griffin, who passed away last week at the age … Continued

May 12, 2020 April Housing Report: Sales down, prices up Single family residential home sales in New Hampshire were down by 10 percent compared with April a year ago, while some of the forward-looking indicators such as pending sales also showed … Continued

May 14, 2020 Universal Guidance applies to Realtor offices Stay at Home 2.0 Order released by Governor Sununu Last week, Governor Sununu released the Stay at Home 2.0 Order, which begins to re-open the economy. Part of that order includes … Continued

May 18, 2020 Governor announces $400 million in relief funds Governor Chris Sununu announced on Friday the formation of the Main Street Relief Fund – $400 million from the CARES Act to provide financial relief to New Hampshire small businesses due to the … Continued

May 18, 2020 ‘Err on the Side of Favoring Public Health.’ As the economy in New Hampshire and around the country begins to cautiously re-open, NHAR President Marc Drapeau’s weekly update includes a special guest to discuss best practices when … Continued

May 20, 2020 CE requirements impacted by Order On Tuesday, Governor Sununu issued Exhibit H to Executive Order No. 29, relative to modifications to regulations of the Office of Professional Licensing. Effective immediately, all continuing education requirements, including those required by the … Continued