I was listening to "Travels with Charley: In Search of America" by John Steinbeck on Audible when my broker, Frank Roche, called. The book follows Steinbeck’s 1960 road trip with his faithful companion, Charley, as he set out to rediscover the country he had spent so much of his life writing…

New Hampshire has been actively working to address its housing affordability crisis through legislation and policy changes. In 2025, the state passed significant updates requiring municipalities to allow accessory dwelling units by right in single-family zones, easing restrictions on multi-f…

For years, residents of the Lakes Region have felt the effects of rising home prices and limited choices. Whether it's young families trying to stay in the area, residents looking to downsize, or workers priced out of their hometowns, finding affordable housing has become increasingly difficult.

FRANKLIN — Franklin Savings Bank recently granted $5,000 to the Lakes Region Community Developers Good Neighbor Program, an initiative designed to strengthen families, build community connection, and help residents thrive.

MEREDITH — Two recent projects of Christopher P. Williams Architects were honored at NH Home Magazine’s prestigious Design Awards on April 16. Little Green was honored for Excellence in Historic Renovation, while The Enchanted Cottage was named Home of the Year. Both projects were designed b…

For generations of New Hampshire families, summer camp has been more than just a childhood memory — it’s often been the first step toward owning a home in the Lakes Region.

New Hampshire’s Lakes Region continues to stand out in the state’s premier land market, offering higher prices and stronger demand compared to broader statewide trends. As of late May 2026, the region’s combination of limited inventory and desirable waterfront access is driving premium prici…

With 250 lakes and ponds throughout New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, there are unlimited outdoor adventures. If you were to expand your search to all of New Hampshire, there are approximately 1,000 lakes and ponds, some of which are among the cleanest and healthiest in the country.

Some really interesting news just hit the airwaves regarding New Hampshire. A report published by Bankrate indicated the best place to retire is not found in the retirement havens of Florida, the Carolinas, or Arizona, with their oceanfront and golfing communities. 

It was announced this week by the New Hampshire Association of Realtors that New Hampshire’s median home sales price hit a record high in June, jumping to $565,000 — a 4.6% increase from the previous high of $540 in June 2024.

Nature — With lakes, beaches, mountains, forests, rivers, and the ocean for people who enjoy the outdoors, New Hampshire is a paradise. New Hampshire is home to nearly 1,000 lakes, and 19,000 miles of rivers and streams flow throughout the state. The seacoast includes 18 miles of coastline w…

In my younger years in school, I always loved geography. Living in New Hampshire, there was so much to be excited about. However, it’s a big world out there with varying degrees of typography, majestic mountains, vast oceans, rivers, and lakes to discover.