8 Canada Realestate Directory

Enjoy an amazing range of activities while experiencing the dynamic the natural beauty of New Hampshire in any of the state’s many spectacular, well maintained parks.

New Hampshire has eleven major and numerous smaller state parks, camgrounds, and historical sites, each of which offers a unique mix of attractions. From Pisgah Park in the southwestern corner of the state to Deer Mountain Campground near the Canadian border, the state parks and campgrounds offer a unique blend of experiences.

Hike into the wilderness on any of the many marked trails, choosing an easy hike on mostly level ground or a venture into the most rugged terrain of the White Mountains. Or choose among a variety of water activities, including swimming, kayaking, canoeing, or sailing. If you’re interested in motorized boating, check the regulations for each park first; some parks allow motorboats, while others do not, or restrict their use to certain areas of the park.

Entry to some of the state parks is free, while others require a fee. And if you’re planning to use camping facilities or a cooking area like one of the many outdoor fireplaces, you will need a reservation. Also be aware that once you make a reservation you need to pay the fee in advance, prior to using the facilities. Reservations not paid for within seven days are cancelled.

Space is limited in some of these parks, and the demand is great, so plan your vacation ahead of time, and make your reservations early!

Aldene Fredenburg is a freelance writer living in southwestern New Hampshire. She has written numerous articles for local and regional newspapers and for a number of Internet websites, including Tips and Topics. She expresses her opinions periodically on her blog, http://beyondagendas.blogspot.com She may be reached at amfredenburg@yahoo.com

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Have you been wanting to add a room, turn a closet into a bathroom, revamp and modernize your kitchen, replace appliances, or retile the floor? Remodeling projects can really add to the usefulness and space of your home, but some will add more (and in some cases a lot more) value to your home. Here is what some of the best real estate experts are recommending:

1) Keep within the bounds of your neighborhood - a $50,000 home theatre is neat to have, but if you live in a $100K-$200K neighborhood this will not add much to your resale value or can make it very hard to sell for what you want. You would be out pacing and outpricing your neighborhood. If you are going to stay in your house for ever this is fine (you can do whatever you like then). Look at what your neighbors have or are doing and look at recent sales prices and trends for your neighborhood. A good, seasoned, local realtor can be a big help here. They know what adds value and will help sell for top dollar.

2) Kitchens and bathrooms are key! In every area of the country these remodeling projects are the best at recouping their cost and actually adding to the resale value of your house. Average return on investment 100 - 105%. Energy efficient appliances, stainless steel, new countertops, new sink, paint, flooring, crown molding will do wonders for the kitchen. Only go for granite if some of your neighboring houses have it, else you are again out pricing your house. New fixtures, tub, double instead of single sink, recessed lighting, flooring and paint for the bathroom will catch a buyers eye - less they will have to do to make it home. Tip - when painting go with neutral tones and, if possible, use a expert for tips on colors.

3) Decks, fences, bathroom addition (not remodel). Average return on investment 80 - 90%. These projects can be costly when comparing cost versus value, but recoup enough and add functionality so they are still good ideas. Be sure to use experts for any addition projects as you may have code issues and zoning requirements an expert is better able to meet.

4) Home office, screened porches, refurbished basement, attic bedroom, home office. These projects are a little lower on the average return on investment, 70 - 85%, but they should not be overlooked as they can make your house sell quicker. A screened porch is a must in some neighborhoods and many buyers have now come to desire or even require a home office as current trends show an increase in home offices and the self employed. Also, a home office may be partially tax deductible. Again, the rule is stick with tradition, look at your local furniture stores to see what people like their rooms to look like. Large furniture manufacturers spend millions to find what people want in home offices and such and place their furniture and room settings with this in mind. Don’t go to modern or try something unique, tradition sells. The more unique you make your home the harder it will be to sell it.

5) Game rooms, saunas, pools, bars, upgraded windows, etc… These are projects that are good if you are planning on staying in the home for a long time and don’t care too much about resale value. These projects generally have much lower resale values and will only result in a loss of money. Again, it is best to ask a local realtor what works and what does not.

There you have it - what works and what does not. Keep in mind there are some communities where the norm can be different and it is always best to consult an expert for their opinion. Besides it is free to consult the best experts - real estate professionals.

David Maillie is a chemist with over 12 years experience in biochemical research and clynical analysis. He is an alumni of Cornell University and specializes in biochemical synthesis for public, private, and governmental interests. He holds numerous patents including his recently awarded patent for headlight cleaner and restorer. He can be reached at M.D. Wholesale: http://www.mdwholesale.com or by visiting http://www.bestskinpeel.com

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1. Love what you do.

2. Don’t be desperate, have plenty of reserves. Clients/customers can smell desperation.

3. Contact 100 people you know and offer a free or reduced service or product.

4. Vision. Write/see what your full business looks like.

5. Speak at Adult Education courses and offer an incentive to do business with you.

6. Network at parties, professional engagements.

7. Become an expert in your particular niche.

8. Demonstrate your services. Sample your work through newsletters, workshops, free trial.

9. Build a website, work to have people come see it/you.

10. Volunteer for professional organizations, give a speech.

11. Polish your 10 second introduction to invite people at any time to get to know your services.

12. Build a referral base with other successful people.

13. Write your own newsletter.

14. Hire a Coach.

15. Follow Up promptly on any leads with e-mail, calls or notes.

16. Make a tracking record. Plan 10 daily actions that will build your business.

17. Ask for referrals in your welcome packet and when you’ve provided great service.

18. Provide incentives for referrals i.e. gift certificates, reduced fees, added time.

19. Fight fear. Know that you are simply having a conversation, not a life or death commitment. Do it NOW.

20. Partner with another person for part of your business. The synergy can keep you moving.

21. Have lunch/breakfast with new contacts and invite them to have a “try me” offer for a reduced fee for a month.

22. Keep a treasure chest of ideas. Write down all creative, winning ideas and choose 3 to take action on.

23. Write a script of exactly what you want to say when you ask someone to become a client. It stops the fear, and soon becomes natural.

24. Believe that you will have a thriving business.

25. Have a few successful people in your field that you can call so that you can have the support.

26. Show up at a high visibility event once a week.

27. Record/Celebrate your successes. Purchase a simple touchstone or life-stripe to hallmark your success.

28. Ask yourself: How many customers do I have now? How many do I really want? What’s the gap? How am I going to fill it? What will I get from having this many customers? What’s the payoff?

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