Posts by Sarah Hafner

Story by Margaret Keith NORTH HAMPTON, NH – Ethan Ash from Coastal Land & Commercial Group (“CLCG”) at Keller Williams Coastal Realty has successfully brokered the sale of a prime retail location in North Hampton, NH. The property was listed by Krissy LaPorte of KW Commercial and is intended for a client who plans to…

Story by Margaret Keith The affordable housing crisis is becoming increasingly severe across American markets, driving steady demand for well-managed mobile home communities. Currently, around 22 million Americans live in manufactured housing communities, accounting for 5.6% of the national population. However, the pool of investors in this sector remains surprisingly shallow compared to more conventional…

Story by Margaret Keith We’re pleased to highlight Whitney Taylor, who has successfully represented MRM Plaistow, LLC in their acquisition of 55 Westville Road in Plaistow, New Hampshire!  “This property checked all the critical boxes for our 1031 exchange, and the deal lined up exactly when we needed it,” noted Christopher Leahy and Maria Rowena…

Story by Margaret Keith Photo by AJ Hafner The historic Gale River Motel, a beloved White Mountains landmark with roots dating back to the 1930s, has been acquired by new owners who plan to transform the property into a wellness-inspired destination inn. The comprehensive renovation project will preserve the property’s nearly century-old legacy while introducing…

​​Story by Margaret Keith September 2025 delivered the Federal Reserve’s first policy rate reduction of the year, a calculated quarter-point cut bringing rates to the 4.00%-4.25% range. This monetary shift marks more than a statistical adjustment as it represents a fundamental recalibration that could significantly reshape commercial real estate valuations nationwide. The correlation between rate…

Story by Margaret Anne Keith What’s up with insurance premiums these days? If you’re a commercial or multifamily residential property owner, you might be feeling the pinch from significant hikes in your insurance costs. After a series of natural disasters in recent years, insurance premiums and standards have been climbing, with increases ranging from 20%…

Story by Margaret Anne Keith LACONIA, NH – Mark Bouzianis, a key member of Coastal Land & Commercial Group, has successfully facilitated the acquisition of an 11.3-acre commercial land parcel in Laconia, New Hampshire on August 24. The transaction represents a significant investment-scale purchase that underscores growing confidence in the Lakes Region’s commercial development potential.…

Story by Margaret Anne Keith When we think of commercial real estate investments, it’s easy to picture modern apartment complexes or upscale condominiums. However, there’s a less flashy but incredibly robust segment in today’s market: manufactured housing. Comprising only 5% of the nation’s total housing stock, which amounts to around 7.4 million units, this sector’s…

Economic volatility—the unpredictable swings in prices, markets, and economic conditions—has many causes: inflation, interest rate changes, supply chain issues, and market instability. In times like these, many business owners and real estate investors take a wait-and-see approach to avoid risky capital outlays or heavy debt. The problem? When the dust settles, most of us (myself…

This article was originally published on nerej.com on February 2, 2024. 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 1,300 bills awaiting consideration. The Public Policy Committee of the N.H. Association of Realtors…