Looking for some awesome Halloween fun in the Portsmouth, New Hampshire area?There's a "haunted house" at 292 Middle Road, in Portsmouth that is NOT TO BE MISSED.  Every year, as a gift to the city, this barn and surrounding property are transformed into a Halloween dream nightmare come true by the homeowner.  They open their Halloween house of horror to the public every night from 5pm to 9pm through Oct. 31.Here's the best part...IT's FREE! I've already been twice this year and, as always, it's fabulous!Going before dark is interesting because you can really appreciate the detail, but going after dark is the most fun! Every year there is a different theme. Three years ago it was a Children's Home theme and last year was a Circus theme. Here are some pictures from this year.  See if yo... 10/17/2011

Portsmouth NH Real Estate Open Houses This Weekend October 8-9, 2011 Portmsouth NH Real Estate open houses click here => Portsmouth Open Houses 268C Lafayette Rd. Portsmouth NH Saturday 10:00-12:00 33 Pleasant Point Dr. Portsmouth NH Saturday 11:00-1:00 65 F W Hartford Dr. Portsmouth NH Saturday 1:00-3:00 216 Spinney Rd. Portsmouth NH Saturday 2:00-4:00 2 Silvester St. Portsmouth NH Saturday 2:00-4:00 55 Oakwood Dr. Portsmouth NH Sunday 11:00-3:00 22 Mangronve St. Portsmouth NH 11:00-1:00 401 State St. Portsmouth NH Sunday 2:00-4:00 If you wish to view these properties more privately, Call Marty Patrizi to arrange a personal tour or get more information 603-781-4099.  About the Author: Marty Patrizi is a full service New Hampshire Realtor at Virtual Homes, Inc. and his emphasis is on "s... 10/07/2011

 It is that time of year again for the Boston-Portsmouth Air Show this weekend 8/13 and 8/14/11. Simply awe inspiring is the best way to describe watching them practice yesterday. The line up includes the US Airforce Thunderbirds, the US Army Golden nights parachute team, Team Heavy Metal and the US Navy legacy Flight. The grounds of the former Pease Air Force Base are transformed with planes, military trucks and displays for you to view.  My advice is to bring ear plugs, becuase it was LOUD....See you all there....Pictures are courtesy of http://www.newenglandairshow.com/featured_performers.phpAll Rights reserved, Copyright 2011 08/13/2011

Home selling today is a little more complicated than it looks.  Internet marketing is the most effective media for advertising, but how can one maximize exposure?  Many good pictures and a glowing description of the property are  essential.  Be honest, buyers can tell the fluff from the truth.  Now you have to back up your claims.  Your home wants to be in the best shape possible and competitively positioned to increase the buyers interests so you can sell for the most money in the shortest time.  That's why 80% of owners who try to sell their home on their own end up hiring a Realtor (NAR.org) within the first forty days. Interest rates are low and buyers are hungry for the gem of the neighborhood especially first time buyers.  There is no doubt foreclosures are driving the market.  Th... 08/11/2011

Annie's Angels Flatbread Pizza Fundraiser...Tuesday August 16th In Portsmouth NHFlatbread Company is once again sponsoring the fourth annual Annie's Angels Flatbread Pizza Fundraiser from 4pm to 9pm on Tuesday August 16th at their 138 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH location. For each large pizza ordered, Flatbread Company donates $3.50 to Annie's Angels and $2.50 for each small size. Here is your opportunity to help support the efforts of Annie's Angels while discovering the awesome pizza served up Flatbreads style. Expect the ingredients to be local organic produce with free range and clean meats. Flatbreads Company cares about the community by sponsoring fundraising events for local organizations on Tuesdays at each location. If you are looking for a Flatbreads Company near you, they... 08/09/2011

I am so happy to be LIVING MOSQUITO FREE in Portsmouth, New Hampshire!!   When we bought our property six years ago, the city clerk said "hope you like mosquitos" and before the foundation was even poured, we understood why. The property is wooded and wet and our fight against the blood sucking demons has been quite the losing battle. We tried fogging and spraying.  We tried Mosquito Magnets, three of them going at once.  We tried a disgusting garlic spray we found online.  Nothing worked.   Swarms of mosquitos surrounded our car in the driveway, waiting to attack when we exited.  It was a race to beat them into the house, quickly slamming the door so as not to let any in the house. Try explaining to two toddlers why they can't go outside and see the birdies, for fear they will get eate... 07/18/2011

 How Much Does Home Staging Cost in New Hampshire?Even with all the media coverage, Home Staging still remains a mystery for most New Hampshire sellers, with many believing Home Staging is a service they can't afford.Home Staging is often perceived as expensive, involving all new furniture and major construction...costing thousands of dollars.  Adding to the confusion, many home stagers do not list their fees on their website.  If people have to inquire further to find out how much something costs, they will usually assume it's expensive. Home Staging fees in New Hampshire vary.  Some stagers charge hourly, some by square footage, some have half day and full day rates.  Home Staging may involve rental of all new furniture or it may involve using what the homeowner has on hand.  You can ... 07/05/2011

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info   Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth 888-723-0306 webrequest@verani.com   Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 65 F.W. Hartford Drive Portsmouth, NH Scan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools Virtual Tour     Beautiful Home, Perfect Location. $ Click for current price 3 BEDROOMS 3 BATHROOMS (2 full / 1 half) 2268 Square Feet   The Woodlands. Ideal location. This Reversed Cape is located at the back of the lot. Full back dormered Cape. Generous sized rooms, 2.5 Baths, wood fireplace, screened in porch. One room on first floor used as a den, this Cape can be four bedrooms ... 06/27/2011

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info Portsmouth, NH Real Estate Dover, NH Real Estate Rochester, NH Real Estate Rye, NH Real Estate New Castle, NH Real Estate Greenland, NH Real Estate   Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth 888-723-0306 webrequest@verani.com   Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 57 Spinnaker Way Portsmouth, NH Scan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools     A Beautiful, Spacious Townhome $ Click for current price 3 BEDROOMS 3 BATHROOMS (3 full) 1651 Square Feet   This large townhome is 1 mile from downtown Portsmouth with easy access to I95. A pet friendly community with free memberships to t... 06/27/2011

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info Portsmouth, NH Real Estate Dover, NH Real Estate Rochester, NH Real Estate Rye, NH Real Estate New Castle, NH Real Estate Greenland, NH Real Estate   Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth 888-723-0306 webrequest@verani.com   Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 224-226 Bartlett Portsmouth, NH Scan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools     Portsmouth 2 Family Home $ Click for current price 4 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS (2 full) 1839 Square Feet Own this great 2 family home and have someone else help pay your mortgage. Whether you are an investor or a 1st time home buyer this is the... 06/24/2011

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info   Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth 888-723-0306 webrequest@verani.com   Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 17 CLEVELAND Portsmouth, NH Scan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools Virtual Tour     $20,000 price reduction! Great Location! Wonderful $ Click for current price 3 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS (1 full / 1 half) 1522 Square Feet   $20,000 price reduction! Great Location! Wonderful space in this 3BR, 1.5BA home in Elwyn Park. Living Room with brick Fireplace, Hardwood floors in the LR,DR,hallway and custom cherry built ins in the dining area. Slider off the Dining area... 06/23/2011

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info   Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth 888-723-0306 webrequest@verani.com   Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 97 Eastwood Drive Portsmouth, NH Scan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools     Built in 2002. This Executive home $ Click for current price 4 BEDROOMS 3 BATHROOMS (3 full) 3953 Square Feet   Built in 2002. This Executive home is ideally located in a desirable Portsmouth community on a dead end street. Foyer entrance w/ grand staircase, hardwood floors, formal LR, 2 home offices, formal dining room w/tray ceiling & ambiance inset lighting,large open gourmet eat ... 06/20/2011

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info Portsmouth, NH Real Estate Dover, NH Real Estate Rochester, NH Real Estate Rye, NH Real Estate New Castle, NH Real Estate Greenland, NH Real Estate   Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth 888-723-0306 webrequest@verani.com   Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 40 Pleasant Street, 1st Floor Portsmouth, NH Scan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools     -Successful 60 seat restaurant that has $ Click for current price   -Successful 60 seat restaurant that has all of the equipment and furniture ready to open. Property ahs a 20 year long history. No parking impact fees due. Exc... 06/17/2011

The Seacoast Family Food Pantry...Needs Your Support!When Diane Giese of The Seacoast Family Food Pantry graciously accepted my request to be interviewed, I jumped at the opportunity to meet with her. It is not everyday one gets the chance to interview the Executive Director of the oldest social service agency in New Hampshire.The Seacoast Family Food Pantry began in 1816 assisting families of fishermen and operating under the name of The Ladies Humane Society. Since that time, the agency has had five name changes and five different missions. One such mission, during WWII, was to operate as a day care to allow women to participate in the war effort. In 2007, the name Seacoast Family Food Pantry was adopted and its mission is to help low income individuals and families by providing food,... 06/03/2011

Flight 423...A Memorial Day Weekend Highlight For Pease Greeters For most of America, Memorial Day Weekend memories include outdoor barbecues, opening pools, gardening and landscape projects and being with family and friends, to recharge the batteries and get ready for the busy summer season ahead.Although I did spend much of this past weekend on garden and landscape projects, the highlight of this Memorial Day Weekend includes my "Pease Greeter" family and friends, welcoming Flight 423 to Pease International Airport, and meeting our men and women in the United States Air Force, who have made a brief fueling stop in Portsmouth, NH on their way to Iraq. A tradition beginning in 2005, the Pease Greeters have been welcoming returning troops home and sending troops off for overseas duty and... 06/01/2011

Here's a couple of new free stuff aps that some may find useful. First is called "NudgeMail" which sends you email reminders when you want to be reminded of something, e.g. appointment, birthday, whatever. You can set your email to just send you an email reminder on the appropiate date and/or time. I know lots of other stuff does the same thing but it's one more tool in your toolbox to keep you from missing something that's important or that you really want to do. It also synchronizes with Google Calendar. 'Fallin off a log' easy to use, free, and can be useful. next is a cool file sharing ap called "Ge.tt". Say you want to send a client a batch of new photos of his or her listing to get their OK or approval or just to show them you're working on their listing. Sending a big attachment ... 05/31/2011

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info   Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth 888-723-0306 webrequest@verani.com   Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 268C Lafayette Road Portsmouth, NH Scan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools     Ideal Portsmouth location: Open Floor plan. $ Click for current price 3 BEDROOMS 1 BATHROOMS (1 full) 1029 Square Feet   Ideal Portsmouth location: Open Floor plan. The whole yard at direct access from private patio area. Pets OK, plenty of parking. Laundry room made from one of the three bedrooms. Low fees. Easy commute. Great starter home and in Portsmouth. Rent it also. L2L 05/09/2011

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info   Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth 888-723-0306 webrequest@verani.com   Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 647 Portsmouth, NH Scan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools     Investment, Conversion, or live in the $ Click for current price | 2626 Square Feet   Investment, Conversion, or live in the largest unit and continue to rent out the other two. This 3 unit multi family is in good shape and is located in a fantastic downtown Portsmouth location. Lots of off street parking, 2 units have a 40 year rental history. Zoned GRA mixed use, residential, office. Lots of pos... 05/02/2011

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info Portsmouth, NH Real Estate Dover, NH Real Estate Rochester, NH Real Estate Rye, NH Real Estate New Castle, NH Real Estate Greenland, NH Real Estate   Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth Prudential Verani Realty Portsmouth 888-723-0306 webrequest@verani.com   Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 112 HIGHLAND STREET Portsmouth, NH Scan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools     Little Harbor district offers this lovely $ Click for current price | 5 BEDROOMS | 3 BATHROOMS (2 full / 1 half) | 3000 Square Feet   Little Harbor district offers this lovely 1900 Victorian home which marries antiquity with contemporar... 05/02/2011

I find it fun to explore hidden and little used roads, trails, and byways I come across. One cool road that has a lot to offer but gets very little use is Little Harbor Road near our home in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.   Turn off Sagamore Avenue just past the South Street Cemetery onto Little Harbor Road, it’s only about a mile to the dead end but it’s a beautiful walk or run through the little used, wooded road. First turn along the way is Currier Lane, a short little cul de sac with about 8 fairly modern homes. Continuing along Little Harbor Road you next come to Little Harbor Chapel on your left. Founded in 1902, the Chapel is an undemonimational church that has services only during the summer months of July and August. This beautiful little church in the woods is also available for w... 04/30/2011