Badger Peabody & Smith Blog

Town Meeting Day happened recently, so I heard lots of chatter from folks in the town I reside in, work in, and the others that surround both of those places. I will admit—a bit sheepishly—that I was not well-informed on what was up for vote in my town, but I made a vow to prioritize being educated on it for next year. However, I heard from a friend of mine who lives in the town over that they were voting on some sort of zoning amendment regarding regulations around what could be left out and visible in landowners' yards.

I have to say, I was a bit surprised by this. In the land of Live Free or Die, I kind of just always figured you could keep whatever you wanted in your yard, within reason of course. I suppose the whole "within reason" part is why ord...

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North Conway, NH - Badger Peabody & Smith Realty is pleased to welcome Ashley MacPherson, REALTOR®, to the company's North Conway, New Hampshire office. Ashley brings strong local knowledge, a service-focused mindset, and a commitment to guiding buyers and sellers through every stage of the real estate process in the Mount Washington Valley and surrounding communities.

Ashley joins one of the region's most established real estate brokerages, known for its deep roots in New Hampshire and trusted leadership across residential, vacation, and investment real estate markets.

A Local Real Estate Professional Focused on Client Success

As a REALTOR® wit...

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As the calendar turns to spring, warmer weather makes it the perfect time to get out and about in north-central New Hampshire. And even better, spring brings many events and shows to the area that will make for fun additions to your seasonal plans. Our real estate agents suggest the following spring shows and events to add to your calendar:

A Guide to Spring 2026 Shows and Events in NH

The Beauty of Mud: An Exhibition of Fine Craft Pottery

Address: League of N.H. Craftsmen Gallery, 81 Main St., Littleton, NH 03561...

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If you're new to buying property, navigating a mortgage can be a bit of a learning curve. Often, potential new homeowners on the market for their first property will wonder about the specifics of a pre-approval. And they may wonder, is it possible for their pre-approval to turn into a rejection at the time of the offer?

The short answer is yes. You can be denied a mortgage even after a pre-approval. But that isn't something to fear if you know how to avoid it from happening to you. While a pre-approval is a preliminary assessment, it is not a final loan guarantee, and the circumstances that contributed to the approval can shift and turn it into a denial if you're not careful. It can easily be revoked...

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If you're dreaming of a kitchen makeover but you're on a budget, there are ways to upgrade without breaking the bank. With the right planning, materials, and some creativity, you can update your kitchen to something beautiful and fresh without spending too much.

1. Painting walls and cabinets in modern shades. One of the most affordable ways to easily upgrade your kitchen is to focus on painting the walls in light, airy, and neutral shades. The same is true of cabinets. When you turn them either white, sage, or navy, it can provide a fresh aesthetic that opens up the space or lends a more sophisticated look.
   
   
2. Tweak hardware with sleeker details. Another simple...

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