New Hampshire

Sustainability Resources

The Real Estate industry is one of the most environmentally damaging industries in the world accounting for:
30%
of total carbon dioxide
40%
of all energy
40%
of all raw materials
Our goal is to give you the resources you need to take sustainable action in improving, building, retrofitting and revamping your home. The impacts are real, the benefits significant, and the need critical. Join us in bringing sustainability home and creating a brighter future for all, starting with you.

Save money and do the world a favor!
Here's a list of Sustainability Initiatives in the area:

Energy Star Search Engine

Energy Efficient Products: appliances, electronics, lighting, building materials, etc.

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Materials Carbon Footprint Database

Material database used to assess carbon output of material production.

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Equipment Tax Credits for Primary Residences

Energy Star: Equipment tax credits for primary residences. Includes tax credits associated to residential energy property costs and energy efficient improvements that qualify for a tax credit. **new construction and rentals DO NOT apply must be an existing home AND their principal residence. EXPIRES December 31, 2021

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New Hampshire FAQs

Is New Hampshire a judicial or non-judicial state?

Non-Judicial

In a non-judicial foreclosure state, the lender does not need to go through the court system in order to foreclose on a property. This process can be quicker and less expensive for the lender compared to a judicial foreclosure.
In a non-judicial foreclosure state, the lender does not need to go through the court system in order to foreclose on a property. This process can be quicker and less expensive for the lender compared to a judicial foreclosure.

What is the process of closing on a property in New Hampshire?

Attorneys conduct real estate closings. Conveyance is by warranty or quitclaim deed. Mortgages are the customary security instruments. Lenders may foreclosure through judicial action or through whatever power of sale was written into the mortgage originally. Entry, either by legal action or by taking possession peaceably in the presence of two witnesses, is possible under certain legally stated conditions. There is a one-year right-of-redemption period. The people of New Hampshire use ALTA owner’s and lender’s policies. Buyers pay all closing costs and title fees except for the documentary tax; that’s shared with the sellers. Property tax payment dates vary across the state.

Property Taxes in New Hampshire?

Varies across the state.

In New Hampshire, does a property management company require a real estate broker's license?

YES. Key components of property management (renting, leasing and collecting rents) are considered real estate activities under existing New Hampshire real estate licensing laws. If a property manager is going to lease, rent, list, collect rents, procure prospects or negotiate, assist, or offer to perform any of those acts, he or she will need a broker's license. A salesperson working under a broker may engage in such activities.

Are there any exceptions to the requirement that a property manager have a broker's license in New Hampshire?

YES. For example, an owner, builder or tenant of real estate (and their employees with respect to the subject property) who do not hold themselves out as real estate brokers. For more information about these and other New Hampshire property management requirements and exceptions, please contact the New Hampshire Real Estate Commission. Before hiring a property manager to manage your New Hampshire rental property, you should always check that he or she is licensed appropriately. You can check the license status of New Hampshire property managers at the Commission's online license check webpage.

Do you need a broker's license to manage community associations in New Hampshire?

A broker's license is not required to manage community associations or condo associations in New Hampshire.

New Hampshire Real Estate Broker Requirements

Attorneys conduct real estate closings. Conveyance is by warranty or quitclaim deed. Mortgages are the customary security instruments. Lenders may foreclosure through judicial action or through whatever power of sale was written into the mortgage originally. Entry, either by legal action or by taking possession peaceably in the presence of two witnesses, is possible under certain legally stated conditions. There is a one-year right-of-redemption period. The people of New Hampshire use ALTA owner’s and lender’s policies. Buyers pay all closing costs and title fees except for the documentary tax; that’s shared with the sellers. Property tax payment dates vary across the state.

New Hampshire Real Estate Salesperson Requirements

Varies across the state.

How do property ownership transfers work in New Hampshire?

Warranty

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