This episode marks the 10th for Seacoast Real Talk with John Rice, and he has his first guest:  Anne Hayes executive director of Gather, a dedicated team working to end hunger on the Seacoast. Gather's focus on streamlined internal systems, processes and controls ensures that every dollar donated has a big impact on hunger. 90¢ of every dollar donated to Gather goes directly toward local hunger relief. And so many programs to help folks in need! Plus, John and Sean discuss the Real Estate market numbers and so many other Volunteer Opportunities in and around the Seacoast.  Don't be s ..read more

Happy Thanksgiving!  From all of us here at Seacoast Real Talk we wish you a hearty and happy holiday season. This episode is full of useful market information specifically regarding the “home” of Seacoast Real Talk: Portsmouth. John has some good news for buyers in that area. Sean will help us learn how to NOT hibernate the entire winter season with some great ideas for getting out of doors. From the beach to brew pubs he’s got you covered!   Email John HERE Email Sean HERE Email Michelle O'Dell HERE ..read more

In today’s episode John’s Market Update includes the key points he shared with many TV stations and newspapers eager to understand the recent real estate activity. He’ll also share the smallest to biggest sales in the last six months and wait until you hear the vast difference! We’ll learn negotiating strategy from one of the Seacoast’s hottest Realtors, Sean Fellows and we’ll be exploring the last affordable frontier in the area: The Berwicks, where there is plenty do or not do!    ..read more

Let’s go to the beach and there are plenty of them in southern Maine and the New Hampshire seacoast. John will discuss his favorite lesser known spots for peace and quiet and for dog walking. But if you need to entertain the whole family he tells you where to go for a full-on beach experience which includes boardwalks, casinos and everything in between. Plus, as always John has an up-to-the-minute market report with detailed observations of the latest real estate news.  John Rice, Realtor® Associate Broker NH & ME Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Realty 566 Washington Road Rye ..read more

John starts off with his Market Review and you can decide if it’s a sellers or a buyers market. Listen to John as a guest with Roger Wood on the InDepthNH podcast. He'll review some of his statics from 2022 and look ahead to 2023.  And finally, So, You Want to Buy an Antique Home?  John will discuss some nitty-gritty reasons not to tackle the exorbitant costs and the Historical District Commissions’ rules and regulations, (GHOSTS), but as John knows from living in a few over the years, there are plenty of reasons that make owning a historical property worth it all. Reach John Rice HE ..read more

This episode is chocked full of useful and current information. John talks about the market and he has interesting statistics regarding the changing interest rates and how that impacts southern Maine and New Hampshire Seacoast real estate.   What’s going on with millennials and the Granite State? Some very good news! Sean has an interesting rundown on the ample golf courses around the seacoast, and a couple of pros and cons to consider before you call a golf course property home. Contact John here Contact Sean here For help with your own podcast show contact Michelle here ..read more

Have you ever driven by a gorgeous home right on the water and think to yourself, “I want that.” Well, perhaps we all have, and John and Sean are here to discuss how much THAT will set you back!   Plus, in search of the best fried clams? They unscientifically asked their Tate and Foss colleagues to tell them what their favorite fried clam restaurant is and the results are in! All this and a real estate market update to keep you informed with the latest data.     Petey’s in Rye seems to run away with it and Bob’s Clam Hut comes in a close second. Woodman’s in Massachusetts and Wa ..read more

Yes, this podcast show is called Seacoast Real Talk but, in this episode, we’re going to tell you about fun things to do away from the seacoast. Sean and John have the latest market report numbers for the 13 Sample Seacoast Towns. What’s the state of real estate so far in 2022 with mortgage interest rates now exceeding 5%? They have the latest news for you. John profiles Wyndham, NH, the only non-seacoast town in Rockingham County where lots of houses sell for more than a million dollars.  John is featured in NH Realtor Magazine and did a commercial podcast with Laura Knoy of NPR and we’l ..read more

John and new addition to the show, Sales Associate with Tate and Foss, Sean Fellows have a lot to discuss in this episode: understanding the beautiful 13 sample seacoast towns and a few of the surrounding towns.  Plus we have the Tate and Foss Market Watch, and a spotlight on two towns similar in lifestyle, but with big differences in tax rates. John talks about the story he did with the Portsmouth Herald on affordability which they are defining as $450,000 and below. And finally, what can we expect in 2022? John and Sean share their thoughts on the year ahead and how to make the most of ..read more

In this first episode John Rice will tell you all about the seacoast way of life and why this area has so much to offer. This place is brimming with history, amenities, and things-to-do. He will also talk about the latest numbers, the Market Today and what to know before you dive into 2021 Real Estate.         Tate and Foss Sotheby's International Realty    ..read more