Post Written By: Kim Cedarstrom licensed Residential and Commercial Realtor®
e-mail: kcedarstrom@rocherealty.com


The chance to own a waterfront vacation home may seem out of reach if you only look at the upper end of the price spectrum where the prices for Lake Winnipesaukee waterfront homes can reach the six million plus range, but there are alternatives....

Posted written by Frank Roche, President, Roche Realty Group, Inc.

Meredith, NH—During the period 1/1/2013 to 5/3/2013 Roche Realty Group, Inc. experienced a 61% increase in total sales volume compared to the same period during 2012, according to Frank Roche, president of Roche Realty Group, with offices in Meredith and Laconia. “We are very pleased with the encouraging sales...

Laconia, NH—A historic former hosiery mill located at the dam at 151 Elm Street in Laconia has recently been sold. The brick and clapboard, four story structure was built in 1890 and underwent extensive renovations in the year 2000. John Goodhue of Roche...

Lake Winnipesaukee… home to over 72 square miles of immense beauty. When you ask most people about their favorite experience on the lake, they usually respond with memories of shimmering red sunsets, evening boat cruises to Meredith, or hot summer days anchored in one...

During 2012 we experienced a strong year for Lake Winnipesaukee waterfront sales. There were 123 waterfront mainland homes sold (excluding island sales, condos, and land). This resulted in a 30% increase over the preceding year in unit waterfront sales, and our best year since 2007....

Post written by Frank Roche, President, Roche Realty Group, Inc.



On March 21, 2013 PK Zyla, a well-known auctioneer and Realtor®, and Roche Realty Group assisted the Lakes Region Chemistry-Free After-Prom committee in spear heading an auction at John Cook’s Mame’s in...

Post written by Frank Roche, President, Roche Realty Group, Inc.



The landmark Christmas Island Resort located on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee has recently been sold. John Ganong of Roche Realty Group in Meredith was the listing agent and Joe...

Post written by Frank Roche, President, Roche Realty Group, Inc.



Romeo Lacasse, developer of Willow Pond at Long Bay in Laconia on Lake Winnipesaukee announced the final home sale in this planned community. Joseph MacDonald and Steven Welch of Roche Realty Group,...

Post By: Kim Cedarstrom Realtor / Consultant Roche Realty Group / Granite State Advisors. Contact Kim at: kcedarstrom@rocherealty.com

The Northern Pass debate was featured in the just arrived Yankee Magazine and brought me to think that there was some fodder for an article that might take a different look or at least discover another point of view based on a question...

Post written by Frank Roche, President, Roche Realty Group, Inc.



…The Dow Jones Industrial average surged to a record high this week climbing to 14.344, past the highs seen in 2007 just prior to the onset of the financial crisis.

…Europe shares hit their highest...

Post written by Frank Roche, President, Roche Realty Group, Inc.

A few more things to research before you settle on your dream lake home:



Fishermen—know your lakes!
Visit the Fish and Game website (www.wildlife.state.nh.us), visit local bait and tackle...

Post written by Frank Roche, President, Roche Realty Group, Inc.




There are so many things to consider when preparing to buy a lake house in the Lakes Region, such as:

What type of boat traffic?
Tranquility, quiet lapping of the waves or boat turbulence...

By Kim Cedarstrom Realtor/Consultant
kcedarstrom@rocherealty.com

During a recent conversation with a client who was considering purchasing a second home for a vacation spot for his family, the subject of recent market trends came up. In their professional life the client was involved in the financial industry, and dealt constantly with a world driven and controlled...

Post written by Frank Roche, President, Roche Realty Group, Inc.



So now that you’ve defined your search for a lake house, what’s the next step?


Decide the distance. How far from your primary home?
Lakes are all over the U.S. A lake...

Post written by Frank Roche, President, Roche Realty Group, Inc.



For many individuals the thought of owning a lake home is a dream. For others it becomes a reality…a dream come true.

For some it is a weekend getaway, for others, a permanent year-round residence...