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Seacoast Real Talk with John Rice

11 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratings

John Rice is the real deal. A true New Hampshire seacoast native who was born in Portsmouth. His family goes all the way back to the 1700’s as they worked for the colony’s royal governors and were part of the committee that welcomed newly installed president George Washington in 1789. No wonder he knows something about the Seacoast!

Fast forward to today, John has been the Seacoast Board of REALTORS chief statistician for more than 10 years. A recognized expert on local real estate values, his monthly news releases and interviews appears in newspapers throughout the state. He authored a weekly real estate column in the Portsmouth Herald and has done interviews for National Public Radio and the New York Times.

A real estate broker in New Hampshire and Maine for over 47 years, John Rice has represented important properties on both sides of the Piscataqua River. He has been the Seacoast Board’s REALTOR of the Year and won its Distinguished Service Award. John is also a former president of the New Hampshire Association of REALTORS. When it comes to SEACOAST REAL TALK, here is the insider with knowledge and expertise you won’t find anywhere else.

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Episodes

So, You Want to Be a Volunteer on the Seacoast?

February 15, 2024 18:09 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MB

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 ...

A Portsmouth Update and How to Enjoy the Winter Months!

November 23, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MB

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 Mic...

Exploring the Berwicks

August 17, 2023 12:00 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MB

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!    email...

Let's Go to the Beach!

May 04, 2023 21:27 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

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® ...

So, You Want to Buy an Antique Home?

February 23, 2023 18:33 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

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, t...

So, You Want to Live on a Golf Course?

November 15, 2022 18:14 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

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 ...

So You Want Waterfront Property on the Seacoast?

August 11, 2022 17:53 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

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 ru...

Recreation and Things to Do Away from the Seacoast!

May 13, 2022 14:38 - 27 minutes - 37.1 MB

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. ...

13 Sample Seacoast Towns and Beyond

February 24, 2022 16:22 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MB

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 w...

Why Choose the Seacoast Lifestyle?

October 21, 2021 15:11 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MB

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    Contact John Rice HERE Contact Sean Fellows HERE Contact Michelle O'Dell HERE

Seacoast Real Talk Trailer

October 15, 2021 17:12 - 41 seconds - 633 KB

Seacoast Real Talk with John Rice A Podcast Exploring Southern Maine and NH Seacoast Real Estate and Real Life John Rice is the recognized expert of the Seacoast market with the kind of insight that only comes with  over 47 years of experience. Brought to you by Tate and Foss Sotheby’s International Realty in Rye, NH. Contact John Rice HERE Contact Sean Fellows HERE Contact Michelle O'Dell HERE