Seacoast Real Talk with John Rice

John Rice hosts Seacoast Real Talk from Tate & Foss Sotheby’s International Realty with guest Sean Fellows, delivering a Seacoast (Southern Maine/New Hampshire) market report for the first four months of 2026: single-family sales are down 2% while condo sales are up 23.8%. January set records with Seacoast median prices exceeding $1M and strong sales, followed by a very slow February with lower me...

In this episode of Seacoast Real Talk with John Rice , John, an expert from Tate and Foss Sotheby's International Realty, provides a comprehensive update on the Southern Maine and New Hampshire Seacoast real estate market. Focusing on data from the end of 2025 and early 2026, John discusses market normalization, rising inventory, and the significant presence of high-end transactions. Key trends in...

In this episode of 'Seacoast Real Talk with John Rice,' John, Sean Fellows, and Michelle O'Dell discuss the latest trends and updates in the real estate market across Southern Maine and New Hampshire Seacoast as of September 2025. They cover significant property sales, including the landmark listing of the Ice House for $1.5 million and other notable multi-million-dollar transactions. John also pr...

Have you ever dreamed of the prospect of owning waterfront property complete with a private dock? We are pleased to share that our latest podcast episode features John Rice and Sean Fellows, who provide valuable perspectives on the intricacies of docks and moorings. Additionally, John shares his insightful SRT Quarterly Market Report, offering valuable analysis of market trends.   For more New Ham...

John has his SRT Marker Report, and we’ll tackle the big question: So, What about 2025? Where are we headed? Sean Fellows has insights and highlights from his Home Selling Guide!  Selling Your Home on the Seacoast in 2025: Your Ultimate Guide to Success If you're considering selling your home on the Seacoast this year, you're in the right place. With its stunning coastline, charming communities, a...

The information on Seacoast Real Talk today is a must know if you’re thinking of buying or selling.  Sean Fellows will discuss the new National Association of Realtors transparency laws. Plus, he will discuss the Fed’s latest interest rate drop and what that means to you.   But, hold onto your seats as John describes his new luxury listing: the exquisite Villa Como which is sited on 16.3 lovely ac...

John and Sean dive into all that Hampton Beach has to offer: Where to stay and play and most importantly, where to eat! And of course, John will break down the latest seacoast real estate stats with his thorough market report.    Contact John Rice HERE Contact Sean Fellows HERE Contact Michelle O'Dell HERE

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 r...

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. Fr...

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 las...

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...

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 Commissio...

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, an...

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 e...

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-...

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 Portsmout...

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 Fell...

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