Can’t Afford to Live in NH or MA? Leave! (Seriously, It’s Okay!)

Bailey Luthi
May 30
2 min read

Let’s get real for a second, friend. You’ve been scrolling Zillow deep into the night, watching cute Cape Cods and classic New England colonials slip just out of your price range. You’re battling 10-offer bidding wars, waiving inspections, offering to name your future child after the seller’s grandma... okay, maybe not that last one (yet).

Sound familiar?

If you’re feeling like you just can’t afford to live in New Hampshire or Massachusetts right now… I’m here to tell you something radical:

👉 Leave! Go where the buyers win.

Here’s the Deal: Our Market Is HOT 🔥

The NH + MA market is on fire right now. I’m talking:

Low inventory = everyone fighting over the same few listings
Homes going under contract in days (sometimes hours)
Prices creeping up higher and higher
Buyers waiving everything just to stay competitive

Look, I love my home states. There’s nothing like sipping coffee in a sunroom on a snowy New England morning or walking those cobblestone streets in Boston. But let’s call it like it is: this is a tough market for buyers, especially first-timers or those with tight budgets.

Meanwhile… It’s a Buyer’s Playground Elsewhere 🌵☀️🌴

While we’re sweating it out here, other parts of the country are flipping the script. Enter: the Sun Belt.

We’re talking places like:

✅ Florida

✅ Texas

✅ Arizona

✅ The Carolinas

✅ Tennessee

These regions are seeing price cuts, longer days on market, and motivated sellers. Why? Because after a wild run-up during the pandemic, demand has cooled off and inventory is hanging around longer. That means:

You can negotiate more
You might actually get a home inspection (imagine that!)
Sellers are offering incentives (closing costs, repairs, price drops)

Should You Stay or Should You Go?

Here’s the empowering truth: you have options. You don’t have to grind it out in NH or MA if it’s breaking your budget or draining your joy.

Ask yourself:

Could I work remotely or relocate to a more affordable region?
Do I want warmer weather, lower property taxes, and more house for my money?
Am I open to starting fresh somewhere new where I have more buying power?

If the answer is yes, friend—pack your bags! You could be living large in a gorgeous, affordable Sun Belt home while your New England friends are still duking it out in bidding wars.

But If You Do Stay…

I’m still here for you. 💛I help buyers navigate this intense market every day, and while it’s not easy, it’s not impossible. With the right strategy, the right lender, and a little creativity, you can still score a fantastic home right here in NH or MA.

Ready to Explore Your Options?

Whether you want to fight the good fight here in New England or you’re curious about leaving for greener (and sunnier) pastures, I’m your guide.

Can you see yourself here, or maybe there? Let’s talk! Shoot me a message, and let’s figure out where your dream home (and budget) will stretch the farthest. 🌎✨