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Index of affordability in New Hampshire tied for poorest showing in 2025
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Bankruptcy filings in New Hampshire increased in March, but while there were 415 filings — 64 more than in February, but 137, or 25 percent, fewer than March 2011.It was the 15th straight monthly decrease year over year, and the fewest number of bankruptcies filed in March since 2008.Five New Hampshire filed for bankruptcy: • Jason Curtis Outdoor Services Inc., Deerfield, filed March 2, Chapter 11. Assets: $2,038,669. Liabilities: $837,033. • Equipment Environments Inc., Hudson, filed March 16, Chapter 7. Assets: $46,218. Liabilities: $909,493. • Premier Produce & Provisions LLC, Salem, filed March 20, Chapter 7. Assets: $100,000 to $500,000. Liabilities: $50 to $100,000. • Seascape Inn, LLC of Hampton, Hampton, filed March 27, . Chapter 11. Assets: Less than $50,000. Liabilities: $500,000 to $1 million. • Loverme Family Inc.,dba Elisha’s Restaurant, Milford, filed March 28, Chapter 7. Assets: $0. Liabilities: $63,702. — BOB SANDERS/NEW HAMPSHIRE BUSINESS REVIEW
Index of affordability in New Hampshire tied for poorest showing in 2025
New Hampshire should insist that its citizens receive surgery from properly trained surgeons by asking legislators to reject HB 349
HB 155 would cut the Business Enterprise Tax by 0.05%. On paper, that sounds “pro-business.” In reality, it’s a distraction that saves most businesses pennies while pulling an estimated $23 million out of an already strained state budget, says small business owner Jesse Lore.
As 2025 comes to an end, many Granite Staters are feeling the same things. Groceries cost more. Housing costs and property taxes are up. Health care is harder to afford and access.
How to build a stronger entrepreneurial ecosystem
Achieving financial independence — that is, living comfortably while knowing your money will last — is a goal shared by many.
Real estate transactions in New Hampshire invariably carry tax consequences. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or advisor, thoughtful tax planning is critical to preserving value and avoiding costly missteps.
Since 2020, our research team at the University of New Hampshire — the New Hampshire Youth Retention Initiative (YRI) — has been studying how young people view the Granite State as a place to live, learn and work.
The people of New Hampshire are facing unprecedented economic challenges — no one has been spared from rising grocery bills, increased rent and utility costs, and even higher car insurance premiums.