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We’ve hit the halfway point of 2026!
The first half of 2026 is behind us, as crazy as that is to say, and we’ve been having a lot of conversations in our office this summer about what is actually happening in the Maine market versus what people assume is happening. So let’s walk through the numbers, and...
Thinking About Moving But Worried About Your Rate?
Most of the homeowners I sit down with lately are people who have reasons to move: their house is bigger than they need because the kids moved out, they want to be closer to family, or they’ve been eyeing a Lakes Region property for years, and the timing finally feels...
Dreaming of a Maine Lake Life?
The first thing I ask anyone who comes to me wanting to buy a camp on one of Maine’s waterfronts is this: Are you thinking seasonal, or do you want to be there year-round? It sounds like a simple question, but the answer I receive shapes all aspects of the search....
Your Sunday Morning, Reimagined
Maine’s known for its slow Sunday mornings. The day has no real agenda, maybe stopping by the small cafe on the corner for a coffee, and a trip to the farmers’ market. In South Portland, that morning is available every week from mid-May to October, and if you live in...
March in Southern Maine
Across Cumberland and York counties, March brings a handful of traditions that Mainers look forward to every year. It’s the month where we start looking for reasons to get out of the house again! One of the clearest signs that the seasons are changing is the arrival...
Mortgage Rate Forecasts for the Next Five Years
Every winter, the media starts circulating predictions for mortgage rates. Forecasts for 2026, 2027, and even 2030 have suggested that mortgage rates may settle somewhere in the low-to-mid 6% range, with modest fluctuations rather than dramatic drops. This is very...
What Maine’s 2025 Housing Numbers Mean for Southern Maine Buyers and Sellers
The statewide housing numbers for 2025 are in, and while the headlines point to growth, the more meaningful story shows up closer to home. According to year-end data released by the Maine Association of REALTORS, single-family home sales across Maine increased in...
Day in the Life: A Winter Weekend
Picture this: It is a Saturday morning in December in Southern Maine. The kind of quiet has settled in that shows up after an unexpected dusting. The air feels sharp, the sky is pale, and there is a thin layer of snow on the porch you will sweep off later. Homes shift...
Home for the Holidays: Your Guide to Maine’s Local Markets, Makers & Ways to Give Back
It’s tiiiiiime! Holiday lights (thank you, Blingle!) have begun to line main streets, barns are transforming into markets, and it's almost time to turn to WHOM to hear all the holiday classics (they’ll be kicking off Christmas music on Nov. 21!). For those of us who...
What Makes a Strong Offer (Beyond Just the Price)
If you’re planning to buy a home this fall or winter, you’ve probably heard that you need to “come in strong” with your offer. But what does this actually mean? Most assume it’s all about price, but when inventory is tight and multiple offers are still on the table,...