Oct. 7, 2021

Build Off-Grid in Maine

If you're considering building on the perfect waterfront parcel in Maine, maybe this will inspire you.  Check out this gorgeous, modern design for an off-grid home and just picture it on your oceanfront or lakefront parcel.

https://www.dwell.com/article/manitoulin-island-off-grid-house-solares-a9e88f41/6760357577282113536

Posted in Homes and Property
Feb. 28, 2021

You CAN react quickly enough to get that house

Hi there - As with many areas around the country now, Maine is going through a very hot real estate market with not enough homes out there to satisfy the demand for buyers.  But, you CAN act quickly enough to snag that home you love, before someone else gets it.  Even if you're out of state. Here's how...

  1. Review photos and virtual tour for the home, if available. We can even try to do a live video walkthrough of the home using FaceTime, Zoom, etc.

  2. Ready to make an offer? We can do it very quickly. You do not need to worry about earnest money deposit just to make an offer. That only comes into play if your offer is accepted, and even then you have several days to mail it in. In the offer, we will request 3-4 weeks so that we can complete all "due diligence". This includes any and all inspections you may want to have done on the home. If you're not happy with the results of inspections, the contract contains means for you to withdraw.

So, don't let this hectic and seemingly frantic real estate market get you down. Using this approach, you can still react very quickly when a new listing pops up that you love. Just contact us right away at (207) 370-8894. We look forward to getting you that Maine home of your dreams!

Posted in Market Updates
Feb. 22, 2021

Building a Modern Tiny Home

Check out this recent article from Downeast Magazine.  You too can build your own modern home in Maine.  Call John today to get started - 207-370-8894

https://mainehomes.com/modern-lincolnville-abode/

Tiny Homes in Maine

** Image courtesy of Downeast Magazine

Posted in Homes and Property
Oct. 28, 2020

New Owners - Sherri and Jim

SOLD - $225,000 for Oceanfront Home with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath

I am excited to welcome Sherri and Jim who are the new owners of 38 Petit Point in Milbridge, Maine.  We know that you're going to just love your new Rays Point neighborhood, just a few miles from downtown Milbridge.  For more homes like this, just call John today at (207) 370-8894.

Click here for details on this home

Posted in Homes and Property
July 1, 2020

The Market is HOT!!

Summer is here, and the market for coastal waterfront homes in Maine has really picked up over the past month or two.  Many lovely homes are only staying on the market for a few days or a couple weeks.  If you see something you really like, don't wait!  Call me soon at 207-370-8894.  I want to help you!!

Posted in Market Updates
April 20, 2020

Still Showing during these Hard Times

These are difficult times for all of us as we struggle with the Coronavirus. However, I did want to mention that Maine real estate is still considered essential business by our governor.  So, with the help of some strict rules and available personal protection, we can still welcome you to showings. Alternatively, don't hesitate to contact us and we'll find a way to do a live virtual tour for you by using Zoom, FaceTime, etc.  Just ask!

Posted in Market Updates
May 22, 2019

Such a Beautiful Song!

I can never seem to get a glimpse of the Hermit Thrush, but I hear its intoxicating song from now until August! Take a listen and come hear them for yourself - come to Downeast Maine. 

https://youtu.be/o0mATRdzZSc

 

Posted in Downeast Nature
April 25, 2019

SOLD - in Milbridge, Maine

We worked closely with Mary Margaret and Tom to sell their beautiful, oceanfront home in under two months!  As you can see, the coast of Downeast Maine is just gorgeous, with wide vistas overlooking islands, peninsulas and toward rolling hills. We can help find this style home starting around $175,000.  For more details on this SOLD listing - click here.

Posted in Homes and Property
April 12, 2019

Gotta Love these Home Prices!

Affordable Downeast Maine!

Oceanfront home prices are so much lower here – from 25%-70% lower than the southern Maine coast, in fact! Based on real data from 2017-today, oceanfront homes in Hancock County can be 25-30% lower, whereas Washington County can be a whopping 60-70% lower. Add in the benefits of fewer tourists, a bold rocky coast and a laid-back way of life. Come check out Downeast Maine now!

Posted in Homes and Property
March 10, 2019

Acadia Birding Festival

Since 2006, this spring festival has drawn bird lovers and nature lovers to Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor and the surrounding Mount Desert Island (MDI).  In 2019, the festival runs May 30-June 2, 2019.  Make plans to come and see birds such as the lovable puffins, gannets, razorbills, murres, terns, shearwaters, fulmars and many more!

You can find all of the details here:  https://www.acadiabirdingfestival.com/

 

Atlantic Puffin    Razorbill and Common Murre

All photos by Becky Marvil 

Posted in Local Events