Once again low inventory is forcing buyers to pay more. Inventory has been an issue all year and is the main cause for this. Another issue is that interest rates are starting to rise and … [Read more...] about Home Buyers Are Stepping Up
Archives for 2013
May 2013 – Real Estate Market Update
This market report gives you the real estate activity for the Greater Portland, Maine area. Everything went up last month except expired listings. Sold and pending went way up. In my eyes … [Read more...] about May 2013 – Real Estate Market Update
The Easy, Fun Way to Spring Clean Your Deck or Patio
The spring cleaning chore with the most fun potential is prepping your deck or patio for spring. Here’s how to do it with a touch of fun.Water toy #1: A pressure washerIf you don’t have a pressure … [Read more...] about The Easy, Fun Way to Spring Clean Your Deck or Patio
Green Kitchen Countertops: 3 Eco-Friendly Choices
Save money over granite and be kind to your home planet. How? Pick a green kitchen countertop material when you remodel your kitchen.What’s green? Green kitchen countertops feature recycled or … [Read more...] about Green Kitchen Countertops: 3 Eco-Friendly Choices
Home Prices Are On The Rise!
With all the buyer activity and the fact that we are making a dent in the distressed properties prices are staring to go up and normal levels. Depending on the neighborhood you live in you may … [Read more...] about Home Prices Are On The Rise!
March 2013 – Real Estate Market Update
This market report gives you the real estate activity for the Greater Portland, Maine area. Every number went up from last month. The market still seems to be turning toward a sellers market. … [Read more...] about March 2013 – Real Estate Market Update
Turning to a Sellers Market
Over the last few months I have talked a lot about inventory. I will continue until it changes. Inventory keeps going down as buyers get into the market place. Very recently, I have … [Read more...] about Turning to a Sellers Market
February 2013 – Real Estate Market Update
This market report gives you the real estate activity for the Greater Portland, Maine area. Inventory is still a big problem and prices are starting to jump because of that. The market seems to … [Read more...] about February 2013 – Real Estate Market Update
Top 5 Luxury Home Amenities
Luxury real estate is known for providing owners with peace and tranquility no matter what the setting around their home is. When searching for luxury homes, many people include the amount and type of … [Read more...] about Top 5 Luxury Home Amenities
Real Estate – Return on Investment
I have shown a similar graphic in the past but here is an updated version. Since 2000, real estate has proven to be a solid investment. Thanks, … [Read more...] about Real Estate – Return on Investment