From mortgage interest to property tax deductions, here are the tax tips you need to get a jump on your returns.Owning a home can pay off at tax time. Take advantage of these … [Read more...] about Don’t Miss These Home Tax Deductions

Here is what some big names are saying about 2015.  Its starting to get busy already even with all this snow. Stay warm,Dougdoug@makemaineyourhome.com … [Read more...] about 2015 Home Sales Projections

As internet housing databases grow and real estate market details become more easily accessed, an increasingly large number of new homebuyers are attempting to face the rigors of house hunting on … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Working with a Real Estate Agent when Buying a Home – Guest Post

Inventory is still low and buyers are still looking but getting frustrated.Thanks,Dougdoug@makemaineyourhome.com … [Read more...] about Inventory is Still Low

Looks like rates may go up in 2015 but they are still pretty low.Thanks,Dougdoug@makemaineyourhome.com … [Read more...] about Mortgage Rate Projections or 2015

Wouldn't it be nice to approach your home’s entrance with a grin instead of a grimace? Take our tips for beating a clear, safe, and stylish path to your front door.First impressions count — not just … [Read more...] about 11 Ways to Create a Welcoming Front Entrance for Under $100

This graphic says it all.Thanks,Dougdoug@makemaineyourhome.com … [Read more...] about Homeowners Net Worth Is Much Higher Than Renters

When you live in Maine, a mudroom is almost a must-have. But how many of us ignore this secondary entryway, leaving it unattended and unorganized? Fortunately, there are simple ways to transform your … [Read more...] about Mudroom Makeover: 5 Tips to Make this Space More Functional

Labor Day through Halloween is your window for preparing lawns for a lush spring.Although spring lawn care gets all the attention, fall lawn care is the make-it or break-it season for … [Read more...] about Fall Lawn Care: 4 Ways to Say G’Night For The Winter

Moving can be a daunting experience, especially when you have a boat. Whether you’re moving to Maine for the first time or simply moving from Portland to York or Camden, you’ll need to know what it … [Read more...] about Coastal Living: How to Move Your Boats and Other Watercraft