Posts from August 2022
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Today's Housing Market | A 20,000' View
Today's housing market conditions are truly unique and have never been seen before. The genesis of this housing cycle came about as a result of the 2008 Great Financial Crisis (GCF). The GFC and related housing crash caused a contraction in the broader housing industry and those effects are still with us today.
At that time, homeownership rates for American families were at 69%, the highest they have even been, and the annual residential resales were nearly 7 million units. This is compared to today's rates of 64% and 5 million respectively. As we can see by these numbers, this housing cycle is far off that of the GFC.
The story of today's market is about inve...
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National Trail Mix Day: Trail Mix Recipes for Your Northern New England Hikes
Is trail mix the perfect food? Also known by the whimsical name of "gorp," trail mix is nutritious, portable, and easy to make yourself. Join our real estate agents in celebrating National Trail Mix Day on Wednesday, August 31 by whipping up a batch of one (or more!) of these great trail mix recipes.
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6 Tips to Help Maintain Your Water Softener
If your home has hard water, a water softener is an excellent addition to your property to help you reduce your water consumption, enhance the quality of your water, and get your dishes and clothes as clean as possible.
Like any system, a water softener needs periodic attention to function properly. Our real estate agents suggest following these maintenance tips to prolong the lifespan of your water softener and maximize its performance.
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Your Guide to Maine Oysters
The oyster industry in Maine doubled in size between 2020 and 2021, with new oyster farmers setting up shop to help keep up with high demand. Of course, fresh, local oysters are a common sight on tables at seafood restaurants across Maine, and locals get to enjoy the harvest before anyone else.
Maine oysters are popular in part because there's so much diversity, with a wide...
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Update Your Front Yard With These Tips
You only get one chance to make a good first impression. The same holds true when it comes to selling your home.
Your front yard is at the center of your home's curb appeal, which is a term used to describe how your home appears from the street. If you think about it, your front yard is the first thing people see when pulling up to your home. It's clearly visible to visitors, anyone who drives by, Google Maps, and most importantly, potential buyers who are thinking about scheduling a tour of your listing.
As a result, our real estate agents always recommend giving your front yard a bit of extra love before listing your home on the market. Luckily, there are many easy and affordable ways to improve your yard this summer. If you want to make your yard stand out, we have a list of ideas for you:
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