Category Archives: Buyer Info

2015 Profile of Home Buyers & Sellers is released by NAR

Posted on November 20, 2015 by Terry Driscoll

Each year, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) releases its Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers.  While this information is useful for REALTORS®, like us, to keep up with changes and trends, it may also be of interest to consumers who are … Continue reading →

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What about VA Home Loans?

Posted on November 11, 2015 by Terry Driscoll

On this Veterans Day, we honor those who serve, and have served, our country with memorials and appreciation ceremonies both locally, and across the country. That we participate in these events is very important in terms of recognition, respect and remembrance, but more pragmatic benefits … Continue reading →

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The Most Popular Real Estate Closing Days

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Terry Driscoll

This week, the National Association of Realtors® is posting an interesting series of articles that look at 2014 real estate transactions ‘By the Numbers.” In the first post, Danielle Hale, Director of Housing Statistics, looked at the Most Popular Closing Dates … Continue reading →

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Accuracy Matters

Posted on July 25, 2014 by RealEstateInMaine

Accuracy Matters – Maine Home Realty “Rules”  !! Contact Terry or Jon today to learn how we can help you buy the home of your dreams!

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Finding, Buying & Keeping Your Maine Home

Posted on July 16, 2014 by Terry Driscoll

The Maine Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection recently published a 40 page guide entitled “DOWNEASTER Common Sense Guide – Finding, Buying and Keeping Your Maine Home.” As the economy has slowly emerged from the recession that began with the financial melt-down in … Continue reading →

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Maine Open House Weekend – May 3 & 4, 2014

Posted on April 25, 2014 by RealEstateInMaine

Attention Home Buyers!  Maine Open House Weekend is your opportunity to view homes with no obligation or commitment!  No broker will tell you to get pre-approved for a mortgage before viewing the property, and if you don’t want to receive follow-up phone calls and … Continue reading →

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Everyone Lives in a Flood Zone . . .

Posted on March 21, 2014 by RealEstateInMaine

According to NOAH computations, Maine is ranked 4th in the United States with regard to miles of coastline, so this is good news for the many coastal property owners here.  The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) actively advocated for the Homeowner … Continue reading →

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Buy a Home and Lower Your Taxes!

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Terry Driscoll

Because I just completed my own personal income tax returns, I was once again reminded of the tax benefits of home ownership! When Buyers are looking to purchase homes, there is usually a little bit of concern about taxes – as in, … Continue reading →

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Could You Be a Landlord?

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Terry Driscoll

Could You be a Landlord? Here’s a good article that offers food for thought if you’ve ever considered owning investment property.   This undertaking certainly isn’t for everyone, but with proper research and wise decision-making, you can reap financial rewards!  See … Continue reading →

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What is Maine Home Realty’s Market Area?

Posted on January 10, 2013 by RealEstateInMaine

People often ask, “What is Maine Home Realty’s Market Area?”  Well, depending on whether you ask Jon or Terry, you will most likely get a slightly different answer.  Did you know that in Maine, real estate professionals are licensed to … Continue reading →

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