• When Good Houses Go Bad: 3 Reasons Homes “Die” on the Market,Craig Priestly

    When Good Houses Go Bad: 3 Reasons Homes “Die” on the Market

    Why Some Homes in Southern Maine Go Cold (and How to Bring Yours Back to Life) Some listings rise fast and sell in days. Others end up in the graveyard of forgotten homes, buried under price cuts and low traffic. If your home in Southern Maine has gone cold this fall, it’s not cursed. It’s simply o

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  • How to Save for a Home in Maine Without Sacrificing Life’s Big Moments,Craig Priestly

    How to Save for a Home in Maine Without Sacrificing Life’s Big Moments

    Buying a home is one of life’s biggest milestones—but saving for it can feel impossible when rent, weddings, vacations, and day-to-day expenses pile up.   If you’re renting in Maine, you might already feel the pinch. As of 2025, the average rent for a one-bedroom in Portland is around $1,900 and cl

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  • Selling Your Home? Here’s What Buyers Will (and Won’t) Ignore,Craig Priestly

    Selling Your Home? Here’s What Buyers Will (and Won’t) Ignore

    When you’re getting ready to sell your home, it’s natural to look around and see every little thing you’ve “always meant to fix.” The crack in the driveway. The scuffed paint on the baseboards. The outlet that doesn’t work. Here’s the truth: buyers don’t see your house the same way you do. As homeo

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