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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PRESS CONTACT: Derrick Buckspan, Broker Owner 207.553.7500 | derrick@shorelineagents.com RE/MAX Riverside becomes The Riverside Group, RE/MAX Shoreline. Brokers Sue and Don

Ten years ago, RE/MAX Shoreline opened with a simple belief: The best real estate experiences are created by great agents who are deeply connected to the communities they serve.That belief still

RE/MAX Shoreline is proud to welcome Matt Narowetz to its growing team of real estate professionals. Specializing in commercial real estate, Matt brings entrepreneurial insight, a strong work ethic,

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASERE/MAX Shoreline Reports on Q3 2025 Market: Rising Activity, Easing Rates, and Renewed Confidence Among BuyersPortland, Maine – October 14, 2025 – RE/MAX Shoreline

RE/MAX Shoreline is proud to announce that Ken Anderson has joined its growing team of real estate professionals. Based in the Greater Portland area, Ken brings a unique blend of precision,

Maine Transfer Tax Changes Effective November 1, 2025If you’re planning to buy or sell property in Maine, it’s important to be aware of upcoming changes to the Maine Real Estate Transfer

RE/MAX Shoreline is thrilled to announce that Katie Hatch, an experienced Realtor and licensed Associate Broker, has joined the brokerage.A Maine native, Katie began her real estate career in 2006,

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASERE/MAX Shoreline Shares Q2 2025 Portland Market Insights Amid Rising Inventory and Evolving Buyer ExpectationsPortland, Maine – July 9, 2025 – RE/MAX Shoreline has

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASERE/MAX Shoreline Reports on Portland’s Q1 2025 Real Estate Market Amid Shifting National TrendsPortland, Maine – April 7, 2025 – RE/MAX Shoreline has released

Maine Continues to Attract Homebuyers Nationwide, According to New Maine Listings ReportPortland, ME – January 28, 2025 - Maine remains a top destination for homebuyers, with the latest report

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASERE/MAX Shoreline Reports on Portland’s Real Estate Market: 2024 Ends on a High Note Amid Shifting TrendsPortland, Maine - January 9th, 2025 - RE/MAX Shoreline has released

Why Falmouth, Maine, Feels Like HomeNestled along Maine’s stunning coastline, Falmouth is more than just a town—it’s a way of life. With its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant

Join us for a fun 'watch party' at the office while we tune into the live Zoom webinar together.  You'll leave with: A refreshed mindset on what it takes to win big in 2025Tools to

Join us on June 13th at RE/MAX Shoreline, 88 Middle St, Portland Maine for a Mid-Year Business Refresh.  Discover practical strategies to assess progress and realign with your goals.  Hear

Join Derrick Buckspan and RE/MAX Shoreline's Jeremy Bennett.  Jeremy and his business partner Alex Kappleman do exceptional work on behalf of their clients.  Check out our latest podcast

Jeremy Bennett, we are all so proud to have you as a colleague at RE/MAX Shoreline! Jeremy was one of the 16 real estate agents in Maine who were nominated in the Best of the 207 awards. Please

We're delighted to announce the return of Duncan MacDougall and Brooks Rankin to our Maine offices!In the real estate industry, agents have choice. MacDougall and Rankin have chosen to align

If you’re thinking about selling your house right now, it’s likely because something in your life has changed. And while things like mortgage rates play a big role in your decision, they

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Southern Maine market.Knowing the most important data

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Seacoast New Hampshire market.Knowing the most

“Weather” we like it or not, these pleasant, colorful autumn days will eventually give way to the cold, ice and snow. A little preparation now will go a long way later to ensure an

October in New England is so much more than just flannel shirts and leaf peeping. October is the height of autumn, when Maine’s and New Hampshire’s lush landscapes come to life with

The highest price, the biggest market share, the first sold, the best offer.How we gauge success in our industry doesn’t compute the same way for everyone.This year to date, our Associate

Our Autumn Artists are now on display!Come to the Shoreline Café at The Common at 88 Middle Street, Portland ME to see the work of these incredible local artists:Jeff EnckJeff has been

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Seacoast New Hampshire market.Knowing the most

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Southern Maine market.Knowing the most important data

Autumn is warm colors, crisp apples, cool evenings and shrinking daylight hours. Autumn is an attitude: It is the embracing of diminishing light in exchange for leaves ablaze, the embracing of

Labor Day Weekend signals our last chance for barbecues, ice cream trucks, and some time at the beach prior to fall’s arrival. Then begins the parade of beach chairs, umbrellas, kayaks, bikes

Discover the best of Maine and New Hampshire living with RE/MAX Shoreline's summer real estate highlights. Despite relatively low inventory levels, we’ve had the opportunity to represent our

Harper Lee Collins is an avid supporter of the Children’s Miracle Network, so we’ve asked her, What is your Why?Harper explains, “I am a CMN Miracle Agent because it is important

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Southern Maine market.Knowing the most important data

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Seacoast New Hampshire market.Knowing the most

Since 1992, the RE/MAX network has donated nearly $200 million to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals throughout North America. RE/MAX raises funds to support the treatment of 62 children

RE/MAX Shoreline is proud to welcome Lily Morrissette aboard in its Portland office. Lily is a true Mainer from Greater Portland with a natural instinct for real estate investing. Her expertise

Lonely at the Top? Not at RE/MAX Shoreline!Six of the Top Ten Individual RE/MAX Agents year-to-date in Maine are RE/MAX Shoreline agents!And, that’s just the beginning. Ten of the Top 25 RE

Broker Jess Paladino of Team Paladino shoulders some amazing achievements with such grace that we just couldn’t help asking, “How do you do it all?”To get some answers, we caught

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Seacoast New Hampshire market.Knowing the most

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Portland Maine market.Knowing the most important data

We’re proud to announce the launch of our new Leasing and Tenant Representation Division, led by industry expert Jenn Parker! This expansion represents a significant milestone as we

The “Dog Days” of summer are from July 3 to August 11 each year. They’re usually the hottest and most unbearable days of the season. We often hear about the “Dog Days”

The 4th of July marks the date when the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, a document that declared the colonies’ freedom from Great Britain in 1776. It’s been

From influencing our political landscape and surviving cancer to thriving as an artist, Pat Eltman continues to forge a resilient and admirable path, and RE/MAX Shoreline is proud to welcome back

Planning to stay close to home this summer?Fortunately, we live in New England! Sam of New England Wanderlust explains, “While all seasons are celebrated in this region, most

Juneteenth, a relatively new federal holiday, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and celebrates the freedom and achievements of Black Americans. It marks the date of June 19, 1865,

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Portland Maine market.Knowing the most important data

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Seacoast New Hampshire market.Knowing the most

RE/MAX Shoreline has teamed up with Falmouth High School’s art students and the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital to install a beautiful photography exhibit in the Shoreline Café

Memorial Day is observed this Monday, May 29th, and honors the men and women who died while serving in the US Military. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries and memorials,

Leadership, Dedication, Generosity: These are the signs of a RE/MAX agent, and Jim Lee is a premiere example.A REALTOR with RE/MAX Shoreline, and a Seacoast Board of REALTORS® Board of Directors

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Seacoast New Hampshire market.Knowing the most

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Portland Maine market.Knowing the most important data

RE/MAX Shoreline Welcomes Doreen Andriola!Doreen is a successful, dynamic Realtor with a history of achievement in the Seacoast area.Over the duration of her career, Doreen has sold over $200

Mothers Day is right around the corner!Mothers Day is a great opportunity to invite extended family to your new home. Host a brunch, or spend the day outdoors with fun activities and a picnic-style

The proverb “April Showers Bring May Flowers” stems from the idea that, just as rain may be necessary for plants to grow and bloom, after periods of adversity, good times will follow

We are proud to announce that Realtor Andy Yau has been recognized as a RE/MAX Torchbearer! Each year, RE/MAX, LLC identifies top agents, all age 40 and younger, across its U.S. and Canada regions

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Portland Maine market.Knowing the most important data

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Seacoast New Hampshire market.Knowing the most

RE/MAX Shoreline welcomes Donna Frederick to its Portsmouth office.Donna knows that, whether a client is buying or selling, it’s ultimately about realizing a dream. She’s transitioned

We’re pleased to report that RE/MAX Shoreline has been named one of the Nation’s Best by RealTrends!RealTrends identifies the country’s most successful residential real estate

Home sales are up.In February, total home sales in the U.S. rose 14.5% from the month prior. That jump ended a 12-month streak of declines in national home sales, and it’s the largest percent

Spring is here! With warm weather on the way, it’s time to think about planting, cleaning, and upgrading our outside spaces. Which outdoor projects add the most value to your home? Check it:

Many fear a recession in 2023—but is one inevitable? Let’s break it down.What is a recession?The most widely-accepted meaning of “recession” is the one from the National

If you’re thinking about selling your home or buying a home, it's important to have a good understanding of what’s going on in the Portland Maine market.Knowing the most important data

Mortgage rates fell to an all-time low of 2.65% in 2021. Now they’re more than double that, and everyone is asking the same question.Will mortgage rates drop in 2023?Let’s break it down

RE/MAX Shoreline Welcomes Aaron Rouse to its Maine and New Hampshire offices.Aaron has a unique background in mortgage lending and real estate investment, creating tremendous opportunities for his

Almost 100% of home shoppers start their searches online using sites like Zillow or Realtor.com—but did you know that these search engines don’t return all of the available homes for?

If you’re selling your home, an open house is a great way to generate buzz. You get to present your home while it’s looking its best to many buyers at once, creating a sense of