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PLEASE JOIN US:Art Opening 3/8/23 | 5 - 7pmHosted by RE/MAX Shoreline: The Common at 88 Middle Street, PortlandSponsored by Black Point TitleThe Shoreline Café will spring into this next

RE/MAX Shoreline is pleased to welcome Carol Lavigne back to the RE/MAX Brand!Carol has been a Realtor for over 23 years in southern New Hampshire and along its Seacoast. Carol stands out - her

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

On February 12th, while sports fans are rooting for their favorite team to win, savvy homebuyers and sellers should use this occasion to get ahead of the spring homebuying season. Spring might seem

Tonight is awards night at RE/MAX Shoreline, and our agency met many milestones in 2022 as our 80 agents navigated the real estate market for nearly 900 clients.RE/MAX Shoreline was named 2022&rsquo

Are you a property owner looking for ways to reduce your annual tax burden? These homeowner tax incentives can help lower your taxable income and result in huge savings when filing. In this article,

RE/MAX Shoreline is pleased to welcome Cassie Symonds to its Maine offices.A career in Real Estate was a natural fit for Cassie. She was preparing properties alongside her parents from an early age,

RE/MAX Shoreline is pleased to announce the addition of Christa Benjamin (Getman) to the Seacoast Dwellings Team led by Liz Levey-Pruyn in our Portsmouth office. Christa is a full-time Realtor®

As of mid-January 2023, the rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is 6.33%. Though the rate has dropped since its peak of 7.08% in October 2022, it currently remains at a 14-year high.What factors

Renovating your home can be daunting, especially when it comes to deciding which projects are worth investing in. With so many options available for potential upgrades, it's hard to know what will

High mortgage rates—currently over 6.42% for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage—paired with hefty listing prices are quickly making buying a new home unaffordable for many. While high prices

PLEASE JOIN US:Wednesday 1/18/23, 5-7pm in the Shoreline Cafe in downtown Portland for a public reception.RE/MAX Shoreline is excited to present the artwork of Nancy Keenan Barron at our Shoreline

2023 is around the corner, and everyone is setting goals and writing out their resolutions. Do your goals include buying a home for the first time? If so, you probably already know there are some

These four upcoming home design trends double as homeselling tips.Trend #1: Vibrant Colors2023 is the year we break away from sterile whites and plain grays. On-trend colors are bolder and more

If you’re looking to sell your home soon, but have concerns about whether or not you’ll be able to get top dollar, you’re not alone.As of October 2022, nationwide home prices have

Buying a house during the holidays can be done—and done well—with a little planning and an expert real estate agent by your side.House hunting in December might seem like a chaotic idea,

For many, the last quarter of any year is reserved for holiday festivities, obligations at home, and work schedules. People may ask you, “Sell my house now?” Their skepticism is

Many homeowners worry about recent real estate headlines and talk of home pricing declines. You may wonder, "Will the value of my home plummet?" — especially if you plan to sell your home in

Success can be measured in many ways in the real estate industry, and RE/MAX Shoreline is pleased to be demonstrating success in all dimensions of its business.One area of success has been agent

PLEASE JOIN US:Please join us at 5pm on November 30th, 2022 in the Shoreline Cafe in downtown Portland for a public reception.The artist Colleen Bedard has always paved her own way in the world,

Have you been browsing real estate listings, driving by homes for sale, or even visiting open houses with the dream of becoming a homeowner? If you’ve been putting off buying a home in the

Leaves are not the only thing falling as we enter the autumn season. So are home prices. But just like the leaves take their time to transition from one color to the next, home prices are also

Be the most BOO-tiful costume in the RE/MAX Shoreline Halloween Challenge and win a prize! The RE/MAX Shoreline Halloween Challenge has begun and is open to the Maine and New Hampshire public. 

Having access to a good cup of coffee is more important than ever, and pumpkin spice lattes are an even bigger reason to visit a coffee shop at this time of the year. What does all of this have to

Heather is the past Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Portland Board of Realtors where she served for eight years. She is also a proud U.S. Marine veteran and former community journalist and

As 2022 enters the final few months, you may be wondering about making your move now to sell a home. "Can I still sell my home?" "Should I sell in 2022 or wait until the spring market of 2023?"In

If you want to sell your home in the coming months, you'll be wondering about pricing your home correctly. Setting your home price fairly has a major impact on how fast your home sells. In some,

When should you buy a home in the current market? There's no doubt this market is confusing, with one expert recommending selling now to get peak value for a home and others saying to wait for the

It’s always fun to end our week with great news!We’re proud to announce that associate brokers Jodi Federle and Stephen Peck each have been awarded the National Association of REALTORS

At RE/MAX Shoreline, the second quarter of 2022 demonstrated steady results from focused mentorship, execution of business planning, and team-wide collaboration, as well as generous participation in

If you decide to sell your home, you probably want to get the best possible price. You'll hear or read lots of advice on preparing the house for a quick, profitable sale, from staging to making

There are many different reasons you might be thinking about selling your home. Perhaps you want to downsize (or upsize), perhaps you want to take advantage of the market, or maybe you need to move

The housing market has been a seller's market throughout the pandemic, but is this still the case? The current trends are pointing towards an end to the real estate market conditions that created a

You may visit Diane’s exhibit at RE/MAX Shoreline’s Café anytime in September and October. Just give us a call to let us know you’re coming, and we’ll put a pot of

As the market continues to shift, more and more questions are being asked about how home prices will behave in the coming months. Will home prices continue to rise, or will they finally start to

Portland, ME - We’re excited to welcome Team Paladino to our Portland office!Team Paladino is a local, mother-daughter led real estate team focused on providing a high level of service to

You may have heard that changing market conditions have created a seller's market that's forcing buyers to spend a lot of money. People in many areas are experiencing housing shortages that make the

The Wild Wild West housing market had many people in panic mode — worrying that if they didn't act now, they may never be able to buy a house amid record-high housing prices and increasing

It's undeniable that the real estate market has been hot over the last couple of years, with low inventory across the boards and high competition among buyers. However, the market now seems to be

The housing market was red hot for months. Mortgage rates were low, and the competition for homes was fierce, with many people paying far above the asking price. Buyers were snapping up homes within

This summer, RE/MAX Shoreline is excited to share the impressive work of Alison Bramhall of Festive Fish! Alison’s use of color, scale, balance and harmony inspire joy and happiness in all.

Seldom have rising interest rates been seen as beneficial in real estate circles. But in the current seller's market, higher mortgage financing rates are viewed as a potential antidote to runaway

During the summer, the weather is warm, and people spend more time outside. It's natural to think about how your house can be more energy-efficient when you're enjoying more of Mother Nature (and

The vast majority of people hire a real estate agent to help them sell their homes. In fact, 92% of homes sold in the U.S.in 2021 were sold using an agent or a broker. Of course, most people know

Portland, ME - RE/MAX Shoreline welcomes Emily M. Taylor to its Portland office as an agent.Emily brings years of experience in hospitality and marketing to her real estate practice. Emily is best

The summer months are the ideal time to take stock of your home and spend some quality time with friends and family. Of course, this also means that now is a great time to begin work on home

“RE/MAX Shoreline doesn't just grow by adding new agents. We set up our agents to grow with us,” explains Derrick Buckspan, Broker Owner of RE/MAX Shoreline, “With more than $400

Agents from Portland to Portsmouth recognize RE/MAX Shoreline as the premier agency to work with. Here are a few agent results: Agent #1: After switching to RE/MAX Shoreline, this experienced

The reasons why people move are endless. It could be for a new job, school, or the desire to finally pursue your lifelong dream of moving to California. Some people also move for lifestyle reasons.

Buying a home and selling a home can be two of the most stressful — and expensive — life events. And, they often happen simultaneously! If you’re looking to buy a home while also

The real estate market is on fire right now. More than 80% of Americans ages 18–34 said now was a bad time to buy a home, and the median home-sale price reached a record high of $365,000 in

Although the square footage of your home does not include your backyard, there’s no reason you can’t expand your living space, turning your outdoor space into an extension of your home.

It’s no secret that the real estate market is going a mile a minute right now. Homes are still selling fast and way over the asking price. Of course, this sounds like an ideal time for someone

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 feature her

The real estate market has been red hot for more than a year, pushing prices up in most neighborhoods. The high prices come with pros and cons, though. While it feels like a great time to sell a

A thorough spring cleaning is a perfect way to prepare your home for sale. Staying on top of your cleaning projects in advance of listing your home can help eliminate extra hassle and stress. Spring

If you’re looking to take advantage of the red-hot seller’s market, you may be wondering, “when should I sell my home?” The answer is spring! The era of historically low

RE/MAX Shoreline welcomes Stacy Olsen as an agent with The Ranello Group in its Portland office. What gets Stacy most excited about real estate is the Teamwork that goes into helping clients find

Just because it’s a strong seller’s market does not mean you can throw your home up on the market willy-nilly, for whatever price your heart desires, ignoring all of the best home

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard about the seller’s market currently taking place around the globe. Seeing what homes are selling for in your

This Valentine’s Day, why not show some extra love to your home? After all, home is where the heart is! What’s more, in today’s red hot seller’s market, you can definitely

RE/MAX Shoreline’s 2021 Award Ceremonies last night celebrated a year of success in every respect. Fifty one agents at RE/MAX Shoreline received RE/MAX annual production awards, three