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Home Sweet Home: To Rent or To Own? Exploring the Pros and Cons
Rick Coyne 1 year ago

Home Sweet Home: To Rent or To Own? Exploring the Pros and Cons

When it comes to choosing where to live, one of the most significant decisions you'll have to make is whether to rent or own a home. Both options have their advantages and disadvantages, so it's important to weigh them carefully before making a decision. 

 

Pros of Renting:

Flexibility: Renting provides greater flexibility in terms of being able to move whenever you want. This is especially useful if you are someone who needs to mov...
Do You Need a Home Warranty?
Rick Coyne 1 year ago

In 2022 most people hear warranty and think about those annoying spam calls about your car's warranty. Luckily, a home warranty is nothing like that. We promise to answer all of your questions and give you all the details without harassing you during dinner. 

What Even Is a Home Warranty?

A warranty is also known as a residential service contract. This contract covers the repair or replacement of certain home systems for the term of the contract. 

Isn’t That the Same Thing as Homeowners Insuran...
How Your Vacation Home can Pay for Itself
Rick Coyne 2 years ago

The global vacation rental industry is expected to reach $113.9 billion by 2027 according to a Grandview Research report from May of 2020. If you have ever considered owning a vacation income property or converting your home into one, the time to make that move is NOW.

According to former Expedia and Airbnb executive Shaun Stewart the percentage of vacationers going the vacation rental route grew from 1 out of 10 trips in the U.S, to 4 out of 10 trips, a number whose growth he says has only been...
5 Gifts to Give Your Home (and Yourself) This Christmas
Rick Coyne 2 years ago


Most Americans spend more time than usual shopping this time of year. Gifts for the kids and your special someone, your parents, hairdresser, bus driver, boss, and dog aren’t going to buy themselves! But, what about you? What is on your wish list this year?

If you’re like me you look around your home and remember all of the warm and wonderful moments from the year and think of all the fun ways to make it safer, warmer, and healthier in the coming year! Why not get yourself and your nest a littl...
Staging Your Home for Fall
Rick Coyne 2 years ago

Staging is a home selling strategy that uses home design to make your home appealing to a larger number of buyers. In most homes, it means removing personal elements from the decor or design elements that have a strong point of view. This allows sellers to imagine themselves in the space.

 

As a new season rolls in many of us are dusting off our scarecrows but when staging your home it’s important not to simply update decor for the season. Seasonal staging is about creating a setting that enco...
3 Signs Buyer Relief is on the Horizon
Rick Coyne 2 years ago

It’s no secret that it’s a seller’s market. According to the Maine Real Estate Information System’s (MLS) June Housing Report realtors across the state are continuing to see listings sell at a breakneck speed, often receiving multiple offers. In fact, in June homes were on the market for an average of 6 days. When compared to an average of 14 days a year ago and 13 days in 2019 it’s clear to see the advantage.

 

Maine has seen a 24.5% increase in the median sales price of single-family homes in...
Just Listed! 853 Littlefield Road In Wells, ME
Rick Coyne 3 years ago

New in Wells!

Description of 853 Littlefield Road Wells, ME 04090

WOW! This meticulously well maintained home is move in ready. This three bedroom, two bath open concept ranch provided single floor living and features vaulted ceilings throughout; a spacious eat-in kitchen with granite counter tops, cherry cabinets and tile floor. The four season sunroom with propane stove and hardwood floors is delightful year round. The composite deck overlooking the private backyard allows you to kick off you...
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