A strong summer tourism season shows sharp increases in restaurant and lodging revenues, state tourism officials said. read the story “In addition to the positive sales tax figures, CruiseMaine USA has reported an increase of 36,000 passengers on cruise ships to Maine ports this year.” Further stated by Maine Revenue officials, sales and use tax receipts were […]
Positive News for Maine Tourism in 2010… Read More »
Hello everyone, Hope this late summer early fall finds you well. We’re just starting to enjoy cool, crisp mornings with mild afternoons in here Maine. We’re working on our scheduling for our 2 day Aspiring Innkeeper seminar in Portland, Maine and wanted to see if any of you had specific requests for dates. We’re looking
Maine Innkeeping Academy: Aspiring Innkeeping Seminars to fit your schedule and needs… Read More »
I’ve just added interactive maps to each of my listings on my website…don’t know how I missed doing that long ago, but they’re in place now. It was a bit of an “Ah-HA” moment! It helps when a buyer interested in Maine doesn’t have to Mapquest the address and try and find it…I’ve tried to
Interactive Listing Maps… Read More »
Typically I post information strictly relative to the lodging/recreational industry here in Maine. But this morning, I felt compelled to give you a visual on some of our Maine sunrises. The most beautiful, in my opinion, come mid-August through February – the air seems drier and we end up with some gorgeous colorful sunrises…just wanted
Another Incredible Maine Sunrise… Read More »
NEW LISTING – Cafe 2 Eat-a-Pita in the heart of town in Southwest Harbor offers both indoor and outdoor dining, a small outdoor bar area, all in town within walking distance from most of the area’s inns, B&B’s and lodging. The restaurant has a very strong revenue in the short season from Memorial Day weekend
Just Listed! Cafe 2 Eat-a-Pita Restaurant in Southwest Harbor, Maine – $448,000 Read More »
Just the other day I received three new inquiries from three new prospective buyers. Were buyers suddenly falling from the sky? Are we simply becoming accustomed to our new economy, or to today’s economy? Buyers are again interested in making a lifestyle change. Real estate remains one of the better investments. And the lodging industry
Become an Educated Buyer – talk with a Broker! Read More »
Each month I will feature a new calendar with a different image, all taken in Maine. It could be the coast, could be the lakes and mountains, any season. Or it could be a local Maine food, farmer or food artisan. Go ahead and download the August calendar – this is the sunrise over the
For those of you looking to move to Maine one day, here’s a desktop Maine calendar… Read More »
An interesting concept – a Staycation… I read an article in Down East Magazine recently about a Staycation – but in that regard it was more about staying around your home base for vacations and how many Mainers are doing just that. But I know of some innkeepers who are entertaining guests out of the
A Staycation for Aspiring Maine Innkeepers… Read More »
THIS IS THE VIEW FROM THE INN! From The view from my clients hopefully-soon-to-be new inn on a lake in Maine! Working with great buyers and sellers and hope to put them together in a deal on a fabulous lakefront Maine inn! Stay tuned…
One more set of buyers found a bed and breakfast that suits them well! Read More »
Just listed at $925,000 as a furnished business or $890,000 as an unfurnished private home. Either way, this is a spectacular property priced under appraised value. Some beautiful antiques, sprawling spaces and one of the best views there is of Mount Desert Island. Visit my website for more details or contact me. From BACK ON
BACK ON THE MARKET! Island View Inn, Sullivan Read More »
The rates we have been seeing in hospitality and commercial lending in Maine for years had been relatively and historically low for commercial loans. However, in recent times they have increased. Contact me to discuss current rates we are seeing with our hospitality lenders, and who is most competitive with their terms.
Not everyone who is a licensed real estate agent is a Realtor®?
A Realtor® is a licensed real estate salesperson who belongs to the National Association of Realtors®, the largest trade group in the country. Realtors® are held to a higher ethical standard than licensed agents and must adhere to a Code of Ethics. Some Realtors® are brokers, while some are associate brokers or sales agents. These are varying levels of education, licensing and often responsibilities.
And hospitality ‘Consultants’ or ‘Brokers’ who are not licensed in the state of Maine are not held to any standards the way we are here as licensed Realtors® in Maine, where consumer protection is paramount.
I am a Broker and REALTOR®, a real estate professional who has taken the extra step to belong to the National Association of REALTORS®. Through membership, I abide by a Code of Ethics and have gained expertise to help you navigate one of the most complicated and important transactions you’ll make in your lifetime.
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