I spoke to a client today and learned something a bit unsettling about a conversation that took place with an out of state business “counseling” agency. This client is looking for an inn with a good performing business like most of my clients are. They went to talk with this agency, who is an official […]
Maine Banks ARE lending, at least the ones I’m working with… Read More »
Maine’s “nonperforming” loans (loans with significantly late payments) are running 82% lower than the national average. While Maine banks earn less than the national average (we give more back to customers J), only 3.5% of banks in Maine are unprofitable while 20.3% of U.S. banks are in the red. That says a lot for bank
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The rates we have been seeing in hospitality lending in Maine for years have been relatively and historically low for commercial loans. However, they keep changing very quickly. Contact me to discuss current rates.
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 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.
