Lately I’ve been hearing positive comments about how advanced reservations for weekly summer rentals and bed and breakfasts are looking good for the upcoming season. Some have said that they are booking up earlier this year. It’s made a lot of potential buyers think twice about investing in a second home that could possibly make […]
Some B&B’s and Inns make perfect weekly summer rentals… Read More »
$35 million will be invested in Maine to extend the Amtrak Downeaster passenger rail service from Portland to Brunswick. “The project is a significant economic boost to Maine. It will put over 200 people to work improving the rail line and bring economic development to downtown train stations in communities like Freeport and Brunswick.” “Nearly
Amtrak’s Downeaster Passenger Rail service to extend service in Maine… Read More »
I sent an email to my sellers last week with an attachment of my web stats showing the recent activity to each of their listings. As one seller put it, “if that was an EKG at least there’s a pulse!” Voila, this blog post was born. Thank you, C.S! This has not been the easiest
Maine’s Lodging Brokerage was no flatliner for me in 2009… Read More »
I’ve posted about this concept before but it’s been a while. And with all of the recent activity I’m starting to see, I wanted to talk about it again, but more in depth this time. Kudos to this property owner in Durango, Colorado for such a great idea. It’s called “Nobody’s Inn“. Essentially it’s a
Not sure you want to be a real hands-on innkeeper? Try this on… Read More »
This is Mountain Village Farm Bed and Breakfast, in Kingfield, Maine. Just 15 minutes to SKI Sugarloaf guests can enjoy a day on the slopes and come back to the lovely rural setting of this restored property. Ski or snowmobile from the inn’s property, enjoy a bubbly soak in a jetted tub or relax in
MOTIVATED SELLER, Mountain Village Farm B&B, Maine Read More »
A wonderful pair of aspiring innkeepers is now under contract to purchase the Craignair Inn in St. George across from Clark’s Island, Maine. They will be taking over a very substantial business and well maintained property that’s been welcoming guests since 1947. The inn enjoys a beautiful and serene waterfront spot down a winding mid-coast
CRAIGNAIR INN is under contract! Read More »
Where the mountains meet the lakes… Located just an hour from Portland in Waterford, Maine in the foothills of New England’s White Mountains. Built in the 1790’s, Lake House Bed and Breakfast is surrounded by white clapboard houses, all of which are listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. Enjoy the cry of the
NEW LISTING! The Lake House Bed and Breakfast and Restaurant in Waterford, Maine Read More »
The very first thing you should discuss with your agent is your available cash, not how much you want to spend on a property. There are a couple very important reasons why: Some of you aren’t aware that you will have to put down 25% for a business loan. You’re not just buying a home,
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There isn’t always a clear answer – everyone’s needs are different. The seller has just reduced the price on this Victorian mansion as a residential listing to $995,000. If purchased as a bed and breakfast, completely furnished (including trade name, website, etc.) it’s being offered at $1,175,000. The home is just a gorgeous example of
Residential vs. Bed and Breakfast – what’s the best use for Kismet Inn & Spa? Read More »
This is Mountain Village Farm Bed and Breakfast in Kingfield, Maine. Located on Route 27 just 15 miles from SKI Sugarloaf USA. This property offers the B&B goer a unique experience, with farm fresh eggs at breakfast and beautiful mountain views.The house is an 1850’s Cape Cod with a shingle roof and classic dormer windows.
Mountain Village Farm Bed and Breakfast at the gateway to SKI Sugarloaf… Read More »
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.
