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Is It Still a Good Time to Sell a House in Maine? | Cumberland County Real Estate
Is It Still a Good Time to Sell a House in Maine? Here’s What You Need to Know. If you're considering selling your home in Cumberland...

Shay Johnson
Aug 52 min read


Southern Maine Real Estate Report – June 2025
Maine’s Real Estate Market in 2025: Local Strength, National Context Shay Johnson Realtor at Locations Real Estate Group July 27, 2025...

Shay Johnson
Jul 273 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Preparing Your Home for Sale: Expert Tips to Maximize Your Sale Price
When you’re ready to sell your home, preparation is key to ensuring a quick sale and getting the best price. Whether you’re downsizing,...

Shay Johnson
Jun 253 min read


Where do you begin when you need to sell a parent's house?
Where do you begin when you need to sell a parent's house?

Shay Johnson
Apr 40 min read


Selling Your Home in Falmouth, Maine: Neighborhood Market Trends and Tips
Falmouth, Maine, is renowned for its picturesque coastal charm, top-tier schools, and vibrant community—making it a highly sought-after...

Shay Johnson
Mar 282 min read


IT'S HOME SELLING SEASON
Is it worth staging your home in this strong seller's market? The answer is unequivocally yes! Whether your home is vacant or you're...

Shay Johnson
Apr 10, 20221 min read


How much will interest rates rise in 2022?
Staging Works! Turkey Chili This healthy turkey chili recipe is thick and hearty and bursting with flavor. Loaded with lean ground...

Shay Johnson
Jan 23, 20221 min read


Fun Fall Things To Do Southern Maine
Where to go and what to do this Fall

Shay Johnson
Oct 3, 20211 min read


Does your school district affect your home’s value?
Home values are determined through a complicated series of calculations roughly based on the cost of actual construction plus value-adds...

Shay Johnson
Aug 7, 20213 min read


Who hasn't considered selling in this crazy market?!
But, where would you move to? That's the dilemma. You're not alone. You wouldn't believe how many people say they would sell if they...

Shay Johnson
Aug 7, 20211 min read


Home Prices Up, Inventory Down
For the period of May 1st to July 31st the median home sale price in Cumberland County went up 5.25% over last year. The median price in...

Shay Johnson
Aug 30, 20201 min read


How are you holding up?
I hope you're all safe and sound. Like many of you, I'm sure, I have been staying busy at home. And, while I have been ambitious about...

Shay Johnson
Apr 27, 20202 min read


Life Must Go On
This is a time for caution and common sense. We all must do our part to limit interactions and the possibility of transmittal. The...

Shay Johnson
Mar 18, 20202 min read


7 Things to Know About Radon
7 Things to Know About Radon You found the perfect home. It’s gorgeous, energy efficient, in a great neighborhood and well within your...

Shay Johnson
Apr 21, 20193 min read


Don't Touch that Tile!
Is It Time To Re-Do Your Retro? Did you get a great deal on your house because the sweet, little old lady that lived there tiled the...

Shay Johnson
Mar 30, 20192 min read


Which Home Improvements Pay Off?
As I'm sure you know, if you're even thinking about selling your home, now is the time to do so. Inventory is low and the demand is very...

Shay Johnson
Mar 18, 20191 min read


What's My House Worth?
Just how accurate are consumer sites like Zillow and Trulia? The truth about Zillow zestimates Do you know how much your home is really...

Shay Johnson
Mar 18, 20192 min read


When did you clean your chimney last?
There's nothing cozier than snuggling up by a crackling fire on a fridged evening. But, before you set that gazing ball ablaze, when was...

Shay Johnson
Mar 18, 20192 min read
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