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Is It Time to Put Your House Back on the Market?

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If you took your house off the market in late 2024, you’re not the only one. Newsweek reports that data from CoreLogic and the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) says nearly 73,000 homes were pulled from the market in December alone – that's more than any other December going all the way back to 2017 (see graph below):

Whether it was because [...]

Your Roadmap to Homeownership

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Some Highlights

  • Buying a home isn’t just a transaction – it’s a journey. And, like any great adventure, having a solid roadmap makes all the difference.
  • Each milestone is an achievement, from building your dream team to getting pre-approved, house hunting, and signing the papers on closing day.
  • Your journey starts here.

Let’s connect so you have help every step along the way. Contact one of our Team Members at Cates Real Estate at 207-701-5600 or [...]

Market in Review: February 2025

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March 20, 2025 - In a press release to the media today, Maine home sales increased 6.51% compared to February 2025 to February 2024. The median sales price was $381,500, a 9.00% increase in that same time period. Knox County saw a 37% rise in number of units on the market from 2024 to 2025, while the median sales price stayed the same at $440,000. While Cumberland County saw a 19.66% increase in number of units sold in the same time period, with a 9.93% change with the median sales price increasing from $513,970 in 2024 to $565,000 in 2025. NAR reports that existing home sales were down and prices up nationally. Home sales and prices were up in the northeast, comparing February 2025 to February 2024. 

source: Maine Real Estate Information System, Inc. 

FMI contact Cates Real Estate 207-701-5600 | info@catesre.com 

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Just SOLD | 393 Searsmont Road, Lincolnville

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The Cates-Meklin-Zontini Team Just Sold this Lincolnville cutie. But with spring right around the corner, the new listings are popping up daily. Give the team a call to learn more about the local market. Or, if you are seeking to sell your property this spring, call them a call for a market evaluation and see how the three of them can assist you in maximizing your profit this selling season. 

FMI contact Natasha Zontini | natasha@catesre.com | 207-975-0206

What You Need To Know About Homeowner's Insurance

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What You Need To Know About Homeowner’s Insurance



 

Homeowner’s insurance is necessary to protect your most significant investment – your home. And while you never want to think about worst-case scenarios, the right coverage is your safety net if something goes wrong. Here’s how it helps you.

  • Covers Repairs and Rebuilding Costs: If your home is damaged by fire, storms, or other covered events, your policy helps pay for repairs or even a full
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New Listing | 22 Sand Hill Road Wiscasset

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Stacey Souza proudly presents 22 Sand Hill Road, Wiscasset. This sweet ranch offers easy one-floor living with abundant outdoor enjoyment opportunities. With two living spaces above the garage, you could have a rental income or save the space for when guests visit. The property is also sold with an additional .44+/- acre lot. Offered at $450,000 | MLS:1616110

FMI contact Stacey Souza at stacey@catesre.com or 207-701-5600

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Building Lot for sale in-town Rockland

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21 Gurdy Street is within walking distance of downtown amenities, the ferry terminal, the public library, and the local art, music, and lobster festival. Call today and make this site the location of your new building project. 

FMI contact Cates Real Estate at 207-701-5600 | info@catesre.com | www.catesre.com 

#rockland #midcoastmaine #mainerealtor #mainehomes #buynow #sellmaine #sellhomes #mainerealestate #builders #builingsupplies 

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