Cates Real Estate Team

Spoiler Alert: October is officially the best month to buy a home in 2025

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The market is shaping up to bring buyers more options, better prices, and less competition in most of the top 50 metros.

But the exact week when buyer-friendly conditions peak varies by market. 

Want to know the sweet spot in our area? DM me and I’ll send you the details.

FMI contact: Cates Real Estate | 207-701-5600 | [email protected] 

#BestTimeToBuy #homebuying #October #lesscompetition #buyer-friendly #sweetspot 

3 Reasons Affordability Is Showing Signs of Improvement This Fall

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3 Reasons Affordability Is Showing Signs of Improvement This Fall



 

For the past couple of years, it’s been tough for a lot of homebuyers to make the numbers work. Home prices shot up. Mortgage rates too. And a number of people hit pause because it just didn’t feel possible. Maybe you were one of [...]

Homeowners Today Could Have over 300K of Equity

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While you’ve been out and about living your life, your house has been quietly building your wealth in the background. And that hidden wealth is called equity. When prices go up over time, and as you pay your mortgage, that number climbs. According to the latest data, the average homeowner has around $302K in equity right now. That’s six figures you could be sitting on without even realizing it. When was the last time you had a professional show you what your home is actually worth, and how much equity you likely have? DM me and we’ll run your personalized numbers, so you know exactly what you’re working with. It might be precisely what you need to fuel your next move.

Find out what your home is worth, give us a call at 207-701-5600 or email us at [email protected]

#HomeEquity #HomeValues #buildingwealth

 

Do You Know How Much Your House Is Really Worth?

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Want to know something important? You probably don’t have a professional check for yourself nearly as often as you should. Spoiler alert: it’s the value of your home.

Because here’s the reality. Your house is likely the most significant financial asset you have. And if you’ve lived in it for a few years or more, chances are it’s been [...]

The Advice First-Time Homebuyers Need To Hear

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Buying your first home is a significant milestone, and the proper support will make it a whole lot easier.

Because while this process might be brand new to you, it’s not new to your agent. They’ve helped plenty of first-time buyers through it. They know what works, what matters, and how you can move through the process with a lot less [...]

Real Estate is Voted the Best Long-Term Investment

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In a recent poll from Gallup, real estate has once again been voted the best long-term investment. And it’s claimed that top spot for 12 straight years now. Homeownership is one of the top ways to build wealth, even with home price growth moderating and ongoing economic uncertainty. If you’ve been trying to decide if it makes sense to buy a home today, let’s connect and talk about the programs that can help you become a homeowner.

Let's talk! To reach an agent in Midcoast or Greater Portland email us at [email protected] 

Pre-Approval Isn't Commitment – It's Clarity

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If buying a home is on your radar – even if it’s more of a someday plan than a right now plan – getting pre-approved early is still one of the smartest moves you can make. Why? Because, like anything in life, the right prep work makes things clearer.

The best time to get serious about buying is before you’re ready to buy. Here’s why.

Pre-Approval Helps You Understand Your [...]

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