Our agents now have over 6 months of experience selling houses using the current protocols
and technology recommendations from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Our
extensive efforts are making it possible to sell houses right now, while continuing to abide
first and foremost by state and local regulations.
We're pleased to announce the addition of Melissa Guimond to the team at our Auburn location!
Melissa looks forward to continuing her love of helping people find their forever home. She can
be reached at (207)577-0918 or melissaguimond@fontaineteam.com.
Opening your doors up to new approaches could be game-changing when it comes to selling
your house right now. While following CDC guidelines and listening to the current needs of
our clients, the majority of 2020 was spent figuring out how to sell homes safely, and it’s
paying off for those who are choosing to move this year.
In today's competitive real estate market, sellers often question if renovations should be done
to their home before they put it on the market. Here's why you may be able to skip the headache
of renovations and continue moving forward with a successful home sale.
Equity can help a homeowner grow their confidence in a more stable financial future. It provides
near-term move-up options and creates a positive impact for future generations. In many cases,
the largest single investment a person has is their home. As that investment appreciates in value,
financial options increase too.
With so few houses available on the market today, being ready for a bidding war is
essential for prospective homebuyers. Be sure you have the guidance you need as
the competition for homes heats up this season.
Don't let the lack of knowledge about the homebuying process is keep you on the sidelines
when considering your real estate goals. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t always have
to put 20% down to buy a house. Here’s how it breaks down.
Welcoming new agent Melissa Cutler-Rinaldi to the team at our Auburn location! Melissa comes
to Fontaine as a licensed sales agent and looks forward to dedicating her time helping both buyers
and sellers navigate their real estate goals. Melissa can be reached at (207)440-0139 or
melissarinaldi@fontaineteam.com.
Single-story homes provide a safe and easily accessible environment for all, easy maintenance
and efficiency. All of which are the many benefits to downsizing into a one-story home. Find out
why now may be a great time to consider selling your house and downsizing while demand for
your current house is still high.
As a seller, you might be thinking about pricing your house on the high end while so many of today’s
buyers are searching harder than ever just to find a home to purchase. It’s important to make sure
your house is priced correctly by working in partnership with a trusted real estate professional.