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Blog :: 07-2026

Why I Fall for Old Houses Every Time

19 Mountain St. Camden Maine, Camden Maine Home For Sale, Old Home in Camden Maine

Some people dream about brand-new construction. Me? I can't resist an old house. Whether it's a weathered farmhouse, a stately Victorian, or a classic New England cape, there's something about homes with history that always draws me in. In Midcoast Maine, these houses aren't just beautiful—they're full of stories, craftsmanship, and character you simply can't recreate. Here's why I'll fall for an old house every time.

Where Does Grandma Go? Selling Homes in Coastal Maine

House sold in Camden, Maine, Sea Street in Camden Maine

As baby boomers begin to consider selling the homes they've lived in for decades, many people assume a wave of inventory is just around the corner. The reality is far more complicated, especially here in coastal Maine. In this post, we explore why so many longtime homeowners are finding themselves "housing locked," how Maine's aging housing stock creates unique challenges for both sellers and buyers, and why navigating this transition requires more than simply putting a home on the market.

Septic Systems in Maine: What Every Lakefront and Rural Homeowner Should Know

Lake House in Maine, Maine Camp, Septic Systems in Maine

If you own a home in the Midcoast area (Knox, Lincoln, and Waldo Counties), especially a camp or year round house on a lake or pond, there is a good chance your wastewater is handled by a septic system rather than a municipal sewer. That system works quietly underground until the day it does not, and the difference between decades of [...]

Midcoast Maine Real Estate Market Spotlight: A Midseason Look at Knox, Lincoln, Waldo & Hancock | July 2026

Midcoast Maine Real Estate Market Image July 2026

July is when Midcoast Maine really opens its doors. Our summer residents are back, the tourists have found their way up the coast, and every harbor town from Camden to Blue Hill is open for business. If you have tried to get anywhere near Route 1 lately, you already know what comes with all of that: traffic. Showings, inspections, closings, [...]

Victoria Condon Named 2026 REALTOR of the Year by the PenBay Council of the Midcoast Board of REALTORS

Realtor of the Year 2026, Victoria Condon Family

Victoria Condon, Principal and Designated Broker of Dwelling in Maine in Camden, has been named the 2026 REALTOR of the Year by the PenBay Council of the Midcoast Board of REALTORS. The award recognizes REALTOR spirit, service to the association at the local, state and national level, and volunteerism in the [...]

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