The Real Estate Book of York County & Southern Maine

Volume 23, Issue 2

YORK COUNTY/SOUTHERN MAINE

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CONTACT: CAROL ANN RADIN Tamarack Realty 207-934-5327 COVER HOME: Majestic oceanfront Saco duplex with outstanding rental history! $939,000 See page 7 for more details.

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WELLS 3BR/2.5BA bath Cape in excellent condition located at the end of Spruce Ln. Full Kitchen, granite counter tops and all appliances. 1/2 bath and laundry on first floor. Gas fireplace in living room and formal dining room. Master bedroom with private bath, walk in closet. Two car attached garage with large storage area above. Irrigation system keeps the nicely landscaped property in perfect condition. Mostly finished basement with family room and 4th bedroom. Paved driveway, large storage shed. $335,000 MLS:1272892

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WELLS - Bold ocean views from this 4 bedroom colonial priced below town assessed value!

Great room leading to a spacious mahogany deck. Stunning master suite with dramatic ocean views. A must see! $895,000 MLS/ID:1203368

WELLS - Renovated 2BR/1BA seasonal cottage in motel/condo complex. Indoor pool & hot tub. Open year round. Just steps to Wells Beach. Park car & walk to all summertime activities! Broker owned property. $199,900 MLS/ID:1237662

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WELLS - This 1020SF single family 2BR/2BA home is located at 271 Old County Rd Wells. Its all about location! Just a short drive or bike to beach. Work needed but well worth the look. $169,900 MLS:1285443

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Tips For First Time Home Buyers Contact any top agent advertised in this magazine today.

They are the most professional local real estate market experts, giving you the utmost confidence in purchasing your first home.

1. Be choosy, but realistic.

You may never find the perfect home.

2. Do your homework before looking at homes.

Determine exactly what features you want in a home and which are most important to you.

3. Get your finances in order.

Examine your credit report & be prepared for down payment or closing cost.

4. Get pre-approved for a mortgage.

Talk to a lender NOW – before engaging a REALTOR®.

5. Know your move-in date.

When does your lease end?

Are you allowed to sublet?

How tight is the rental market in your area?

6. Think long-term.

Are you looking for a starter home, or something to stay in for a long time?

This could influence the type of home you decide to purchase, as well as the type of mortgage terms that might best suit you.

7. Don’t become “house poor”.

Buying the biggest home you can afford may leave no money for maintenance, decor, or renovations. Plus, it may make it hard for you to save money for other financial goals.

8. Don’t take chances.

Obtain a professional home inspection and, if possible, a warranty from the seller to cover any defect within the first year.

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Cape w/ 3BRs, 3BAs, 2nd fl. Laundry, Loft. Open concept living space.

Cathedral ceiling. Low heating costs. $239,900 MLS/ID:1286155 Text R85101 to 52187

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Comfy, cozy, waterfront camp w/ 2BRs, Loft, 88’ of waterfront. Most furnishings included. $213,000 MLS/ ID: 1285694 Text R79899 to 52187

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Restored Victorian w/ many original features: wood floors, stained glass window, antique fixtures, and built-ins. 3BRs, 2BAs. $179,900 MLS/ID:1285728 Text R77482 to 52187 In Wells, roomy Contemporary w/ many amenities, 4BRs, 3BAs, MBR w/ balcony. In-ground pool, Patio, Deck. $369,900 MLS/ID:1286987 Text P800042 to 52187 3BR, 2BA, 2 fireplaces, well maintained historic home in Newfield. 20 ac. plus 3 ac abutting parcel. $249,900 MLS/ID:1280139 Text P788426 to 52187

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ENJOY this majestic ocean front view of your sandy beach and an ever-changing ocean scenery from Two Lights in Cape Elizabeth to Wood Island Light in Winter Harbor to the south. Morning sun rises, quiet winter walks with shore birds, and your family enjoying the warm sands of summer are all part of life at your beach front cottage. And when you tire of the sea the nearby wooded walking and bike trails, blueberry bushes, and skating pond will change your point of view. This duplex is a rare find in the beach front area of Saco with an outstanding rental history. With it’s quiet location, handsome lawn, and spacious decks for outdoor living on both floors this cottage would convert to a comfortable single family ocean front home. If you are looking for an ocean front home, this a must see at $939,000 Text R98365 to 52187

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Heather Motes Oceanfront two bedroom, one bath seasonal cottage with expansion possibilities.

207-967-3421 Broker/ABR/CRS Situated on .34+/- of an acre in the highly sought after West End of HMotes@SandDollarRealEstate.com Goose Rocks Beach offering panoramic ocean views and 75’ of ocean frontage.

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KENNEBUNKPORT. Over 200’ on the Atlantic Ocean.

5BR, master suite, gourmet kitchen, & PRIVATE, sandy beach Offered at $5,195,000 Call Don MLS:1286885 Text R95782 to 52187

YORK. This stunning home has been rebuilt from top to bottom! 4BR 3.5 BA on 2 Acre lot With ROW to the Atlantic. Offered at $880,000 Call Don MLS:1282626 Text R68524 to 52187

OGUNQUIT. This private,4+ Bedroom custom home features high-end finishes, open spaces and a bonus in-law suite. Offered at $1,200,000 Call Don MLS:1260805 Text P673856 to 52187

CAPE NEDDICK. Water views & deeded ROW to the Cape Neddick River from this newly renovated 4 BR 3.5 BA charmer. Offered at $630,000 Call Don MLS:1282363 Text R65853 to 52187

YORK. This 2.79 acre lot at the junction of Mountain Road & Chase’s Pond is perfect for a home w/ a small business! Offered at $129,000. Call Nola MLS:1274857 Text P773732 to 52187

OGUNQUIT. Seaside home on 150+ FT of riverfront! Panoramic views from Footbridge Beach to Town Center! Offered at $1,595,000 Call Don MLS:1280310 Text P744937 to 52187

SOUTH BERWICK. Gorgeous 3bd 3ba home sits on 6.6 acres bordered by 1,633ft of the Ogunquit River & Conservation Land!! Offered at $424,900. Call Nola MLS:1275664 Text P830657 to 52187

OGUNQUIT. Own a piece of Ogunquit! Walk to Perkins Cove from this 1br condo!Great rental history & inclusive fees. Offered at $219,000 Call Don MLS:1285982 Text R88196 to 52187

KENNEBUNK. Joseph Titcomb house is an historic 6BR estate w/ gorgeous grounds, reflecting pool, & carriage house. Offered at $1,395,000 Call Don MLS:1276860 Text P730332 to 52187

MOODY. Thriving Route 1 Motel! Located 1/2 mile to the beach 25 units recently renovated & a turn-key business. Offered at $1,395,000 Call Don MLS:1277121 Text P734078 to 52187

YORK. 3bd 2ba turn of the century charmer. Replacement windows, 2013 new furnace, updated kitchen & automatic whole house generator! Offered at $419,000 Call Nola MLS:1281389 Text P1035935 to 52187

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3.59 Acres 4 BR2 BA & a large renovated kitchen & bonus room. Offered at $429,000 Call Robert MLS:1284884 Text R60552 to 52187

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Setting the Record Straight: Top Home Buying Myths

By Courtney Soinski

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Thanks to Federal Housing Administration Loans (FHA Loans), you can put as little as 3.5% down. With this method, you’ll potentially have a lower interest rate, giving you more flexibility. Your money is not all tied up in your house like in a traditional down payment that can leave you with little or no extra cash to spend on home care, improvements, or any other unforeseen circumstances.

Whether you’re a real estate professional or firsttime home buyer, the home buying process and real estate transactions can be stressful. There tends to be some common misconceptions in this process, so it’s very important that you’re well informed of what is fact and what is fiction.

We’re here to set the record straight.

Myth #1: You don’t need a REALTOR®.

Before you bravely take on one of the biggest purchases or sales of your life, remember this: it’s not as easy as it looks. REALTORS® know all the ins and outs of the local area as well as the market in which you’re looking to buy or sell.

Picking up the phone and calling a REALTOR® may be one of the best decisions you’ll make.

Myth #2: The bigger the downpayment, the better off you’ll be.

Buyers’ immediate reflex is to put as much cash down as they can when buying a new home because they’ll borrow less, lower the monthly mortgage payments, and won’t need to buy mortgage insurance. However, putting 20% down is not a requirement and it’s not for everyone.

Myth #3: Appraisers set the value of a home.

The role of the appraiser is to produce a credible opinion of value that reflects the current market. Appraisers are not responsible for setting the value of the home and they also do not confirm a home’s sale price. According to David S. Bunton, President of The Appraisal Foundation, “Appraisers provide an analysis of the collateral, so that lenders understand the value of a property when making the loan decision.”

Myth #4: You need perfect credit.

Most people assume that you must have absolutely golden credit in order to get a loan, but that just simply isn’t the case. If buyers have less than perfect credit, lenders are often willing to work with them to get the best possible loan.

Credit is not the only thing that lenders look at when deciding to approve a loan, but your score will have an effect on the interest rate on your mortgage. Make sure you review your credit report and if any errors are found, they should be reported to the credit reporting bureaus before applying for a mortgage.

55 Dyke Rd ~ Goose Rocks Beach, Kennebunkport Beautiful 3BR/4BA Contemporary on 2.2AC abutting Rachel Carson Refuge. Finished basement w/fam room, stone fpl, 2 car garage w/bonus room & bath! Breathtaking views & 10 min walk to Goose Rocks Beach. Offered at $1,100,000 Text P277624 to 85377

9 Community House Rd, Goose Rocks Beach 3BR/2BA Cottage on .18+/-AC, mins to beach access & GRB Community House! Open concept kit/liv w/vaulted ceilings, wood flring, 3-season porch & garage. Excellent rental history. Offered at $699,000. Text P457513 to 85377

2BR/1.5BA sunny 680SF end unit. Tastefully decorated w/ laminate & tile flooring throughout. Central Air, w/d & dishwasher. mile to Goose Rocks Beach, recently renovated resort w/ pools, playground, v-ball, b-ball, tennis, fitness center & more! Offered at $179,000 Text P603118 to 85377

5 Dyke Road, Unit 1 ~ Goose Rocks Beach Perfect hideaway for 2! End unit condo. Vaulted ceiling, semi-private grassy area w/picnic table & Grill. Kit, 3/4BA, Murphy bed, 75yds to beach access, next to General Store. Good rental history! Offered at $159,900 Text P701947 to 85377

Perfect get-away for 2! Sand Dollar Condo Unit 3, studio with 3/4 bath, just steps to Goose Rocks Beach access. Enjoy a leisurely paddle to the ocean, river access on property. Great location! Offered at $159,000 Text P702254 to 85377

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Trendy Bathroom Upgrades for a Quick Sell

2. Lighted vanity mirror Home improvement stores, design studios and online retailers carry a variety of lighted vanities in shapes, sizes, styles and light sources (LED, CFL or incandescent) to suit virtually every taste.

Installing one is a simple do-it-yourself job that has a big impact on a bathroom’s appearance and usability.

4. Towel warmers Wall-mounted or free-standing, plugin or hard-wired, all towel warmers work the same way; heated bars warm towels hung on the rack, providing a cozy, warm towel every time you bathe. Plug-in versions install easily, while hard-wired ones may require professional installation.

5. Shower foot rest Foot rests are an economical improvement.

Some suctioncup styles cost under $20. For a more refined look or enhanced sturdiness, it’s possible to find one that anchors into the wall through screws, or a style built into shower surrounds. If you’re redoing your shower stall, it’s the perfect time to add a stylish, sturdy foot rest.

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3. Double-flush toilet Dual-flush toilets use only the water you need to get the job done, so they contribute positively to a home’s overall footprint and can help save on water bills. They’re a lower-cost upgrade, and even more cost-effective when installed by a savvy DIYer.

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1. Skylights In rooms where privacy is a c o n c e r n , skylights can provide both natural light and ventilation.

They’re beautiful, endowing bathrooms with a major “wow” factor, and practical. Energy Star-qualified no-leak, solar-powered fresh-air skylights can help trim electricity costs by providing natural light and passively venting moist, warm air from the room.

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A recent poll on Houzz, a popular home design website, asked consumers what bathroom improvements they desire most. Many of the answers were both luxurious and affordable, and others were downright simple changes to make. Here are five hot bathroom upgrades and some ideas for incorporating them into your home to ensure a quick sell.

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By Courtney Soinski

www.ExitKeyRealEstate.com

ID# 99 KETTLE POND SHAPLEIGH MLS# 1284473 $164,900

ID# 92 GREAT EAST LAKE - YEAR ROUND MLS# 1280654 $289,000

ID# 104 575’ on QUIET POND SHAPLEIGH MLS# 1287063 $249,900

ID# 91 150’ on MOUSAM LAKE MLS# 1279799 $524,900

ID# 35 WILSON LAKE ACTON MLS# 1254305 $249,000

ID# 103 100’ on GREAT EAST LAKE MLS:1286434 $329,900

ID# 94 5+ ACRES in SHAPLEIGH MLS# 1280313 $145,000

ID# 39 NORTHWEST POND WATERBORO MLS# 1223922 $169,900

ID# 95 235’ on MOUSAM LAKE ACTON MLS# 1281465 $649,900

NEW CONSTRUCTION SHAPLEIGH MLS# 1268519 $214,000

ID# 74 790’ on MOUSAM LAKE MLS# 1279249 $589,000

ID# 102 13.8 ACRES in Springvale MLS# 1286598 $100,000

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MOODY DUPLEX-ENJOY THE SMELLS SIGHTS & SOUNDS OF THE OCEAN! 3 BRs, 3 BAs, waterview deck each side. Walk to the beach! $899,000 MLS:1269804 Text P237698 to 52187

OPEN CONCEPT COLONIAL IN WELLS! Gourmet kitchen, dining & fireplaced liv. rm. 4 BRs.Finished lower level.Hardwd flrs, 2-car garage.$469,800 MLS:1284461 Text P611129 to 52187

PRETTY SPLIT ENTRY IN YORK! 3 1st flr BRs, many recent living area upgrades, finished lower level, massive private back yard & more.$265,000 MLS:1285979 Text R85374 to 52187

YORK - 3 BR, 3 BA RANCH! Construction has begun on this highly in demand one floor living in York’s newest neighborhood-Pine Ledge. $459,000 MLS:1274313 Text P153610 to 52187

YORK - One of two town approved stand-alone condos. 5+ bdrm Victorian has fabulous ocean views and many recent updates. $799,000 MLS:1245550 Text P598074 to 52187

YORK HARBOR-4 BR Colonial.

Renovated kitchen w/granite counters, fireplaced fam rm, formal liv & din rms & more. Walk to the beach. $525,000 MLS:1285884 Text R80975 to 52187

Featured Properties $274,900!

NORTH BERWICK - Brick ranch on Rt 4 w/traffic count of 10,350 (ada) across from entrance to new Hannaford.

New Comm 2 zone allows many uses! 2.53AC w/200’ paved rd frontage. Existing building w/1200SF, 2BR/1BA, breezeway, 3 season rm, wood flrs, 3 fpl, oil heat, garage. MLS 1269426 Don LaFlamme 207-458-2511

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