Here in Southern Maine it's steady as she goes for Home Sales.

Sales of Maine’s single-family existing homes increased 4.34 percent during the month of December,  the sixth consecutive month that Maine home sales increased over 2010. The statewide median sales price over the past 12 months is $160,000.

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reports a national single-family existing homes sales hike of 4.3 percent in December, compared to December 2010. The National median sales price is $165,100. In the regional Northeast, sales increased 3.3 percent, while the Northeast median sales price is $231,300 over the past 12 months.

Since the groundhog has predicted an early spring, look for an active spring market.

Autumn...A great time of year to look at large parcels of vacant land. Trees are golden and red, crisp breeze and no insects and the remaining greenery is still lush.

This 36 acre parcel of land in Baldwin, Maine, listed at $89,900 is one of those types of parcels. However an unsuspecting danger lurks. Walking the land, twigs crack, leaves rustle and the sound of someone walking the woods can sound very much like wildlife.

Know your hunting seasons for the various game, types of seasons, bow hunting, muzzle loader, firearm and youth seasons. Wear blaze orange, bring your compass and map, a signal device such as a whistle and have your cell phone with you whether theres a question of signal or not. Backpack a warm coat, wear waterproof footgear and an energy boosting snack. And if you know the parcel, be aware of where the hunters tree stands and overlooks are and make sure to make some noise - the human voice type to let hunters know you are around.

Be safe.

David Roberts Weichert Realtors-Waterglen Group Portland Maine 207-741-2006

and Registered Maine Guide

This beautiful contemporary ranch is located in the heart of Maine's Sebago Lakes Region at 91 Wildwood Rd in Bridgton, on 1.38 acres, just minutes from Shawnee Peak Ski Resort, near great recreational waterways such as Long Lake, Sebago Lake, Woods Pond and Moose Pond and is about 50 minutes to Portland or 20 minutes to No Conway, NH.

Listed at $199,900 -  MLS#998442

3  bedrooms/ 2 bath home, with finished basement including media room, office nook and guest bedroom and area for an in home gym.

Contact David Roberts -Weichert Realtors-Waterglen Group, 100 Commercial St, Portland Maine

207-741-2006

Sebago Lake is Southern Maine's largest lake and the center of the area known as the Sebago Lakes Region. This area has an abundance of lakes, ponds, rivers and is near skiing (Shawnee Peak, Bridgton)and still just a short drive to Portland.

This year round home  3 bedroom home, listed at only $219,900, is located on 1.2 acres just across the street from Sebago Lake and has wonderful views of Spider Island in North Sebago.

There is a carry in boat launch just around the corner and Sebago residents also may use the Town Beach and Boat Ramp at located near the marina near Northeast River.

This would make a fabulous year round home, weekend getaway or income property

MLS#991060

$219,900

153 Safe Harbor Rd, Sebago, Maine

Call David Roberts 207-741-2006

Weichert Realtors-Waterglen Group

You could be enjoying this fantastic property RIGHT NOW!!!

Naples, Maine is located along the shore of Long Lake and is a major tourism destination known as the Heart of the Lakes Region. On any given spring, summer or fall day, thousands of tourists flock to this tiny town with its panoramic vistas of Long Lake and Brandy Pond, restaurants, and souvenier shops.

Located on busy Rt 302, just steps from the Naples Causeway which hosts summer events such as the Wooden Boat Show, Naples Art Show, Blues Fest and other events, this is a prime location for somene wishing to start a business.

Listed at $799,000 ,this property is 1 acre, 118 ft of sandy water frontage, has a 4 bedroom, 3 bath main house with attached garage and studio that is just begging to be converted into your business location. The property also has a detached 2 car garage and a seasonal waterfront cottage that sleeps 6-8 persons.

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to establish your business in this prime location!

MLS#993205

963 Roosevelt Trail, Naples, Maine

David Roberts, Weichert Realtors-Waterglen Group 207-741-2006

With interest rates this low ! Buyer's should be jumping at these opportunities!

Get into a new house by the holidays!

MLS#992652 46 Maple Street, Casco, Maine $189,000

Deeded waterfront ROW to Thomas Pond

MLS#985645 34 High Point, Gray, Maine $185,000

3bed ranch on 3 acres, 3 car garage, minutes from village, great commuter spot

Fall - the tourists are gone, as are the thoughts of the beach.

However this is the perfect time to look at Maine waterfront properties especially on lakes and ponds throughout Maine.

During the summer months, rental cottages often limit showings to Saturdays during the key exchange period and scheduling showings during the week can be hit or miss as to not interfere with BBQ's and other summerime fun.

In the fall it's another story. Many cottages and homes might see limited use on weekends or are being winterized and sellers are often feeling a little end of season desperation and are more likely to drop their price in an effort to grab that late season buyer.

So get out there and look! Schedule a full day of showings and get a jump on next year. Next spring you can be preparing for your own summer of fun.

Maine's recovery is well on the way especially in the southern areas of the state. We have seen significant increases in purchases of primary residences as well as second homes and waterfront properties are starting to sell once again after a somewhat stagnant 2009 season.

With interest rates at near record low points and property values that seem to have bottomed out and started to increase slightly in some areas -now it is the perfect time to think about waterfront homes - either year round residences or as seasonal second homes.

If you are thinking about waterfront here in Maine - give a call 207-741-2006. As a registered Maine Guide and Realtor - waterfront is my passion! I can find you the perfect fishing or boating spot, find hidden gems on Maine's best kept secrets. Thousands of waterfront properties await you!

Visit http://dkr.mreis.mlxchange.com

to search for properties or see more on my listings

MLS#968468 Crystal Lake, Gray $369,000

MLS#970241 Panther Pond, Raymond $399,900

MLS#942681 Long Lake, Naples $799,000  Open House Sunday May 30 11am-2pm http://www.houseonlonglake.com

WEICHERT, REALTORS ANNOUNCES DAVID ROBERTS, ROOKIE OF THE YEAR

Weichert, Realtors® - Waterglen Group is pleased to announce and recognize David K. Roberts as their Rookie of the Year. . This award is based on 2009 sales volume for the company among sales agents who have had their license less than 18 months. David has quickly built his portfolio of real estate business extending from Greater Portland to the Sebago Lakes Region.

David lives in the historic Ferry Village area of South Portland, Maine with his family.

Andrew Snyder, Weichert, Realtors - Waterglen Group's Designated Broker said: "In this challenging real estate market, David is a great role model for new agents for generating sales through hard work and excellent service to his buyers and sellers. Waterglen is extremely proud to have David on our team."

Weichert, Realtors® - Waterglen Group is located on Portland's Waterfront at 100 Commercial Street on the corner of Portland Pier and has a branch office in Old Orchard Beach at 94 Saco Ave, offering real estate services in residential, commercial and investment property.

The Southern Maine area experienced a busy fall with the first time homebuyer  tax incentive driving a portion of the market. With the new extended and expanded version of the tax credit - allowing buyers to take advantage of the credit in the first quarter of the new year shows great promise in continuing the trend in to the new year.

We are even seeing buyers staring to jump back into the middle portion of the market ($250-500K) homes and I am working with home buyers actively looking in what is a traditionally slower time of the year during the holiday season. This is good news - heading toward stability in the marketplace in 2010.

All the best - and a prosperous new year to all!

963 Roosevelt Trail, Naples $849,000

11 Minniewawa, Raymond - Panther Pond $399,000