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portland: Keller Williams Realty Named Among Top Places to Work - 05/22/12 12:39 PM
Keller Williams Realty was recently named among the Top 10 places to work by the Boston Globe, and it's really not a surprise. KW has everything you could ask for in a company - a sense of community, service, and energy. There is a strong support system at each market center designed to challenge and encourage agents to succeed in this hectic business. I'm proud of our company for making this list!
Check out the entire list and see more about the survey!
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portland: New Listing: 9 Pine View Road, Westbrook - 05/18/12 08:15 AM
Wonderful home in fantastic Pride's Corner neighborhood! Spacious & inviting 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom Gambrel with fireplace, deck, hot tub in private building, storage shed, large front and back yards, spacious living area, hardwood floors, and more!
Check out the complete virtual tour of the home!
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portland: New Listing: 61 Snowberry Drive, South Portland - 05/14/12 11:28 AM
Spacious and bright 4 bedroom Colonial in desirable neighborhood. Features a 2-car attached garage, eat-in kitchen, large deck with hot tub, big back and front yards, and more! Click here for a full virtual tour of the property!
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portland: Portland, Me is a Great Place to Live - 05/11/12 11:53 AM
Check out this amazing photo of Back Cove in Portland, Maine during the Super Moon last Saturday. Portland is a beautiful place to live! Check out more photos from local photographer Corey Templeton at portlanddailyphoto.com.
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portland: Newly Listed: 6 Mulberry Street, Buxton - 05/07/12 12:47 PM
Spacious 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom raised ranch featuring a finished basement, updated eat-in kitchen, above ground pool, large deck wired for hot tub, office space on first floor, and more!Check out the complete virtual tour! … (0 comments)
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portland: To Invest In a Pool...Or Not? - 05/07/12 10:52 AM
With summer approaching, many homeowners are beginning to think about investing in swimming pools - is this the right decision for you?It's important to consider pros and cons, especially if you plan to sell your home in the future. Not every buyer will love the idea of a pool, but some will.Ask yourself how much space you'll lose in your yard by adding a pool. If you're on a small lot already, consider how much ground you can afford to use.What are other homes in the area selling for if they have swimming pools? Will your home compare to those?How much … (0 comments)
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portland: Maine Named Most Peaceful State by New Survey - 04/24/12 10:27 AM
Maine earned the top spot in this year’s United States Peace Index as the most peaceful state in the country.
Each year, a survey is conducted by the Institute for Economics & Peace and is based on five criteria: the number of homicides per 100,000 people; number of violent crimes; incarceration rate; number of police employees; and availability of small arms.
The United States in general has experienced a decline in violence compared to the 2011 survey, with a 3.2% drop in homicides and a 5.5% drop in violent crimes.
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portland: L.L. Bean Donates $1 Million to Healthy Hometowns Program - 04/18/12 01:35 PM
L.L. Bean has announced its donation of $1 million to Healthy Hometowns, a non-profit organization designed to get kids outdoors and participating in fun physical activities in over 400 Maine communities.
Seth Wescott and Joan Benoit Samuelson, two Olympic gold medalists were at an event put together by L.L. Bean today for the announcement.
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portland: Newly Listed: 265 State Street, Portland - 04/16/12 07:15 AM
Stunning recently renovated historic townhouse with tons of character and charm - this house is a must-see. Featuring a modern kitchen, stainless appliances, hardwood floors, and much more!Click here for a full virtual tour of the property.
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portland: Maine Races to Help You Get in Shape - 04/12/12 01:38 PM
Portland has a lot of upcoming races to look forward to - what better way to get motivated than to sign up for a few? May 5: It's 5 O'Clock Somewhere 5K
Time & Place: 5 p.m. Freeport
After your run, enjoy a bonfire at Gritty McDuff's Brew Pub. Your registration includes a beverage and collectible mug to drink with. The run benefits Habitat for Humanity's Women Build Project.
May 19: GORUCK Challenge Adventure Race Time & Place: 1 a.m. Portland
This race is a team event led by Green Berets that takes 8 to 10 hours and covers 15 to … (0 comments)
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portland: New Listing: 432 St. John Street, Portland - 04/11/12 10:26 AM
Fantastic 2-unit property conveniently located in Portland with hardwood floors, tile, a large yard, off street parking, updated kitchens and bathrooms, and much more! The first unit features 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, and the second unit has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. This is a great investment opportunity! Check out the full virtual tour of the property!
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portland: Portland, ME Named #5 Best 'Hipster' City by Travel & Leisure - 04/10/12 10:02 AM
Looking for some of the best microbrews, coffee bars, and thrift stores? Portland, Maine has everything to fit your hipster needs.
Hipsters, defined by wikipedia as a 'subculture is associated with independent music, a varied non-mainstream fashion sensibility, and alternative lifestyles.'
According to a survey conducted by Travel & Leisure Magazine, Portland is the #5 best city for hipsters (we even beat out NYC), ranked by live music, coffee bars, independent boutiques, microbrews, and offbeat and tech-savvy locals.
The survey suggests Portland visitors check out the trendy and fun Coffee by Design for a true hipster experience.
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portland: Portland, ME Named Among Best New England Cities - 04/04/12 09:03 AM
Portland, ME keeps making the all the best top 10 lists – this week, the city (as well as South Portland) were named #3 and #5 best New England cities by GoLocalWorcester.com.
To determine the best cities, data was compiled in the following categories: economics/prosperity, safety, culture, health, and overall quality of life.
Way to go Portland!
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portland: Portland, Maine Named One of Country's Greenest Cities - 04/02/12 11:59 AM
Portland, Maine has everything you could want - art, entertainment, stunning ocean views - but it's also one of the most environmentally-friendly cities in the country as well.
According to Travel and Leisure Magazine, Portland is one of the greenest cities in America. The magazine created a list compiled from the following criteria: cleanliness, pedestrian-friendliness, public transit, and great public parks.
Portland was voted #7 overall, and #1 for cities to visit in the summertime.
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portland: New Listing: 23 Crescent Street, Biddeford - 03/29/12 01:46 PM
Adorable town home with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an attached 1-car garage. This spacious house features hardwood floors throughout, and a deck overlooking the city skyline. Lounge on our fenced-in front lawn and take in the beauty around you!
Check out the virtual tour!
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portland: Add Color to Your Home to Make It Stand Out - 03/29/12 07:48 AM
When you're looking for ways to spruce up your new home, or perhaps before listing a home you plan to sell? Add some cheerful color to the walls, and you'll see a vast improvement at minimal cost. Yellow is a great way to create a cheerful, bright atmosphere, and it can also make rooms feel larger. Shades of pink have similar effects. It will make a room stand out. For those who like to be daring, shades of orange will really make your home memorable. A tasteful apricot shade may be the perfect way to give a room some personality. Adding … (2 comments)
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portland: Smaller Homes, Bigger Savings - 03/27/12 09:23 AM
Many home buyers are realizing that in real estate, less can be more. Those who are looking for their dream homes are often deciding to go with a smaller square footage to reduce the maintenance, energy costs, and annual taxes. A smaller home offers owners a chance to save, and to use that money toward vacations and other purchases. While choosing a smaller home may not be for everyone, it is a trend that is catching on as people look for ways to reduce spending.
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portland: Forbes Names Portland, Maine #6 Best City For Jobs - 03/21/12 12:55 PM
Looking for work in a tough economy? Try Portland, Maine.
The Portland – South Portland – Biddeford area has been named among the best cities in the country for finding work, according to Forbes.com.
The rank is based on a survey of employers by ManpowerGroup, an employment services company. According to the survey,the Portland area has a “net employment outlook” of 19% for the second quarter of 2012.
That number is calculated based on the percentage of employers who plan on increasing their staffs and the percentage who expect to reduce their numbers.
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portland: HUD To Donate $42 Million To Home Buying Counseling - 03/20/12 08:03 AM
Buying a home can be very complicated, especially for first-timers who may not have much experience. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced it will give a grant worth more than $42 million to help with housing counseling, designed to assist home buyers and decrease foreclosure rates. The grant will be doled out among 468 state and local organizations and will help to educate people about the buying process and avoid scam mortgage and foreclosure operations. For those nervous about buying, this is the perfect program for you.
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portland: New Listing: 419 Mitchell Road, Cape Elizabeth - 03/14/12 06:54 AM
Sunny and spacious 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom ranch with cathedral ceilings, a wood burning fireplace, 1-car detached garage, and much more!
Click here for a full virtual tour of the property.
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