Some towns have only a few homes available. Some buyers bid and bid and get outbid every time.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
Freeport plan would add neighborhood appeal to its downtown
Town officials have hired a consultant and are holding public meetings on a downtown transformation plan that would add more housing and local businesses.
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Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Legal opinion could prompt delay in Auburn rezoning effort
Auburn officials will be urged to table a vote Monday on an ambitious rezoning of the city’s core residential area, a change that has led to fears from the public. But the City Council will have a few options.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News
Mortgage rates spike to highs not seen in nearly three years
According to the latest data released Thursday by Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate average jumped to 4.16% with an average 0.8 point.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Legislative panel approves scaled-back affordable housing bill
Housing reformers and home-rule defenders struggled to find middle ground on Maine’s affordability crisis.
Posted inOpinion
Strip malls could solve America’s housing crisis
They’re a blight on the suburban landscape. If razed and replaced with multifamily units, however, they could relieve pressure on the country’s hottest real estate markets.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine home listings pricey and scarce, with mortgage rate hikes on the way
Home prices in the state continued to rise in the first month of the year, while the number of available homes for sale continued to fall.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Former Martel school redevelopment inches closer to reality
Key financing for the planned 44-unit senior housing project has been secured.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Auburn council forwards zone change proposals aimed at development
The Planning Board and City Council will consider at least three zoning amendments this spring.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
State will use $3.5 million in federal funds to help older Mainers pay property taxes
Gov. Mills said the loans will cover annual property tax bills for some residents who are unable to pay them and are age 65 and older or are permanently disabled.