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Make Maine Your Home

Join Doug Schauf from Remax Oceanside and MakeMaineYourHome.com as he discusses Real Estate, community and life. He will introduce you to the many business owners, organizations, neighbors, and characters of Maine.

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The Truth About Owning A Home In Maine

What’s the truth about owning a home in Maine? 🏡 In this video, Doug Schauf with The Make Maine Your Home Team at RE/MAX Oceanside reveals the real pros and cons of Maine homeownership — from heating costs and septic systems to competition in the 2025 market. You’ll learn: ✅ The impact of Maine’s weather on home maintenance ✅ What to know about wells, septic, and radon ✅ The real costs of heating…

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First Step of Buying a House in Maine (2025) | 3 Pillars Every Buyer Must Know

Buying a house in Maine? 🦞 Before you even start scrolling listings, there are a few crucial steps that can make or break your success. In this video, I break down the three pillars every buyer in Maine must know: 1️⃣ Education – Learn the terms (earnest money, inspection, appraisal, contingencies) and how the buying process works in Maine. I’ll point you to other videos on this channel that…

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Is it still competitive to buy a house in Maine in 2025?

Is it still competitive to buy a house in Maine in 2025? 🏡 Doug Schauf with The Make Maine Your Home Team at RE/MAX Oceanside breaks down the real story using the latest Maine Listings data. Learn where the market is still hot, where buyers are negotiating, and how some of our clients are even getting homes under asking price—with sale of property contingencies! 📊 We’ll cover median home prices,…

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How hard is it to live on an island in Maine? Is It Hard to Live on an Island in Maine Full Time? (Peaks, Chebeague, Great Diamond & Long Island)

How hard is it to live on an island in Maine? Thinking about buying a home on one of Maine’s beautiful Casco Bay islands near Portland? 🌊 In this video, I break down what it’s really like to live year-round on Peaks Island, Chebeague Island, Great Diamond Island, and Long Island. ✅ What you need to know about ferries, groceries, and services ✅ The unique communities of each island ✅ The…

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Buying A House In Maine In 30 Days | Moving to Maine!

Buying A House In Maine In 30 Days | Moving to Maine! If you’re on a tight timeline to move—because your lease is ending, school is starting, or you just landed a new job in Maine—this video is for you. I'm breaking down how to buy a home in Maine in just 30 to 60 days, including what’s realistic, what shortcuts are smart (and what to avoid), and how to win in this competitive market. 🏡 In this…

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Best Websites To Find A Home In Maine

Best Websites To Find A Home In Maine Are you using Zillow or Realtor.com to search for homes in Maine? You might be missing out on the best listings. In this episode, I’ll break down the best websites for finding accurate, up-to-date homes for sale in Maine—and which ones to avoid. We’ll talk about how MaineListings.com is the official MLS for the state and why our site,…

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Property Value Of My House In Maine

Thinking of making a move from your home in Maine in the next 6 months? The first step is knowing exactly what your property is worth in today’s market — and I’m going to show you how to do it right. In this video, I’ll walk you through: ✅ The right way to check recent sales in your area ✅ What factors really drive home value in Maine ✅ Why a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) is more accurate than…

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Up And Coming Towns In Maine For Home Buyers

Thinking about buying or selling a home in Maine in the next three months? In this video, I’ll break down seven up-and-coming towns in Southern Maine that are quickly becoming hotspots for home buyers. Using verified data from Maine Listings, Maine.gov, Census reports, and local planning boards, you’ll see why these towns are gaining momentum and how you can get ahead of the curve before prices…

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What's It Like For Kids In Maine

🎥 What’s It Like for Kids in Maine? | Moving to Maine with Kids in 2025 If you’re thinking of moving to Maine with your family, you’ll want to know: what kind of life will your kids have here? In this episode, Doug Schauf from The Make Maine Your Home Team at RE/MAX Oceanside breaks down everything from Maine public schools to summer camps, after-school programs, and year-round outdoor…

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The 5 Most Beautiful Places in Maine (That You Could Actually Live Near)

🎥 The 5 Most Beautiful Places in Maine (That You Could Actually Live Near) If you’re planning to move to Maine in the next 3 months, this episode is for you. From iconic destinations like Acadia National Park to hidden gems like Gulf Hagas and Height of Land, I’m walking you through five stunning places across Maine that aren’t just beautiful to visit—they’re actually great places to live near.…

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