On November 8, 2005, Maine became the 16th state to protect LGBTQ+ people from discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity and expression in employment, housing, education, credit and public accommodations. Maine is the sixth state whose law includes gender identity and expression. These protections were enacted by [...]

Throughout May, Portisders spread kindness by delivering flowers to their clients!

Portside agents paid it forward throughout May while bringing awareness and raising funds for Maine Cancer Foundation (MCF). Agents surprise clients with a potted geranium plant Pop-By Gift from Skillins Greenhouse in Falmouth. $10 from each plant purchased [...]

Portside is excited to announce that it will be hosting Maine's Open House Weekend on May 20 and May 21. This event will feature fresh new listings, showcasing some of the best properties available in the [...]

 

In a competitive real estate market, it's important to have a strong team behind you. One key member of that team is your mortgage lender. Here's how you can utilize your mortgage lender to make the best home offer in a competitive [...]

Ready for the warm weather? So are we! As spring warms up and rain starts to pass, we have compiled a list of things that are perfect to get you outside. Whether it's a date night, family outing, or a "treat yourself" night, try these activities on a sunny day!

Greater Portland:

DINING:

Warmer weather means that patio season is back! It’s the perfect time to try a new restaurant!

Try: Royal River Grill or Scales!

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HIKING:

The Greater Portland area has a great network of trails, a few might even lead you to a brewery!

Try: Fore River Sanctuary or Presumpscot River Preserve!

PADDLING:

It’s a great time to hit the water! With so many islands to explore in Casco Bay, you’ll have a blast!

Try: Portland Paddle or Maine BayCycle

 

We brought together the top new construction brokers in Southern Maine on April 26th at the Public Works in Portland!

“Get the Scoop on New Construction” not only educated brokers on the benefits of new construction, but showcased the numerous new construction opportunities and developments within the Greater Portland Region. Eleven [...]

Hey there, fellow real estate enthusiasts! 

If you've been keeping an eye on the Maine market in Q1 of 2023, you'll know that things have been shifting around quite a bit. The Covid "FOMO" is definitely over, and that's a good thing! We realtors finally have a chance to catch our breath and connect with our clients on a deeper level. But [...]

Portside Real Estate Group received a prestigious Brokerage Award from Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE), a global network of 550 independent real estate firms. The award was presented at the LeadingRE Annual Conference, which took place March 28-30 at Wynn Las [...]

April is Fair Housing Month. For many people, this may not hold much meaning, but it’s a great time to refresh your memory on the importance of the Fair Housing Act and better understand what it means for better understand what it means for you!

As Women’s history month concludes, we wanted to take a moment to review the importance of the month and what Portsiders got up to.