How's the Market?

You're probably asked on a regular basis, "How's the market?" At Maine Listings, we're all about data and we want to provide you with talking points when someone asks you about what's happening in the market place. Trend reports are a great way to analyze past and current market behavior. This kind of analysis relies on examining statistical data and recorded market behavior over a defined period of time and Maine Listings has been tracking trends for a number of years. This chart compares the statuses of Active, Active Under Contract, and Pending in the Single Family property type as of the first day of every month since October 1, 2019. Active counts are continuing to show a downward trend while Active Under Contract and Pending counts show a slight upward trend.

Single Family Stats Correction

There has been a correction to the Total Dollar Volume for Single Family and # of Sold Listings of the Single Family Statistics. In addition to the December press release which provides the statistics for the month of December and the rolling three months, Maine Listings is pleased to announce a graphical version of the fourth quarter and full year statistics which you can easily add to your listing and buyer presentations. This report contains statistics for single family sales in Maine by county. 

3 Tips on How Agents Can Grow Social Media Connections

1. Consistent and Engaging Content: One of the most effective ways to grow your social media presence is by consistently posting valuable and engaging content. Share informative articles, tips for homebuyers or sellers, neighborhood spotlights, market updates, and visually appealing photos or videos of your listings.

2. Utilize Relevant Hashtags: Hashtags play a crucial role in increasing the visibility of your social media posts. Research and use relevant hashtags related to real estate, your local area, and popular trends.

3. Collaborate and Network: Building connections with other professionals and influencers in the real estate industry can significantly expand your social media reach. Engage with local businesses, mortgage brokers, home stagers, interior designers, and other related professionals by sharing their content, featuring their services, or collaborating on joint projects.

Are You Using FOREWARN?

There is no bigger priority for Maine Listings than the personal safety and security of our members. Given that real estate professionals operate within an industry that is largely based on in person interactions, it is more important than ever to remain vigilant and take all of the necessary precautions to be safe.

With this in mind, Maine Listings provides each licensee (Agents AND Appraisers) a FOREWARN account at no additional charge! To activate your FOREWARN account an email address and cell phone number in the cell phone field of your member profile is required. Need help? Click here for more details. 

Do's and Don'ts of Remarks

In order to keep our database an accurate resource for all users, Maine Listings has rules and regulations regarding data entry. Today, let’s discuss agent/agency promotion.

Do: Use the Remarks field to accurately describe your listing. Promote the many features of the property – be descriptive! Want to promote yourself? Use the Advertising Remarks field to promote your contact information!

Don’t: Agent/Agency promotion is not allowed in the remarks or the open house comments. For example: in the Remarks field, you cannot display your name or the name of your agency. This also includes phone numbers, email addresses, URLs, etc.. Don’t forget this applies to photos, as well. The policy does not allow for any branding or company/agent signs to be included in your photos. 

Need Statistics?

WOW your clients and be the market expert armed with local area statistics with the single click of a button! Just look for the Domus Analytics button on the menu bar above the listing on the details screen. The Market Review report will be specific to the property type and the town location of the listing displayed on your screen.

Comparable Search

Watch this 2 minute video on how to use the Comparable Search feature in Flexmls.



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How Do I Register For a Training Class?

Go to MaineListings.com and Log into your Member Portal. Go to the Education tab (top). Select Upcoming Courses. Select your desired class. Click the green Register button.