July 2, 2020
We really are lucky in Maine to have great access to a number of farms that produce healthy, locally grown and sourced food. Farmers' Markets and CSAs are a great way to take advantage of these opportunities and bring healthy food to your kitchen and dinner table. In this post, we will talk about how to find a Farmers' Market and CSA program near you!
June 18, 2020
First impressions matter- at least they do when it comes to your home's exterior. No matter how lovely the interior of your house may be, the exterior can make or break a sale. Improving your curb appeal takes a critical eye, but once you have identified areas that need improvement, the steps to do so are rather simple and can play such a huge role! Read along for some tips from us and see what you can apply to your own home if you are thinking of selling in the future or if you want some ideas on improving things for your own enjoyment.
June 11, 2020
For many renters in apartments and those who live in older homes, small rooms and spaces can be a tough obstacle to work around. The newer trend of open concept and loftier rooms automatically lends itself to larger, more airy spaces that other places like apartments can lack. However, there are many ways to make a smaller space look better that are easy to do, they just take a little ingenuity and creativity!
Continue reading Easy ways to make a small space look bigger
June 4, 2020
Health is wealth. How many times have we heard that? Maybe it’s the fact that the world and our country continues to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, but many folks are starting to really focus on ways to keep themselves as healthy and safe as possible. A great place to spend some time and work on for this is your home and living spaces! There are so many easy and quick ways to make your home healthier, as well as some bigger projects that can be tackled in renovations.
Continue reading Home design tricks and tips that promote a healthy lifestyle
May 28, 2020
This week we are celebrating our three-year anniversary as a company! On May 23, 2017, Locations Real Estate Group was born. We are so thankful to all of our clients for their support throughout the years. A HUGE acknowledgement, of course, needs to go out to our incredible team of agents and staff who make what we do everyday possible.
May 21, 2020
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us and so, for many in Maine, it’s time to start our summer vegetable gardens. Vegetable gardening is a wonderful activity as it is relaxing, but can also be a fun challenge for those who are looking for one! According to experts, gardening is good for you because it gets you moving, get you a bit dirty (because, apparently, dirt is good for you!), boosts your mood, and connects you with nature- all which can be incredibly therapeutic.
So, how can one best take advantage of the gardening season in Maine? Let’s dive on in!
May 14, 2020
It’s hard not to feel cooped up during COVID-19! With stay-at-home measures, safety guidelines, and the often 
overwhelming feeling that being in an unprecedented time can give, it’s understandable that many of us feel antsy and uncomfortable! Since staying home and being safe are utmost priorities right now, it is important to take care of our mental health and energy by doing a variety of activities to benefit our mind, body, and home.
One great activity that you can dedicate some time to is repainting! This is a great activity because it devotes time and energy to more than just the painting process- a lot of work goes into planning and prepping, as well. However, it is easy to start feeling overwhelmed when it comes to painting, as it can be a pricey home improvement process. Let’s help calm those worries! Continue reading Thinking about repainting? Here are some tips!
May 7, 2020
It’s starting to finally feel like spring in Maine! The sun is shining a bit more than it was a month ago, the air is getting warmer, and we are shedding those winter layers. While Mainers continue to abide by Governor Mills’ Stay at Home guidelines as our state faces COVID-19, now is a great time to work on your yard. Not only will your property benefit, but you will enjoy the fresh air and be able to get out of the house in a way that is safe for yourself and others.
According to the New York Times Home Maintenance Checklist, here are some lawn and garden projects that are great to work on during the spring months: Continue reading Get fresh air while giving your property a fresh look
