by Doug Stevenson Bowdoinham Maine | Jun 24, 2025 | Doug Stevenson, Real Estate
What Are Build-to-Rent CommunitiesBuild-to-rent (BTR) communities are purpose-built neighborhoods where all homes are constructed with the specific intent of being rented out, not sold. These single-family rental communities offer a hybrid between traditional...
by Doug Stevenson Bowdoinham Maine | Jun 24, 2025 | Doug Stevenson, Real Estate
Understanding the Basics of ZoningZoning laws are local regulations that govern how land can be used in different geographic areas. They classify areas into zones such as residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use, and outline what types of buildings and...
by Doug Stevenson Bowdoinham Maine | May 26, 2025 | Doug Stevenson, Real Estate
If you’re new to real estate investing, you’ve likely come across the term “cap rate.” Short for capitalization rate, the cap rate is one of the most commonly used metrics to evaluate the potential return on an investment property. But what exactly is it,...
by Doug Stevenson Bowdoinham Maine | May 26, 2025 | Bowdoinham Maine, Real Estate
In the competitive world of real estate investing, finding a great deal can feel like chasing a moving target. Properties listed on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) are visible to everyone—buyers, brokers, and institutional investors—which drives up competition and...
by Doug Stevenson Bowdoinham Maine | Apr 24, 2025 | Bowdoinham Maine, Real Estate
Becoming a landlord might sound like a passive path to financial freedom—collecting monthly rent checks while your property appreciates in value. But ask any experienced landlord, and they’ll tell you the truth: managing a rental property is far from hands-off....
by Doug Stevenson Bowdoinham Maine | Apr 24, 2025 | Doug Stevenson, Real Estate
As technology becomes more deeply integrated into everyday life, the real estate market is following suit. Smart homes—properties equipped with connected devices that control lighting, climate, security, and even appliances—are becoming increasingly popular. For...
