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Preparing for a Fall Move: Late-Summer Home-Selling Tips
Summer is winding down, and if a fall move is on your mind, now is the time to start getting your home ready. Our real estate agents can help you turn these last warm weeks into a head start on a smooth, successful sale.
Why Late Summer Is Prime Time to Get Moving
You might assume the real estate market slows down once school starts, but that is not really how it plays out in Augusta. Buyers who missed out during the busy spring season are often still actively looking, and many want to close before the holidays hit. Browsing
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Back-to-School Organizing: Streamlining Your Home Routine
There's a particular kind of quiet that settles over Augusta in late August, right before the school buses start running again. Our real estate agents at Sprague & Curtis Real Estate are in and out of homes all year long, and we've noticed the same thing happen in a lot of them this time of year: everyone means to get organized, and then the first Tuesday of school arrives anyway.
What's Actually Going On During Back-to-School Week
It's rarely the school part that trips people up. It's the small stuff, a missing shoe, a lunch left on the counter, a backpack that's somehow not where it...
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Late-Summer Adventures: Kayaking, Hiking, and Exploring Near Augusta
The late-summer sun is shining, and you won't find a better time of year for outdoor adventures near Augusta homes for sale. This is the perfect time for outdoor activities, with pleasant weather ideal for hiking, spending time on the water, and exploring the Augusta area's expansive natural beauty. Our real estate agents have more to say about the best places for la...
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August Events and End-of-Summer Fun in the Kennebec Valley
Summer isn't over yet! We still have a few weeks of warm, sunny weather to enjoy outdoor activities in the Kennebec Valley. Whether you're looking for a low-key community event or an adrenaline-packed adventure, here are some of the top end-of-summer activities our real estate agents recommend.
Best End-of-Summer Activities in the Kennebec Valley
Kennebec River Brewfest
Address: Downtown Augusta, ME 04330
Augusta is known for its craft beer, and the...
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Local Eats: The Best Ice Cream and Treat Shops Around Augusta
Now that summer's here, it's the perfect time to cool off with ice cream in Maine. Whether you crave a classic scoop or prefer to branch out with a more unique flavor and loads of toppings, you'll find plenty of places to enjoy a creamy treat. Our real estate agents suggest indulging your sweet tooth at one (or more!) of the following ice cream shops.