Portland, Maine has a way of pulling people in. Maybe it’s the waterfront.The food scene.The walkable neighborhoods.Or that feeling that you’re living somewhere special — without it feeling overwhelming. If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in Portland, there are a few things I always w

Market Context: A Year of Recalibration After several years defined by extreme inventory shortages, rapid price escalation, and intense buyer competition, 2025 marked a meaningful shift in the housing market — both nationally and here in Maine. Increased inventory, longer days on market, and flatter

If you’ve ever thought,“I just want someone to explain this without making me feel dumb or rushed,”you’re my kind of person. I’m Kim Tarbox, a real estate broker in Southern Maine, and for over 15 years, I’ve helped buyers, sellers, and investors make smart, confident moves — without the pressure, c