Vicki Doudera – Realtor, Author, Mainer

The bottom of the market seems to be here — in fact, prices are starting to rise in some areas, indicating that we are scratching and clawing are way OUT of the bottom.  If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines, now is THE TIME to get into the game and purchase real estate! There are definitely some [...]

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The housing market is starting to show signs of moving… and I’m thrilled. Not just because it means I can help some of my clients get their homes sold, but because so many industries depend on a healthy housing market. Not just contractors, big box store operators, and huge real estate firms, but lots of [...]

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Several years ago, I was the “on duty” agent at Camden Real Estate Company when a call came in from a woman visiting the area from Florida. In a strong, no-nonsense voice she said she wanted to look at houses as soon as possible and she ticked off a few she’d chosen. I met her that afternoon – a [...]

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Am I the type of agent who would pick up clients in a blizzard and take them to see houses? You bet — in fact that is just what I did during one of our more recent snowstorms, and it was quite the adventure.  Trust me — not all of my winter appointments consist of bringing [...]

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A week or so ago, my daughter had to write an Italian Sonnet for homework and challenged me to write one, too. It’s been a long time since I thought about iambic pentameter, rhyme schemes (this one had to be abba, abba, cde, cde) and the like.  We sat in front of the fire while [...]

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A long time ago the Pilgrims sailed, to find a brand new land. They wanted to worship God themselves, not by the King’s command. So begins an eight-verse epic poem written by yours truly in November of 1971. I was a fifth grader at Norfolk Elementary School in Massachusetts, steeped so deeply in the lore [...]

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This month marks a milestone for Ed and I. Twenty-five years ago we took a trip to Maine together and fell in love with the beauty of the state. Six months later, we were official residents. It was an ad in the Boston Globe that caught my eye. A very inexpensive cottage was available for [...]

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  What a difference a year makes… and some sunny weather! Last weekend’s trek was such a wonderful ride. The 180 miles flew by and the scenery was fabulous. Thanks to all of you who supported my ride this year! And thanks to Robin Chace for these great photos.

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The Finish Line in Belfast The Trek Across Maine is coming up once more (June 18 to 20) and despite last year’s dismal weather, I have to say I’m looking forward to it. There is something great about spending a few days with nothing more to worry about than getting from point A to point [...]

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We are about to buy an old cottage constructed in the forties or fifties that needs MUCHO work: the classic “fixer-upper.” It occured to me that as we progress, I might share some of our experiences so that any of you who take the same path can benefit. Right now we are in the “gather [...]

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