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Peter McPhail

ATV Trails and Land Use in Maine

People purchase property in Maine for many reasons but at some level the recreational opportunities are always a factor.  It doesn't matter what time of year, if you enjoy the outdoors there are always activities available regardless of your age. Winter in Maine offers snowshoeing, ice fishing, cross country skiing, downhill skiing and [...]

Innovative Maine Company Provides Dependable Drinking Water

Are you looking to buy land in Maine to build an off grid, strategic location property?  Maine has some great properties for sale that will fit your needs.  There are a lot of criteria to consider but a few basics hit the top of the list.  Today, let's just look at the basic need of drinking [...]

Rule of Thumb for Valuing Maine Land

One of the most common questions we receive at the Land Brothers regarding selling Maine land is "Do you have a rule of thumb for pricing Maine land?" Great question, but before answering we should look at factors that affect the value of land in Maine.

Factor 1: Access If the property is not on a state/county/town maintained road does it [...]

Deferring Capital Gains When Selling Maine Land

Death and taxes are unavoidable but they can be delayed. The former by eating right and exercise and the later by employing the right strategy when selling your land.  If you are considering selling your land in Maine and will realize a large capital gain you may want to consider a 1031 tax deferred exchange, aka. Starker exchange.   Always [...]