Beth Harris and Kelly Hoffman
"Marie guided us through every step of the process of buying our first home. She was always available when we needed help, advice or support. She was cheerful and encouraging even in the most frustrating situations. Marie tirelessly trekked all across southern Maine in search of the perfect home for us. We are so happy to not only have a great home, but also a new friend. We would definitely use Marie as our agent in the future."

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Edie Carey
"I truly could not have been happier with my experience with Marie. As a first time home buyer, I had a lot of anxiety about the process. Marie made me feel so comfortable, explained everything clearly, and made what seemed intimidating so manageable-and even easy. I was also traveling a great deal for work while we were under contract, and she was enormously helpful with setting up inspections and various other appointments in my absence. In additon to being the consummate professional, Marie is also just a warm, lovely person to be around. I recommend her wholeheartedly."

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Patricia Bauman
"I'm so delighted that everything has come to completion. I'm very, very happy to have this beautiful unit. Yes, I think I will be very happy there. Thank you so much, Marie, for all of your help and tireless legwork. You were great to work with and critical to making this possible, especially given the challenges of a real trans-Atlantic process. I was very glad to be able to feel confident in your capacities to facilitate this whole process from beginning to finish. Again, my thanks to you."

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David Sharfman
"You are truly a rare breed and a tremendous asset to the real estate industry. Your integrity, ethics, and professionalism are exceptional and model attributes for all other realtors to strive to achieve. I say this after the purchase and sale of 10 properties in the last 8 years and working with many very difficult realtors. You are the top of my list for anyone looking to buy or sell."

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Portland Client
"Marie helped me buy a new house and sell my old house and in both cases, her work was outstanding. Marie is extremely intelligent and hard working, very knowledgeable about all real estate matters, incredibly patient and positive, and a lot of fun to spend time with. When I searched for my "dream house," Marie made connections with homeowners whose houses weren't even on the market, but thanks to Marie my house was under contract in under three weeks and set a price record for my street. Marie is an exceptional realtor and a very special person. I would highly recommend her for any real estate transaction."

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Nina Shore
"Dear Michele,
Thanks so much for helping me find the perfect condo.
You listened to what I wanted and showed me realistic properties that suited my needs. You spent time on the details and helped with the decision process.
Not only are you an excellent realtor but you have also become a valued friend.
I would highly recommend you to my friends. Thanks again for your help.
I am so pleased with my condo and my children are too.
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Brenda Leavitt
"Michele is a very dedicated, loyal individual. She works extremely well with clients in order to reach a common goal!

Owner/Broker
Badger Realty
North Conway, NH
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Rose Robinson
"Michele impressed me with her energy and enthusiasm in regards to her real estate career. She frequently worked long hours to make sure her clients were taken care of. In addition to that, she is very intelligent and knowledgeable about her chosen career. I would recommend Michele to anyone who is considering buying or selling a home.

Owner/Broker
Coldwell Banker Wright Realty
Conway, NH
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Tom Juenemann
"I have utilized Michele Perejda of Townsend Realty to assist me with an important family real estate issue. Ms. Perejda left no stone unturned in ensuring that this project succeeded to everyone's highest expectations. She nailed the big picture quickly, and applied her abundant talents to smoothing the bumps and there were some thorny parts. She kept me well-informed.

She is personable, knowledgeable, and unnerved by deviations from plan. With a great work ethic, she was able to move my project crisply to closing. Michele seems highly respected by her peers in the business, working well with them to remove hurdles. Throughout I felt she showed unusually high standards and drive. As a broker she is good at negotiating the give and take. Her knowledge of the market and her sense of integrity are palpable. I'd say, if she takes a job, it will be done thoroughly and professionally. I recommend her without hesitation.

Executive Director
Institute for Family-Owned Business
Portland, Maine

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Debbie and Bill Goldberg
"Dear Michele,

We just wanted to thank-you for all your efforts in finding the perfect house for us. You really went above and beyond especially driving to meet us at Colby College!
We really appreciate all your hard work and look forward to getting to know you better at Gould Academy!

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Linda P. an associate agent
"One of the two most knowledgeable people you'll find in Maine regarding historic property and architecture.
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Aileen D. an associate agent
"Mona is a go-getter. She's aggressive and generous, which is a neat combination for a real estate agent. She has a lot of knowledge and a lot of energy.
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Debbie Z.
"We could not imagine having anyone but you to work with us. You have so much respect, and you don't judge.
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Jonathan Bassett
"It was a pleasure to work with you. You made the experience easy and manageable for me as a first time, stressed out home buyer! I love where I am at, and will always refer anyone looking to you.
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Doug MacIntyre
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Mona really cares for people.
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B. Martineau
"I've spread the word about Mona Letourneau. She's great, she's incredibly helpful, she's friendly and she does a lot of work for her clients. I'm telling everyone about her!
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Bruce C.
"The open house was Sunday from one to three. We had gone away for the weekend, and when we returned around five p.m. we saw that Mona was there, showing the property and the neighborhood to some late arrivals from out of town. I have sold eighteen properties over the years, and I can say that there has never been anyone who will work harder than Mona to sell your property.
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Lee J.
"You are the best person I have ever worked with in real estate by far. Thank you!"

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Tabby B.
"She's awesome. I can't begin to describe how helpful she is.
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Norbert and Erica Z.
"Mona is totally motivated and she's very thorough. Exceptional. She's great to work with.
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Gardner C.
"Always working to improve the deal. Always working to protect a clients' time and wealth. Always the right realtor."

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Michael and Marilyn Powers
" This is the second house we bought with Kathryn Townsend and both were smooth and enjoyable experiences with a women who knows her business and has your best interest at heart. I'm extremely hard of hearing, but with Kathy on your team no one is going to try and slip a fast one by you - lol. I might decide to move one more time Kathy, when we do you'll be the first one I call. "

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Peter and Rita Steinbach
"When we decided to move to Portland from Massachusetts, we were very lucky to link up with Justin Nichols who has been absolutely wonderful during our search. He supported us with great knowledge and enthusiasm and was very fast coming up with answers to our many questions via phone or email. When we had difficulty agreeing on any of the many houses we saw, Justin showed patience and made it his mission to find the perfect house for us? and he succeeded! It was a pleasure dealing with such a likeable, honest, knowledgeable and professional person not only during the search, but also during the closing process. We highly recommend him to anyone. Thanks a lot for the journey, Friend!"

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Nancy & Greg Rossnagel
"When my husband and I decided we wanted to buy a second home in Maine, we contacted realtors in the Portland area and were very fortunate to come in contact with Justin Nichols at Townsend Real Estate. From the beginning, Justin was helpful, attentive and professional. He spent a considerable amount of time developing criteria and finding properties suited to our needs. We were both impressed with his knowledge of the area and the whole real estate process. As a result of working with him, with found a beautiful home to enjoy for many years! "

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Anish & Stefanie Dhanda
"We can't say enough good things about our experience with Justin Nichols. We had been considering buying a vacation home for some time, and when we decided to start the process, we were very fortunate to have Justin as our broker. From the beginning, Justin took the time to sit with us and understand our likes and dislikes. We only had weekends to see places, and Justin made sure our time was well spent. We expected this process to take a long time, but Justin narrowed our choices to the best of the best in short order. When we finally found our dream vacation home, Justin went above and beyond the call of duty. His attention to detail is impeccable. His integrity and ethics are commendable. Our situation from beginning to end was a bit of a roller coaster ride, but Justin took care of all and any worries. We never would have closed on the home we have now and may never have found something better if it hadn't been for Justin's tenacity. If you are looking for someone who will take the extra time to research everything you need to know about a property and then make sure that you are protected throughout the whole closing process, then Justin is your man."

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Joyce Thomas
"For my brother and I, selling the family home was a job greatly dreaded and put off for a very long time. However, thanks to Jane Armstrong and the staff of Townsend Real Estate, the task was simple, quick and very rewarding. Jane had great advice (which we mostly followed) on preparing the home for sale. The "Open House" was well done. We had a solid offer on the house very soon. Jane is
personable, knowledgeable, professional and a master at giving those subtle, gentle proddings so very much needed by us, the sellers, to accomplish the needed signatures, paperwork, meetings, etc. My brother and I lead busy lives. Seeing how much work Jane put into the sale, realizing how much work the task required, we are happy
that we did not try to sell the house ourselves. The house is sold, we got our price, my brother and I are still friends and if I ever have another house to sell, I'll call Townsend for sure.
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Sandra Hayward
"My experience as a first time home buyer with Townsend Real Estate was terrific. I could not have asked for a better, more competent, or efficient real estate agent than Justin Nichols. I appreciated his patience, flexibility and especially the follow-up from the beginning to beyond the closing. Thanks Townsend!

Sandra Hayward
Portland, Maine
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Bob Thomas
"Thank you for the excellent work you have done on behalf of our acquisitions effort. You went well beyond typical brokerage services by not only bringing us a range of suitable property, but consistently going the extra mile in doing research and offering valuable insight on each property. All this and some good lunches too - I've enjoyed working with you and hope to have the chance to do so again.
Best,
Bob Thomas
Turnstone Property, Inc.
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Kevin and Annemarie Curnin
"I've intended to write for weeks now to praise the work Justin Nichols did for us on our new home. He was just terrific. As you know, this was no ordinary transaction. It was a lengthy and laborious process. Justin not only rose to the challenge, he exceeded our expectations. He was knowledgeable and industrious, careful and courteous, and highly accessible. We felt as if he were a true ally in the process, who wished for us to get the best service and best deal possible. This was as true on the day we closed as on the first day we met. In fact, Justin did a great job helping us refine our search and zero in on this property to begin with. When that turned out to be only the beginning, he was there with us, side-by-side every step and turn along the way. He has a great deal of knowledge and insight, and is more than willing to seek out answers and share information he doesn't already have. He really seems to enjoy his work and that alone is a great asset. I would not hesitate for a moment to recommend Justin or Townsend to anyone."

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Ryan Nitz and Alicia Faller
"We could not have found a more thorough, friendly and attentive agent than Justin. We had just one weekend to come to Maine and buy a house, and we didn't know the area very well. Justin worked with us extensively over the phone and by email to come up with a list of houses to see. He previewed many of them for us to make sure they were worth our time, since he knew our time was so limited. During our weekend in Maine, we saw 20 of the most promising houses on the market. By the end of the weekend, we signed a contract on a house.
We've been here 6 months now, and we fall more in love with our home each day.

Justin pointed out many features of the homes, both good and bad, that we would have missed without his attention to detail. Even the landscaping was carefully looked over for problem areas and hidden potential. He also told us about nature hikes, fun restaurants and shops in each neighborhood we looked in.

We would highly recommend Justin to anyone looking for the perfect neighborhood and home."

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Mike and Pat Ranalla
"Words really do not suffice in expressing our deepest gratitude for the superb service we received from our REALTOR, Justin Nichols. Justin was recommended to us from a co-worker. From the first, promptly returned phone call to the closing of our land, we received top rate, personalized service. We never ceased to be amazed at ALL that he would do for us, going far beyond what we anticipated. Justin not only showed us multiple listings of properties within our budget and locale we were seeking, but also walked the properties, measuring lines, and spoke with the town office code enforcement. He demonstrated that our best interests
were always first and foremost.

We could not be happier with the prompt, efficient, personalized, and outstanding professional service we received from Justin. We have already recommended Justin to others and will continue to recommend him very highly. He truly is an exemplary asset to the Townsend Real Estate team ."

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Geoff and Kristie Iacuessa
"As first time homebuyers, Townsend Real Estate made the entire process easy and enjoyable. Justin Nichols' professionalism and attention to detail made our experience an extremely positive one. We had many questions along the way and Justin was always there to answer them and provide assistance. In addition in no-way was Justin ever pushy. He listened to our needs and assisted us in attaining our goal of purchasing our first home. I would highly recommend Justin Nichols and Townsend Real Estate to anyone looking for a reputable real estate agent and firm.
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Tammy Bickmore and Bernadette Kroon
"Tamara has been an outstanding resource for us in multiple real estate transactions. She is extremely knowledgeable and organized. She is able to prepare you for all phases of the real estate buying and selling process. Her approach is calm and she makes you feel that no matter what your question or what may happen in the process she can and does handle it with you. We are so grateful to have had Tamara be part of our real estate experiences and we would recommend her and the entire Townsend team
without reservation. You will be treated respectfully and Tamara will go the extra mile to make your home buying all the celebration it should be"

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Terry Clifford and Julie Wildes
"You have been WAY too generous - I hope you understand how much it meant to have someone as energetic and passionate about the real estate business as you were to help us through the sale of the house....and with such INTEGRITY! It was a difficult decision to move forward but not a difficult decision to work with you"

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Phil Tyson
"Your honest and clear communication is refreshing "

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Dr. Jonathan and Alison Dreifus
"We have loved working with you. You have made everything very easy, "You rock"

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Kim and Craig Hansen
"When it was time for my husband and I to begin searching for a home we were under the assumption that it would take some time. We were very particular and not in any hurry. When it came time to enlist the assistance of a broker I automatically thought of Judy. I am also a nurse who works with Judy at Mercy Hospital. Judy exceeded our expectations of a real estate broker. She asked me what sort of specifications we were looking for and away she went. I began receiving e-mails within a day or two of our initial conversation. Each and every listing we received fit our specifications exactly. We made appointments to see four houses. The last house we saw was the one. As soon as we made our decision, Judy was on the phone to the listing broker. We were always able to get in touch with her. If she did not answer her phone it was never more than an hour until she returned our calls. She definitely went above and beyond any other brokers we had interacted with before. Judy enabled us to feel as if the entire process was effortless on our part. I have, and will continue, to recommend her to anyone that is searching for a home."

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Andrew and Sharon McNabb
"We made a wise decision going with Townsend Real Estate for both selling our home and buying another. Kathy Townsend's knowledge and experience helped us to get both deals done quickly. We couldn't recommend Townsend Real Estate higher."

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Jack Sizer, M.D.,MBA,CEO Optimal Health Group, Inc
"Maria and I have remarked many times of our good fortune for having chosen the Townsend Agency as out Realtor.

Kathryn gave us appropriate and unvarnished information and guidance; not only saving us time but money as well.

Kathryn and the Townsend staff were prompt and informative in their reply to our questions or needs .

Support did not end with the closing .Invaluable help locating high quality local craftsmen and services was willingly provided.

We recommend the Townsend Agency with out reservation."

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Judy Manion, South Portland
"JoAnn provided extraordinary service, was a storehouse of knowledge, had a great sense of humor, listened with more patience than most people could, and was efficient in following up on the few wrinkles that were encountered. She kept me calm when my impatience threatened to push me off course. Thanks JoAnn!"

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Austin and Fred Malloy, Falmouth Foreside
"JoAnn estimated we could get $50,000 more for our home than the other realtors we interviewed, and then delivered in 2 and a half weeks! Wow!"

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Beth Arsenault, South Portland
"I wanted to know that the sale of my home was top priority with my broker. She definitely made me feel that way. She kept in constant contact and was very honest."

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Karin Eklund, Brunswick
"JoAnn was very attentive to my needs and followed through with details. She is honest. She was very available. She was terrific! "

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Brian Ritchie, Falmouth
"JoAnn explained the process very well?.this was our first home. She sent us listings the moment they came on the market. She was very available, VERY IMPORTANT!"

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Kim and Wally Geyer, Portland
"She is a wonderful hard worker and a great people person!"

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Jason Harris, Cumberland Foreside
"AAA+ JoAnn was prompt, courteous, reliable, thorough, and professional. She was a great listener and told the truth. I highly recommend her to friends and family. I have completed a lot of transactions so far and this was the best so far. JoAnn did an outstanding job!"

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Daphne and Ian
"It is such a pleasure to do business with Townsend Real Estate. When we first moved to Portland and began our search, Kathy Townsend really listened to us and our changing needs. She worked tirelessly in finding the right property for us. We have recommended the professionals at Townsend Real Estate to our friends and colleagues and will continue to do so with the confidence in knowing that they will be well taken care of!"

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Jennifer and Malcolm Benham
"Malcolm and I have nothing but fantastic things to report about our experience with you. Heck, from our first day of house hunting to the day of our closing was forty-five days! A small miracle in and of itself. We couldn't have hoped for a smoother process or a nicer agent. You were always so available and willing to answer all of our questions (very comforting to first time home-buyers), and your references for contract workers were great (very helpful for the prospective owners of a "project house"). If we were to do it all over again, we'd choose you as our agent in a heartbeat!"

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Celeste
"Our experience with Ruth Hope is summed up in two words: comfortable and professional. As a realtor, Ruth provided us, as first time homebuyers, with extreme knowledge, ease and a sense of ownership over the process. Within hours, literally, we found the house that we wanted, made an offer and we were in the throws of purchasing a home the next day! Ruth made the process simple and also allowed for ask questions when we had them. Our experience goes beyond homebuying, as Ruth was also our midwive for our little girl, Sofia. She has a sincere sense of what individuals and families are looking for and I would highly recommend working with Ruth Hope."

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Andrew and Sharon McNabb
"We made a wise decision going with Townsend Real Estate for both selling our home and buying another. Kathy Townsend's knowledge and experience helped us to get both deals done quickly. We couldn't recommend Townsend Real Estate higher."

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Brian
"Ruth was an excellent and very patient resource in aiding me with the purchase of my first home. She helped me stay on track, within my budget, and explained the overall process very well. I felt confident through out the purchase process because I knew that I was being listened to and respected. If I ever move again I will be listing with Ruth!"

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Linda Stilphen, Owner of Gardens of Atlantis
"I want to express to you how much you have made the process of buying this property and realizing my long dream of creating this Center, easier and more enjoyable. Having worked with other agents, I know how much time you have put into making sure I was informed, comfortable and protected through all the issues and problems that arose during negotiations and beyond. You have gone over and above what I know others would have. You have knowledge and commitment far beyond others in your field. I have enjoyed your optimistic personality and joyous sense of humor. Thank you for all you have done to make my dream a reality."

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Emily Abigail Davidson
"Marie's enthusiasm is contagious. She knows the local area well making the process of looking at homes enjoyable. She has a strong commitment to providing the best possible service: always going the extra mile whenever I had questions or concerns, attending to every detail, and being reassuring and professional throughout the entire transaction.

I'm thankful I had the opportunity to work with Marie and highly recommend her to anyone with future real estate needs."

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Rolla and Cheryl Beeman
"This was the first time we had ever been involved in the sale of property. We had a number of questions and concerns and Marie was very good about answering our questions and guiding us in the right direction. She kept us informed when the house was being shown and provided us with feedback after every showing. She let us know what to expect at closing and was there to hold our hand.

The death of my mother and the subsequent sale of her home was very difficult for my family. Marie was able to reduce a lot of the stress dealing with the sale. I would highly recommend her to anyone. Marie is extremely knowledgeable and a total professional."

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Jeanne Mullen and Kathy Rossvall
"Marie helped us both sell our home and purchase another, all on the same day! It was a pleasure working with her from the moment we first met her at an open house to her follow up visits after both properties were sold. Marie is constantly available, returning messages promptly, picking up needed forms, etc. She is tireless and kept us apprised throughout every step of the transaction. We will continue to consult her for any real estate needs or interests."

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