SELLING IN MAINE
Complete compliance guide for selling your home in Maine. Meydomo handles all state-specific requirements, MLS compliance, and legal disclosures.
Last updated November 10, 2025
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Licensed Qualifying Broker Supervision
Every Meydomo transaction in Maine operates under the supervision of a licensed Qualifying Broker who ensures full regulatory compliance:
- • Daily: Review all new listings, price changes, and advertising
- • Weekly: Audit 10% of active files for compliance
- • Monthly: Reconcile trust accounts and verify licenses
- • 24/7 Escalation: Call (448) 408-1873 and press 9 for direct Broker access
- • Coverage: E&O insurance on every transaction
AI handles the volume. Broker ensures compliance. You get both for $199 + $999.
Maine Real Estate Overview
Maine traditionally uses attorneys for closings but has no legal requirement. The state has detailed statutory seller disclosure requirements and tight inventory with high prices for Northern New England.
Federal Compliance Checklist
Lead-Based Paint Hazard Disclosure
Federal law (Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992) requires sellers of homes built before 1978 to disclose any known lead-based paint or lead hazards and provide buyers with the EPA’s lead hazard information pamphlet. Buyers must also be given a 10-day opportunity to conduct a lead paint inspection or waive that right.
Fair Housing Act (No Discriminatory Advertising)
Under the federal Fair Housing Act, sellers (and their agents) must not publish any advertisement for the listing that expresses a discriminatory preference based on protected classes (e.g. race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin). For example, statements such as 'no children' or other exclusions in home listings are unlawful.
State-Level Rules Sellers Must Follow
Property Disclosure Statement
Maine law (33 M.R.S. §173) requires sellers of residential real property (1–4 units) to provide a Property Disclosure Statement to the buyer **before or at the time an offer is made**. The Maine disclosure must include information about: the water supply system, insulation, heating system, waste disposal system, the presence of hazardous materials, known defects, and matters affecting the habitability of the property. The Maine Real Estate Commission’s approved form covers these items and more (e.g., zoning violations, flood zone status, and known encroachments). If the seller fails to provide this statement, it’s not automatic grounds to void the sale, but the buyer could potentially have claims against the seller for nondisclosure of material facts. Additionally, Maine requires specific **radon testing disclosure**: sellers must disclose any known radon test results, and if a test hasn’t been done, provide the buyer with a state radon pamphlet (the buyer then has a right to test).
County & City Considerations
Local Requirements
Maine’s seller disclosure requirements are centralized at the state level. Local municipalities do not impose additional seller disclosures beyond those mandated by state law. (For example, while some Maine towns may require a septic inspection or a fire department certificate for smoke detectors at sale, those are not "disclosure" forms provided to buyers, but rather conditions for closing.)
Seller Disclosure Requirements
What sellers must disclose in Maine:
- Title 33, §173 - statutory Property Disclosure Statement required
- Must disclose water supply type/location/malfunctions/tests
- Wastewater/septic system type/location/age/service disclosure
- Heating systems and hazardous materials disclosure
- Shoreland septic systems require certified inspection at transfer
- Registered radon providers required for transaction testing
MLS Rules & Listing Logistics
MLS Procedures
Maine listings (through Maine Listings, the statewide MLS) require a listing agreement. MLS rules require timely entry of new listings and adherence to the Clear Cooperation policy. A primary photo must be added (Maine Listings requires at least one exterior photo). MLS rules also note that the seller’s Property Disclosure should be made available—often agents upload the disclosure form as an attachment in the MLS for other agents to see. All MLS remarks are subject to fair housing scrutiny. Additionally, because Maine has many seasonal and rural properties, MLS fields often prompt disclosure of seasonal access roads, etc., but these are informational fields separate from the official disclosure form.
How Much Equity You Keep on a $419,000 Sale
Every seller sees the math before launch. We assume a $12,570 buyer-agent incentive (3%) across all options so you can compare apples-to-apples with “flat fee” services that tack on a percentage at closing.
| Option | Upfront Fees | Due at Closing | Total Listing Cost | Buyer Agent (3%) | Total Listing & Selling Costs | Savings vs 6% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meydomo Flat-Fee MLS1 | $199 | $999 | $1,198 | $12,570 | $13,768 | $11,372 |
| Housecoin “Flat Fee”2 | $0 | $4,190 | $4,190 | $12,570 | $16,760 | $8,380 |
| Houzeo Silver Plan3 | $249 | $2,095 | $2,344 | $12,570 | $14,914 | $10,226 |
| Traditional 6% Agent4 | $0 | $12,570 | $12,570 | $12,570 | $25,140 | — |
* Buyer-agent line assumes a 3% incentive across every scenario. Sellers can set Meydomo buyer-agent payouts anywhere from 2% to 3%.
1 Meydomo pricing: $199 to launch, $999 at close. Buyer-agent incentives remain optional.
2 Housecoin advertises no upfront cost but charges 1% of sale price at close (marketed as “flat fee”).
3 Houzeo Silver plan: $249 list fee plus 0.5% at close, subject to $999 minimum (houzeo.com/pricing).
4 Traditional listing assumed 3% listing-side commission and 3% buyer-agent commission (typical 6% split).
Maine Seller FAQ
How does Meydomo's $999 service work for sellers in Maine?
We handle MLS entry, buyer-agent coordination, disclosures, and closing support under the supervision of a licensed Qualifying Broker. You pay $199 today and $999 when the deal closes—no percentage commission. Every transaction includes daily Broker review, weekly file audits, and professional oversight.
Who supervises the AI agents in Maine?
Our licensed Qualifying Broker maintains non-delegable supervisory responsibility for all transactions. The Broker performs daily reviews of new listings and price changes, weekly audits of active files (minimum 10%), monthly trust account reconciliation, and immediate intervention for complex situations. This ensures full compliance with state real estate laws.
Can I still offer buyer-agent commission in Maine?
Yes. You decide what to offer buyer agents (often 2–3%). Meydomo publishes it in the MLS and we show how it affects your net in the cost table and calculator. Our Broker reviews all commission structures for compliance.
What happens when an agent calls from Maine?
Our AI agents answer inbound calls instantly with licensed Qualifying Broker oversight, qualify buyers, and route serious inquiries to you or your transaction coordinator so you never miss momentum. The Broker monitors all interactions for compliance and intervenes when professional judgment is needed.
Can I get compliance help with Maine disclosures?
Yes. We walk you through every required form, double-check timelines, and keep a shared checklist so nothing slips through state or MLS rules. Our Qualifying Broker reviews all disclosures before publication to ensure legal compliance.
How can I reach the Qualifying Broker directly?
Direct Broker escalation is available 24/7. Call (448) 408-1873 and press 9 for priority routing, or email broker-escalation@meydomo.com. Response time is within 4 hours for urgent matters, 24 hours for general concerns. The Broker handles complex negotiations, regulatory issues, and any situation requiring professional real estate judgment.
Tools to Plan Your Maine Sale
Commission Savings Calculator
See the exact dollars you keep in Maine: $11,000-$24,000 savings vs traditional $12,000-$25,000 commissions.
Launch tool →Offer Comparison Grid
Line up every Maine offer and see which terms actually deliver the highest net.
Launch tool →Closing Timeline Planner
Map every disclosure, inspection, and funding deadline required in Maine.
Launch tool →Commission Savings in Maine
Compare a traditional 6% listing with Meydomo's $199 upfront + $999 at closing. Adjust the buyer-agent incentive to match your plan.
Enter a sale price and commission assumptions to see the dollar impact of Meydomo's flat fee.
Closing Timeline Generator
Timeline automation ships in Phase 2. Beta testers get first access when we roll out inspection, financing, and escrow countdowns.
Explore the toolMarket Insights & Trends (2024-2025)
Current Market Data
- • Median home price: ~$419,000
- • Year-over-year growth: +0.8%
- • Time to pending: ~13 days
- • Portland remains elevated with very low inventory
- • Tight inventory driving continued appreciation
Cities We Serve in Maine
Meydomo provides comprehensive MLS coverage and compliance expertise across all major population centers in Maine.
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We serve every community in Maine.
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Our Maine Broker Network
Maine's unique environmental disclosure requirements and seasonal market dynamics require specialized broker knowledge.
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