Lily Canders Realtor Services

Real Estate Agent · Bangor, Maine

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Here is what working with Lily Canders in Bangor typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

For home buyers

First buyer meeting

A conversation about price range, neighborhoods around Bangor and the buyer agreement you sign before tours.

Showings in Bangor

Scheduling private tours, previewing listings and flagging issues worth a closer look.

Offer strategy and negotiation

Comparable sales, offer terms, contingencies and inspection negotiations.

Contract-to-close management

Tracking deadlines for inspection, appraisal and financing until the keys change hands.

Selling a home

Listing price strategy

Comparable sales and current competition used to set a realistic asking price.

Listing preparation

Advice on repairs, staging and photography before the home goes live.

Marketing the listing

MLS exposure, online listing portals, signage and open houses where they make sense.

From showing to sold

Feedback after showings, multiple-offer handling and closing coordination.

How a typical transaction works

ConsultA first conversation about goals, budget and timing — and a written agreement that spells out services and compensation.
PrepareBuyers get pre-approved; sellers review a pricing analysis and prepare the home for photos.
Market & tourListings go live on the MLS; buyers tour homes and compare recent sales.
NegotiateOffers, counteroffers, inspection requests and appraisal issues are worked through.
CloseFinal walk-through and signing with the title or escrow company under Maine rules.

Typical costs on a Bangor home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $288,461. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $288K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$7,212–$8,654
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$5,769–$8,654
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$5,769–$14,423
Home inspection	flat	$350–$600

Every percentage above is negotiable and is set in the written agreement. Typical value from the Zillow Home Value Index (August 2026).

Areas around Bangor

Ellsworth, ME25 mi · $360K Camden, ME43 mi · $691K Skowhegan, ME47 mi · $225K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Maine?

Compensation is negotiable and set out in writing. Sellers sign a listing agreement; since August 2024 buyers sign a written buyer agreement before touring homes with an agent, stating what the agent will be paid and by whom.

Does Lily Canders work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Lily Canders handles dual agency or designated agency under Maine law.

What should I prepare before the first meeting?

Buyers: a mortgage pre-approval, a target budget and a list of must-haves. Sellers: your mortgage payoff estimate, a list of upgrades with dates, and any HOA or survey documents.