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Helpful Videos for Buyers & Sellers

Your Buyer Agent Should Tell You What's WRONG With a House

What if your real estate agent told you the problems with a house BEFORE you wasted your time going to see it? At Next Key Real Estate, that's part of how we work with our buyer clients. Before we walk into a property, we analyze the available information—including listing photos, disclosures, and other details—to identify potential issues that could affect your decision. 

Why Your Home Didn’t Sell (The REAL Reasons Listings Expire)

This video explains the most common reasons homes fail to sell in today’s market, including pricing, marketing, condition, showings, offers, and timing. If your home didn’t sell, it doesn’t mean it won’t, it may simply mean the strategy needs to change. Learn how proper positioning, strong marketing, and the right strategy can help attract buyers and get your home sold in today’s market.

The Krouse House Series EP 01 - Basement Walkthrough 101

Buying a home with a basement? Before you rely on your home inspection, it’s important to know what you should be looking for during a walkthrough. In this video, John from Next Key Real Estate gives a simple, easy-to-follow basement tour and shows the major components every buyer should check—especially in older homes. 

The Krouse House Series EP 02 - What to Look For When Touring the Interior of a Home

Touring a Home? Interior Red Flags & Must-Check Items Before You Buy When touring the interior of a home, it’s easy to focus on paint colors, furniture, and décor — but those aren’t the things that protect your investment. In this video, I break down what to actually look for when walking through the inside of a home, from structural details to subtle red flags that buyers often miss. I approach this the same way I do real estate: skeptical, detail-oriented, and focused on accuracy — because neither opinions nor assumptions replace facts.

The Krouse House Series EP 03 - What Inspectors Look for in a Septic System

Touring a Home? Interior Red Flags & Must-Check Items Before You Buy When touring the interior of a home, it’s easy to focus on paint colors, furniture, and décor — but those aren’t the things that protect your investment. In this video, I break down what to actually look for when walking through the inside of a home, from structural details to subtle red flags that buyers often miss. I approach this the same way I do real estate: skeptical, detail-oriented, and focused on accuracy — because neither opinions nor assumptions replace facts.

Southern Maine Real Estate Update | 28% More Homes for Sale! | Should You Buy Now? 

Thinking about buying a home in Southern Maine? You’re going to want to hear this — active home listings are up almost 28% compared to last year! That means more opportunities, fewer bidding wars, and the potential to find the perfect fit for your next move.

READY TO MAKE YOUR NEXT MOVE?

Whether you’re buying, selling, investing, or simply planning ahead, having the right information can make a big difference in your real estate journey. Our videos are designed to give you practical tips, helpful insights, and a better understanding of what to expect throughout the process—from preparing your home for sale and attracting the right buyers to understanding offers, inspections, negotiations, and the closing process. Take a few minutes to explore our videos, learn something new, and feel more confident about your next real estate decision.

When you’re ready to make your next move, Next Key Real Estate is here to guide you every step of the way.