. The housing statistics for the 4 counties followed mirror the national and statewide stats; lowA few weeks ago the National Association of Realtors released March statistics showing the largest drop in 18 years for home sales. The Maine Association of Realtors released statewide statistics showing a statewide drop of 12.4% compared to 8.4% for the nation. Despite these drops the average sold price for the month of March continues to move higher, 0.5% nationwide and 2.5% for Maine. The housing statistics for the 4 counties followed mirror the national and statewide stats; lowet drop in 18 years for home sales. The Maine Association of Realtors released statewide statistics showing a statewide drop of 12.4% compared to 8.4% for the nation. Despite these drops the average sold price for the month of March continues to move higher, 0.5% nationwide and 2.5% for Maine. The housing statistics for the 4 counties followed mirror the national and statewide stats; lows showing a statewide drop of 12.4% compared to 8.4% for the nation. Despite these drops the average sold price for the month of March continues to move higher, 0.5% nationwide and 2.5% for Maine. The housing statistics for the 4 counties followed mirror the national and statewide stats; lowge sold price for the month of March continues to move higher, 0.5% nationwide and 2.5% for Maine. The housing statistics for the 4 counties followed mirror the national and statewide stats; low. The housing statistics for the 4 counties followed mirror the national and statewide stats; lower volume, higher average prices.

Largely attributed to stricter lending practices rolled out in March and significant harsh weather thanks to mother nature, the activity in the local markets continues to remain strong and not as dire as the statistics may lead one to believe. What does this mean going forward? Basically there is a lot of uncertainty and the traditional strong an