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Elykssor Clothing Launches Limited Edition Portland Music Hoodies

For those who like to stand out from the crowd, Elykssor Clothing is just what you need. By producing limited edition styles of hoodies, hats, and shirts, the clothing stays original and unique.

The next big launch for the company is the Portland Music hoodie, which will feature the signatures of local musicians Dave Gutter (Rustic Overtones and Paranoid Social Club), Spose, and Will Mallett (The Mallett Brothers Band). Be sure to check them out – only 50 are being produced and they will sell out quickly.

Elykssor will also be hosting a charitable concert on June 2 at Asylum in Portland, with proceeds going to Parkinson’s disease research.

Founded in 2008 by Kyle Poissonnier, a special education teacher in Freeport, the goal of Elykssor is to provide clothing for ambitious people on the quest for success. In 2009, Kyle partnered with Steven and Matthew Stern, and together, their team has brought Elykssor into the fashion world through limited edition and unique styles.

The Elykssor team is also focused on charitable work, donating a portion of their profits to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. The company is dedicated to helping cure the disease through sharing their profits and raising awareness.

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Portland’s Bard Coffee: CNN’s #1 Best Small Coffee Maker

If you’re looking for the finest quality of coffee, you don’t need to travel far.

Portland, Maine’s own Bard Coffee has been named the #1 Best Small Coffee Maker in the country by CNN!

Click here to see the full list of delicious coffee hot spots.

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Cantina El Rayo – New Portland Restaurant With Something For All

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If you’re looking for a casual dining experience with elegant appeal, Cantina El Rayo on 85 York Street in Portland is the place for you.

Featuring Latin American and Mexican dishes, this up-and-coming restaurant hosts a variety of fun activities for customers to enjoy – such as this Sunday’s Tom Brady and Madonna Lookalike Contest to win a $50 gift card!

Cantina El Rayo also serves late night Happy Hour beverages from 10 p.m. – Midnight, including $5 Margaritas & Rum Daiquiris, $2 Bud, Sol, Tecate, and $3 Dos Equis Draft.

Visit Cantina El Rayo for a fun, exciting dining experience! And be sure to check out the restaurant Facebook page here!

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New Listing: 78 Falmouth Street in Westbrook, Maine

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Gorgeous 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Colonial in a desirable area. Newly updated spacious kitchen, two new bathrooms, and lovely hardwood floors. Wonderful three-season porch for relaxing! Move in today!

For more information on this property and others, visit www.findportlandhomesnow.com

Jeff Mateja is the CEO of Universal Properties at Keller Williams Realty in Portland, ME. For information about Portland homes for sale, or if you have questions about buying and selling real estate, contact Jeff at 207-553-2605.

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Buyer Specialist Krystal Louten Joins Universal Properties at Keller Williams Realty

Universal Properties is happy to announce a new addition to the team – Buyer Specialist Krystal Louten!

Krystal is originally from the Augusta area and has lived between Portland and California since 1999.

“I truly love people and working to help them in all aspects possible, especially buying and selling property, one of life’s most exciting and challenging experiences,” she says.

When she isn’t working, Krystal’s other big passion is singing and music – she was a contestant on “American Idol” in 2003 and 2007. She loves working out, running, and traveling the world (favorite destinations include Paris, NYC, Los Angeles, and Bora Bora), as well as spending time with her fiance Yegor, and 8 month old son Kingston.

“Krystal is going to make a wonderful addition to the team,” CEO and realtor Jeff Mateja says. “She’s focused and determined; she’ll do great things here.”

To find out more about real estate in the Greater Portland area, call Krystal at (207) 553-2647 or email her at Krystal@UniversalPropertiesMaine.com.

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How the L.L. Bean Bootmobile Came to Life

Watch as the L.L. Bean Bootmobile is created to commemorate the store’s 100 excellent years!

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Universal Properties Welcomes Julia Bachelder, Home Buyers Specialist

Julia Bachelder - Buyers Specialist

PORTLAND, MAINE 12/15/11— Julia Bachelder, a real estate sales professional in Portland, has joined the Universal Properties at Keller Williams Realty Team.

Julia has an extensive background in customer care and satisfaction. Julia is welcomed to the team and will serve as a Buyer Specialist for the Universal Properties Maine Team. A Mainer her whole life, Julia left her home state to attend college at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Upon graduating she returned to Portland and has thrived on the active and diverse culture that the city offers. Julia is a motivated and caring individual who dedicates herself to fully understanding her clients’ needs when choosing a home and then works tirelessly to ensure that the sale goes smoothly. In her free time Julia enjoys running, competing in triathlons, and exploring the Greater Portland area.

“We are truly lucky to have Julia join us here at Universal Properties at Keller Williams,” says CEO and Team Leader, Jeff Mateja. “Universal Properties at Keller Williams Realty offers its associates unparalleled career growth and lifelong learning opportunities in the real estate industry. We know that Julia will be a great fit and that it is our customers who will truly benefit from Julia joining us.”

“I chose Keller Williams Realty because of its reputation for integrity and training opportunities, as well as my desire to work and live in Maine” says Bachelder. “I want to continue to grow my real estate business and am looking forward to being a part of this team at Universal Properties at Keller Williams.”

If you’re looking to buy a home for sale in Greater Portland Maine, please give Julia a call today at 207.553.2630.

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Universal Properties Maine Welcomes Cassandra Bemis to the Team!

Cassandra is a Buyer Specialist for the Universal Properties Maine Team. She grew up and attended college in her home state of Pennsylvania. Cassandra has lived in four states in the past six years, and is well-versed in the process and stresses that accompany relocation. Cassandra’s goal is to assist her clients in finding the right home while making their transition as easy as possible. Clients’ needs and interests are top priority, and listening to their needs and wants is of utmost importance to her.  When Cassandra is not working, she enjoys running, hiking, and spending time with family.

Universal Properties at Keller Williams Realty is a dynamic residential real estate team that works with buyers, sellers, and investors. Universal Properties is dedicated to providing exceptional service to their clients during the home buying and selling process. With an emphasis on marketing, new technology and creating an unbeatable client experience our teams are leading the real estate industry!  For more information on Universal Properties please visit them on the web at www.UniversalPropertiesMaine.com

If you’re looking to buy a home for sale in Greater Portland Maine, please give Cassandra a call today at 207.553.2634.

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Jeff Mateja named CEO of Universal Properties Maine at Keller Williams

Universal Properties Maine at Keller Williams Realty Greater Portland is pleased to announce Jeff Mateja as its CEO. Jeff holds a Finance degree from Bentley University and has a strong business and financial background having worked in Corporate Finance at both IBM and IDEXX Laboratories. In his spare time, Jeff enjoys traveling all over the world as well as studying other businesses and how they operate. To find more information about Jeff and Universal Properties Maine, please visit www.universalpropertiesmaine.com.

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