We’ve worked with Kim twice as our buyer broker, and I wouldn’t consider working with anyone else if purchasing in Midcoast Maine. Previously, we worked with her to purchase a plot of undeveloped land on an island. She is uniquely qualified to assist in this given her experience with off-grid island living. This time around we were shopping for our primary home. We were very selective (read “picky”) in our search, restricting it to just two towns and a few home types. With these restrictions and the insanity of the current housing market, our search took more than two years. Throughout the process Kim was consistently helpful and responsive but never pushy. When constructing offers I was impressed that she always put our needs before her own self interest, assisting us in putting together offers that were competitive but always ensuring that we weren’t overstepping our financial limitations and taking on a mortgage that would significantly burden us. Though I’m sure she enjoys cashing her commission check after closing, it felt like she was there to be an advisor and advocate for us and that there was no “sales” element to her process. While Kim did a fantastic job during the search process, I feel that her unique value add is when under contract. It is here that her background in law is readily apparent, and I feel there is nobody better to have keeping an eye on the paperwork. She caught several errors made by the buyer's representation and ensured they were quickly corrected. I definitely would have missed these and they could have caused issues in the future. She kept us apprised of any status updates and also made sure that we were fulfilling all of the obligations on our side and keeping to the timeline. If you are looking for a buyer broker in Maine you cannot do better than Kim Newby.

full disclosure: we already knew Kim as a friend, so we naturally used her as our agent. She was very attentive, accommodating, responsive, and tolerant of our requests. We should have insisted on a radon test before purchase, but that was more our fault than hers. We were anxious to get the house before someone else made an offer so skipped that step. Don't you make that mistake.

It was a wonderful experience working with Kim. She is responsive, extremely knowledgeable, and best of all, a great listener. Her advice on an appropriate asking price was dead-on. When decisions were to be made and my spouse and I were struggling to come to agreement, Kim's knowledge of the market and the process brought us to the right place every time. When we hit some bumps after the inspection, her common sense advice and considerable diplomatic skills resulted in satisfaction all the way around. We just cant recommend her enough!

Kim went above and beyond what I would have expected to get the house on the market and to be responsive to prospective buyers. The whole process couldn’t have been any easier. Kim was absolutely correct in her prediction of what the market would support and how much interest there would be in the house. I would work with Kim again without hesitation.

With great pleasure and utmost confidence, I recommend Ms. Kim Newby as an exceptional real estate professional. Throughout our journey of purchasing our home, Kim was a beacon of expertise, guiding us with a blend of deep knowledge and genuine warmth. Finding the right home from a depleted inventory of homes for sale in the current market was challenging. However, with Kim by our side, the process transformed from an overwhelming endeavor to a seamless experience. Her advice was consistently insightful, rooted in her vast experience. She approached our concerns with empathy, always making us feel valued and understood. It was evident that to her, we were not just another transaction. Anyone needing a realtor who combines industry insight with a genuine heart can think of no better than Ms. Kim Newby.

Kim's knowledge of Maine island living is unsurpassed. Her thoroughness to every detail in a timely way was much appreciated. She kept us informed every step of the way. We would highly recommend her.

Working with Kim was wonderful - her breadth of knowledge is impressive and she was always there for us—without rushing us and always providing important advice. She would be a great asset to anyone trying to buy or sell!

Kim is a rare find. She is a consummate professional with a keen eye for detail who projects a calm and engaging demeanor, possesses gravitas and draws on an abundance of common sense, a critical and necessary quality when navigating the often unpredictable and varied waters of the real estate world. Coming from a background in international law and having structured and negotiated complex commercial contracts for domestic and international clients, Kim brings a sophisticated and invaluable set of skills to the real estate field. She has the ability to quickly and thoroughly review offers, deeds, and other complicated real estate documents, and can expertly advise clients on a wide range of real estate matters while always keeping the focus on what is really important in any transaction. Kim sold our South Portland home of over 25 years for $50K above asking and negotiated a generous allowance of time with the buyer to allow us to continue living in our house while we searched for a new home and prepared to move. Working in partnership with her husband James they personally guided us through every step of the listing and selling process. They advised us on staging our house and ensured that the property looked stellar for the private showings that followed. James photographed the property using a range of equipment including an aerial drone to capture stunning and captivating pictures of our surrounding neighborhood and house. The listing was nothing short of show-stopping and the results speak for themselves: over 1,000 views on Zillow, solid competitive offers, and a smooth, easy closing. Our house sold in a few days and was closed on within a few weeks of listing. The closing was characterized by a lot of warm handshakes, good humor and well-wishes; a desirable outcome that someone of Kim's caliber and calm professionalism helped to make possible. I will add that Kim also served as our buyer's agent for a beautiful 3 acre parcel of land in the midcoast region hat we would not have found if not for her watchful eye and quick response. Anyone lucky enough to have Kim on their team when either buying or selling property will be treated to a very pleasurable and satisfying real estate experience!

Kim was outstanding to work with. She guided us every step of the way, provided tons of knowledge and suggestions, and was always very responsive. She took the time at the beginning to understand what type of house we were looking for and sent us listings that really fit the style we were looking for. When we found the perfect house she moved quickly and did everything she could to advise us on submitting the best offer. Kim is incredibly knowledgeable of the area. Her attention to detail was evident in every situation - from initial showing of the house to final closing. Thanks so much Kim for finding us the perfect home and guiding us through the whole process. We are so happy!

Kim came highly recommended by our daughter who had worked with her in the past and the high praise did not come close to describing Kim and her unmatched skill as a real estate professional. Thanks to Kim, we went from putting in an offer and negotiating between Christmas and New Years to closing in under a month, no small feat in this market. Kim was on top of everything, from contacting the seller's realtor and moving the offer along as quickly as possible to ensuring our requests of the seller were met- she kept us up-to-date on all matters that needed our attention and walked us through each step ensuring nothing was overlooked, we were not overwhelmed and our best interests were being looked out for. It was a completely stress free experience and I never once had any doubt that Kim was on top of things. I can’t say enough about her professionalism, work ethic, extreme knowledge about real estate and the local market - we recommend her highly as an outstanding professional and person.

Kim is an excellent agent and I recommend her very highly. She helped our family find a house that we truly love in a difficult buyers market. Kim is very knowledgable and helpful and she truly cares about finding her clients the right fit in a home.

We worked with Kim for about a year to find the right property. She was the absolute best realtor I ever worked with. She was responsive and timely to all our questions and requests. She knows the Maine coast and is an excellent "ambassador" for the area. She helped us out in so many ways I cannot count all the times she came through. She even measured the beds that were left by the sellers so I knew what size sheets to bring when we moved our household goods up. She was honest about any issues with a house or property, and it felt like she was more interested in helping us find the right property than making a quick sale. You will not find a better realtor to work with! In a word she is "great".

Great experience working with Kim. She is smart, knowledgeable, organized and fun to work with. She helped us find the perfect waterfront property in Maine that we were looking for. Jam Brenner.

Do not hesitate to utilize Kim for your real estate needs. You have hit the jackpot! She goes above and beyond helping with every part of finding and securing your new property. She is extremely knowledgeable and professional in real estate and the market. Her ability to provide advice and information regarding the purchase of our home was invaluable. She was able to come up with her network of resources which allowed us to find a lender who met our needs. Kim spent hours of time traveling to Islesboro and meeting with my husband and inspectors. She was in contact with me daily answering all my questions and concerns. First class service and I made a wonderful friend! Kim will definitely be the first person I call or highly recommend when it comes to selling or purchasing future properties.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! Kim was an absolute pleasure to work with. She is very professional, thorough and creative. Her video walk through of my house had it sold in less than 24 hours. I cannot say enough good things about how smoothly she handled this entire transaction.

Kim guided us every step of the way in the preparation and sale of our home. Her knowledge, professionalism, and attention to detail made the process so much easier for us. Right from the beginning, before we even officially hired her, she was generous with her advice and guidance. She is a great listener and followed through on every issue without us needing to call. Thank you again Kim for all that you did for our family and for making the sale as painless as possible.

I can't imagine a better Realtor than Kim Newby! Not only is she a consummate and highly ethical professional, with an impressive breadth of knowledge, but she's also a wonderful and supportive person who thoughtfully guides you through each step of the process. In my case, as a buyer's agent, Kim was patient and persistent throughout the search for just the right property. She responded promptly to every query along the way, and it felt like she was as engaged as I was in watching for new listings. When I finally found what I was looking for, she helped me feel confident that I was making an appropriate offer. But Kim's active involvement didn't end when we had a purchase agreement. She continued to provide helpful information and guidance, including a checklist of key dates and the steps to take leading up to the closing. As a buyer trying to find property at long distance, I felt that Kim really went the extra mile to be my eyes and ears on the ground and to make the entire experience an exceptional one.

Working with Kim has been a pleasure. We are buying a lot in a planned development with a complex history and covenants. Kim has been diligent in making sure we have the information we need and concerned that we don't miss anything. This is the 4th home, or future home, that we have purchased and it has been the most professional experience. Kim has been very positive about the potential of this site, but she hasn't oversold it or glossed anything over which we appreciate. We would work with her again in a heartbeat.

Your patience and understanding the sale of our home were exemplary. Your knowledge of the market and pricing of our home were 100% on target. Since this was our very part time residence you took care of everything and made sure it always looked perfect. From the moment we met you we knew we had the right sales agent to handle the sale of our home. We walked away with money than we thought we would get. Thank you for a job well done John and Michele Lenane J

Kim has been everything you could ask a real estate agent to be. She listened very carefully to understand what we were looking for, and helped us throughout the home-buying process. She gave us the confidence we needed to feel that we were making the right decision. I would wholeheartedly recommend Kim.

Kim Newby was an absolute delight to work with. She was always willing to go the extra mile. She was very personable and professional. We were very pleased with our whole experience and she made it so much easier and less stressful than it normally would be. She answered all our questions and gave helpful information as well. We would highly recommend Kim Newby as a realtor.

I listed a campground property on behalf of my mom at Sandy Shores with Kim Newby of Lash Realty Group at the end of last year, I have found Kim to be highly professional and informative. She kept us apprised of any potential buyer’s inquiries and was very responsive to any questions they may have had. I am pleased to report due to her diligence and work ethic Kim was able to find a buyer and the sale was closed today. My mom and I both live out of state and Kim was able to work the entire P&S and closing process remotely, which was extremely comforting especially during this pandemic we are all experiencing. I highly recommend Kim to both buyers and sellers without any reservations, her knowledge of the market, her follow up, and trustworthiness far exceeded our expectations, as a small business owner myself those attributes certainly did not go unnoticed. It was a pleasure dealing with Kim, she made the entire process seamless, stay healthy and safe, Ed K.

I retained Kim as my broker to assist my wife and I with finding a plot of land to build on in Midcoast Maine. Not only did Kim jump right in and identify many great possibilities, most importantly she worked with us to clarify our goals for a land purchase. Her guidance transformed our land hunt from a casual, unfocused venture into a smart search that not only accounted for our life goals but ensured we made a savvy financial purchase. The approach didn't disappoint and we just closed on a beautiful lot in Cushing, ME with access to a private dock and tennis courts. Drawing on her legal background Kim guided us through the closing process and made sure that every decision we made was the right one. It made for a stress-free process that kept the focus on the thrill and excitement of making a real estate purchase.

My husband and I worked with Kim to find property on Muscongus Bay. She is incredibly knowledgeable and ethical. She genuinely wants to find you your dream real estate purchase, she isn't in a rush to just buy and sell. She finds properties that are not easily found on websites. We never would have found our place without her help. She is passionate about real estate, she is a great listener, has lived in the area for a long time and knows the lay of the land. She will tell you the good and the bad about listings that you want to see. She is a NO pressure agent, doesn't make you feel like you are wasting her time when you don't make a quick decision.

I recommend Kim Newby without hesitation. She is an outstanding real estate agent. As a first time home buyer in 2019, I was nervous about the process as some of my friends had told me about their horrible experiences with realtors. Kim took the time to get to know what I wanted in a home and provide me with in depth information about the property I was interested in and the process. She was an excellent negotiator with the seller, a terrific communicator, and very timely in following up. It was a painless experience. I am now in my dream home and couldn’t be happier. I was so impressed with Kim that, when I wanted to buy an additional parcel of land in 2020, I turned to her for her services. She patiently worked with me to identify multiple parcels that met my specifications and effectively negotiated on my behalf. I just closed on a lovely parcel. I felt confident that I was in good hands with Kim and the peace of mind that she gave me was priceless.

Kim did an excellent job for us. She demonstrated a deep knowledge of the particular property in which we were interested, the surrounding area, and the local real estate market. She anticipated our every need, made reliable recommendations for local businesses, and really went out of her way to make sure we had a smooth, transparent, and friendly experience. She was invariably prepared, immediately responsive to all our questions, professional and congenial. Of all the real estate closings we have ever attended (there have been several) this was the easiest and most pleasant.

Kim Newby is an excellent real estate agent and I would highly recommend her to anyone serious about selling their property. She is positive,intelligent, considerate,engaging and a very hard worker.Kim was recommended to me by friends who's bed and breakfast property in Friendship she represented and sold. Although my building did not sell, I believe this is due to my choosing to hold fast to my price than anything Kim did or didn't do. I really appreciated that Kim didn't pressure me at any time and seemed to understand my position of wanting to sell, but on my own terms. I count Kim and her husband James as friends. If and when I choose to put my home back on the market, I will definitely consider using Kim as my realtor.

Kim went above and beyond what is necessary to make our purchase possible. Our lender "one of the big banks" hired an out of the area appraisal service that subbed out the work to a no-show appraiser. If Kim had not continuously tracked the progress of the appraisal process, the closing would not have met the "date to close" agreement in the contract. We will use Kim Newby in our future real estate business.

Working with Kim was a fantastic experience and I highly recommend her to anyone looking to purchase property in Mid Coast Maine. She served as our buyer broker during a recent purchase of island land and was a very effective advocate for our interests during all phases of the transaction. This was our first time purchasing land, and her experiences living on an island in the region made her uniquely qualified to help us evaluate properties. Her meticulousness particularly impressed us. She spotted errors in deeds and tax map references that the lawyers involved in the transaction missed, sparing us from future problems and helping the deal proceed smoothly. During the due diligence period, her network of local contacts was invaluable. She referred us to well respected local site evaluators, barge operators, and others who would have been difficult to find otherwise. Throughout the process, Kim was a great communicator both with us and with the seller’s representatives. She always went above and beyond to promptly answer our questions on a wide range of subjects and to keep us informed of all new developments. I cannot recommend Kim highly enough, and I believe that anyone looking for a buyer broker or real estate agent in the Mid Coast region should consider her.

Kim did a terrific job marketing and selling our unique island property. She went out of her way numerous times to create “out of the box” strategies, including a drone video. We were impressed with her ability to close on a seasonal property in late November! We would highly recommend her to both buyers and sellers in the Midcoast area. Kim really knows the local market.

Kim showed us several homes in the Friendship ME area and helped us to understand the local market as well as individual properties' value. In the end the home we put an offer in we did not come to an agreement on with the seller so I cannot speak to the process beyond a agreement.

Purchasing a property while living halfway across the country seems as though it would be a very stressful process, but with Kim, she was on top of every detail and made the process completely stress free. Kim was always happy to answer our many questions that ranged from taxes to bugs to renewable energy sources and beyond that, going above and beyond to ensure we weren't forgetting anything to ask. She spent ample time discussing not only our property but the area itself, which she has an extensive knowledge of. Being that we're new to the state, her insight and expertise was invaluable as we not only purchased a wonderful property but also learned so much in the process. The property we purchased was not conventional and we had a short closing window, Kim worked very hard on our behalf, always staying on top of things and being in contact with us and the other parties every step to ensure nothing was missed. We feel very fortunate to have worked with Kim to purchase our new property in Waldoboro, ME and we can't recommend her highly enough.

Kim was very helpful with my recent land purchase. She was very responsive to any of my questions. In addition, she was very willing to work with me as I negotiated with the sellers. I would definitely use Kim again for any of my real estate needs in the future. I highly recommend her.

In September, my partner and I moved from Colorado to Maine with our two year old daughter. When we arrived, there was some confusion about our loan, and Kim went out of her way to work with our mortgage consultant—acting as a go between in order to resolve the problem. During what had become a very stressful time for our family, she not only helped us secure a mortgage to the home of our dreams, but went above and beyond in welcoming us to the community as the new owners of the local bed and breakfast. At the time, I was seven months pregnant with our second child, and moving into a hotel in a foreign place after having sold our home in Colorado, had left us feeling tired and overwhelmed. Empathetic to our concerns, Kim again went out of her way to ease our fears and make us feel comfortable, so much so that when I asked if her husband, a local doctor, could recommend an OBGYN, he not only made a suggestion, but called the office in advance to make sure I was preregistered with the practice prior to my first appointment—something I learned when calling to see if the office was taking new patients. This is the kind of person Kim is. She’s more than just a relator, she’s a friend, and thanks to her we our living our dream of owning not only a bed and breakfast, but a home.

Kim has been an outstanding person to work with; she knows mid coast Maine. I was looking for a unique home, newer vintage, classy and reclusive but not isolated. And she found it. Most importantly she pays attention to details and ensures your questions are answered. If you want a smooth transaction I highly recommend Kim.

Kim Newby marketed and sold a house for us. She was professional in every detail. Communication was above and beyond all expectation. She responded to every nuance and question which arose. Level headed and clear, incredible integrity. Phone calls returned promptly. Ambiguity researched until clear. Diligently tracked, monitored and communicated every detail as the process moved along. We touched base almost daily to update and remain current. Perhaps, most importantly, she listens. She listened to the seller(us), she listened to the buyer's broker, she listened to our attorney; and then made sense out the big picture and advised how to move forward.

I met Kim while looking for a property and I had a unique situation. Kim was amazing to work with. Always prompt and always searching. Very rare are the days now that someone will go the extra mile and even more rare is finding a person that does so continuously day in and day out. I was lucky to find a realtor of this caliber and even more fortunate to feel like I found a new friend. Kim has the ability to be bring the utmost professionalism and knowledge to the table with the warmth and understanding of an old friend. She is the only person I will call when looking for more real estate.

I worked with Kim in the purchase of a condo in Camden! She was extremely thorough with all the condo docs and deed language. Her communication was amazing! Every time I called she answered promptly and got right back to me with well thought out answers. She made me feel confident in the purchase and I would highly recommend her again.

We have listed two properties with Kim, one of which just went under contract. She has shown both properties many times and has always communicated with us promptly and consistently via phone, text, email, and personal contact. Kim is knowledgable, thorough and ethical. We would highly recommend her to anyone.

Kim is my realtor for an extraordinary, ocean front property in Maine. She has put together excellent marketing materials and personaly developed a photo essay, that illustrated all of the best land features. She has extensive business and legal skills to add to her creativity. I have been very impressed with her representation.