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"Humans Over Houses"
— Cota On Maine Real Estate

Award-winning NextHome Experience Broker/Owner Jon Cota joins Q-Point Podcast for an in-depth conversation about Maine's real estate market, home affordability, interest rates, company culture, and the philosophy that has helped build one of the nation's top-performing NextHome brokerages.

Cota discusses why he believes homeownership remains one of the best long-term investments, even in today's market, and explains why buyers shouldn't necessarily wait for interest rates to fall before purchasing a home. He also shares his perspective on affordability, capital gains, 1031 exchanges, first-time homebuyer programs, and the trends shaping Maine's housing market.

The conversation also explores what has helped NextHome Experience become one of the company's top offices nationwide, including its commitment to training, technology, leadership, and a culture centered around what Cota calls "Humans Over Houses." He also discusses the recent acquisition of NextHome by AGNT, what it means for agents and clients, and why he believes the company's future is stronger than ever.

Beyond real estate, Cota talks about giving back through community events, developing future leaders, his involvement with Bangor Junior Rams football, and why investing in Maine's communities is just as important as helping families buy and sell homes.

📻 Airs weekends on The Voice of Maine and WLOB Portland.

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This episode was prerecorded, produced, and sponsored by Corenna Quirk, Broker at NextHome Experience.

The views, information, opinions, and comments expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Q-Point Podcast, its hosts, associates, affiliates, or sponsors.

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🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | TJ Baggett

"It Was For The French Fries"
— Baggett On How His Golf Journey Began

Director of Golf and General Manager of Astor Creek Golf & Country Club in Port St. Lucie, Florida, TJ Baggett joins Q-Point Podcast to share the remarkable journey that took him from riding his bicycle to a local golf course in Virginia for french fries to pursuing a career in professional golf.

Baggett reflects on competing on mini tours across the country, Monday qualifying for what is now the Korn Ferry Tour, and the realities of chasing a professional golf career—including the financial challenges, long hours on the road, and the mental discipline required to compete at a high level.

The conversation explores what separates elite golfers from everyone else, the importance of confidence, why so few players ever reach the PGA Tour, and the significant costs involved in pursuing a professional career.

Baggett also shares his perspective on the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, Tiger Woods' impact on the game, and the experiences that took him from Virginia to golf operations and management roles in the Bahamas, Russia, Hawaii, California, and now Florida.

The discussion concludes with an inside look at Astor Creek Golf & Country Club, where Baggett discusses creating a member-focused experience, building community through events and activities, growing the game of golf, and why he believes the business is ultimately about serving people.

📻 Airs weekends on The Voice of Maine and WLOB Portland.

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This episode was prerecorded, produced, and sponsored by Corenna Quirk, Broker at NextHome Experience.

The views, information, opinions, and comments expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Q-Point Podcast, its hosts, producers, sponsors, associates, or affiliates.

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🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Chris Gardner

"The Community Is Always Seen As The Grand Marshal"
— Gardner On Eastport, Maine's Fourth Of July Parade

Executive Director of the Eastport Port Authority and former Washington County Commissioner Chris Gardner joins Q-Point Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation beginning with one of Maine's most celebrated Fourth of July traditions.

Gardner discusses what makes Eastport's Independence Day celebration unique, including Old Home Week, the arrival of a U.S. Navy destroyer, one of Maine's largest Fourth of July parades, community traditions, tourism, and the volunteers who help transform the city into a destination for thousands of visitors each year.

The conversation then shifts to the future of Down East Maine, where Gardner discusses Eastport's working waterfront, commercial fishing, aquaculture, cruise tourism, economic development, and the challenges of attracting younger families to rural Maine.

A significant portion of the interview focuses on Washington County's recent financial challenges, where Gardner explains the accounting error that resulted in years of undertaxing, the county's budget process, property taxes, law enforcement staffing, rural public safety, drug enforcement, cross-border relationships with Canada, and what he believes policymakers should prioritize to strengthen Maine's rural communities.

📻 Airs weekends on The Voice of Maine and WLOB Portland.

⬇️ 🎧 Stream On: QPointPodcast.com | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio | Amazon Music | YouTube Music

This episode was prerecorded, produced, and sponsored by Corenna Quirk, Broker at NextHome Experience.

The views, information, opinions, and comments expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Q-Point Podcast, its hosts, associates, or affiliates.

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This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice or recommendations of any nature whatsoever, and no warrantee, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy of the information presented is made by your use. The views, information, opinions, comments, and observations of this podcast may not be those of the host or the management, and you entertain and rely on the content presented at your sole risk and responsibility. Your access of this podcast acknowledges that the contents and design are the sole property of the presenter and no use in any shape, manner or form of this podcast may be made without written permission. The presenter of the podcast hereby disclaims any and all responsibility for any and all damages arising out of or related to your use, reference and reliance on podcasts and information presented therein.