ERA Dawson-Bradford Co., REALTORS has been a cornerstone of the real estate industry in Maine since its founding in 1974 by Jon and Nancy Dawson in Bangor. Initially affiliated with Country & Coastal Realty, the Dawsons established their own firm, which has since grown to become a leading real estate company in Eastern and Central Maine .ERA Dawson Bradford+15ERA Dawson-Bradford Co., Realtors+15ERA Dawson-Bradford Co., Realtors+15Yelp
Key Milestones
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1974: Jon and Nancy Dawson founded the company in Bangor, Maine.
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1979: The firm moved to 417 Main Street in Bangor, solidifying its presence in the area.YouTube+5Dawson Inc+5Dawson Inc+5
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1989: ERA Dawson acquired the Bradford Real Estate and Insurance Agency of Orono, originally established in 1953 by Richard Bradford. This acquisition led to the formation of ERA Dawson-Bradford Co., REALTORS .YouTube+5Dawson Inc+5Log in or sign up to view+5
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1994: ERA became the first real estate company in the U.S. to post all its clients’ properties online, showcasing its commitment to innovation.ERA Dawson-Bradford Co., Realtors+4Dawson Inc+4Mainebiz+4
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2004: Due to business growth, the Bangor office underwent a significant expansion.YouTube+6Mainebiz+6Dawson Inc+6
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2008: Julie Dawson Williams and her husband, Brian, returned to Maine to join the family business, marking the beginning of a generational transition.Mainebiz+1Dawson Inc+1
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2013: Julie and Brian Williams assumed ownership of Dawson Inc., becoming the second generation to lead the company .Dawson Inc
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2022: ERA Cousens in Rockland, Maine, joined the ERA Dawson-Bradford family, expanding the company’s reach within the state .