Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases May 2022 Market Statistics
May 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Mike Berk, CEO Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases May 2022 Market Statistics After two years of record-setting activity, there are signs the housing market might be cooling. High home prices and a surge in mortgage interest rates are slowing buyer
How to Bring Vermont Farm-to-Table Into Your Kitchen
As we reach the tail end of spring here in Vermont, the grass is green, flowers are bursting with color, and local crops are in full swing. It’s the perfect time to get out and engage with Vermont’s farm-to-table communities. There are a wide variety of options for those looking to get fresh foods:
What Rising Interest Rates Mean for Your Buying Journey
Key Takeaways Today’s mortgage rates are the highest they’ve been since 2018. There isn’t much you can do about mortgage rates, but staying informed about how your mortgage will be affected by them will make you a better prepared buyer. There are a few ways to raise your buying power: increase your
Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases April 2022 Market Statistics
April 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Mike Berk, CEO Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases April 2022 Market Statistics The average 30-year fixed rate mortgage exceeded 5% in April, the highest level since 2011, according to Freddie Mac. The recent surge in mortgage rates has reduced t
Mountain Biking in Vermont
Vermont Real Estate Company realtor Susannah Kelley says mountain biking is “the best way to stay on the trails once all the snow is gone” – and a quick look outside will tell you it’s time to grab your bike! Since the start of the pandemic, Vermont has seen an uptick in mountain biking – but the la
How To Stay Competitive In Vermont’s Real Estate Market With Appraisals That Come Up Short
Key Takeaways The market is competitive and in the sellers’ favor, but buyers can be competitive with their mortgage to make their offer more appealing. When there is an appraisal gap, you can: include an appraisal contingency (to prevent overpaying), renegotiate (which can be tough in today’s marke
Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases March 2022 Market Statistics
March 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Mike Berk, CEO Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases March 2022 Market Statistics Nationally, existing home sales recently dropped to a 6-month low, falling 7.2% as buyers struggled to find a home amid rising prices and historic low inventory. Pend
What Are The Green Bags On The Side Of The Road?
Vermont is known nationwide for its gorgeous natural landscape – we welcome 13 million tourists annually, from leaf-peepers to downhill skiers. With our lush farmland and rolling hills, it’s not hard to see how Vermont earned its reputation as the “Green Mountain State.” But it’s not without effort:
Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases February 2022 Market Statistics
February 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Mike Berk, CEO Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases February 2022 Market Statistics The U.S. real estate market remains hot ahead of the spring selling season, with existing home sales up 6.7% as of last measure, according to the National Ass