Stuck in Your Home? Here are 11 Renovations to Increase Joy in Your Space
During 2020, interest rates on homes were at an extreme low. By the end of the year, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 2.67%. Many seized the opportunity to refinance or buy their homes when rates were reduced. Rates stayed low until 2022, when they began steadily increasing. In May 2023,
Make Your Own Flower Arrangements This Spring
After the crazy weather this winter, we deserve May’s flowers more than ever. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or want to brighten up your kitchen, we recommend creating your own flower arrangements. Selecting your flowers and greenery and putting them together to create a beautiful bouqu
How to Get a Mortgage Pre-Approval
If you’re getting ready to buy a home, you’re probably hearing the term “Pre-Approval.” In most buyer scenarios, obtaining mortgage pre-approval is a necessity for the home-buying process, yet it’s often unclear what it entails. Go into the pre-approval process prepared, with a full outline of what
Which Vermont Farmers Market Vendor is the Best?
Shopping at Vermont’s farmers markets is one of our favorite summer activities. From homemade crafts to fresh produce to delicious hot food, it’s one of the best ways to spend a few hours of the weekend! There are roughly 85 farmers markets that happen across the state, with hundreds of vendors tra
Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases March 2024 Market Statistics
March 2024FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Mike Berk, CEO Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases March 2024 Market Statistics Changes for March over last year at this time include: New Listings increased 6.5 percent for single-family homes and increased 16.9 percent for townhouse-condo proper
Fixer Upper Loans and Financing
If you are paying attention to the Vermont real estate market lately, you know that competition is fierce and homes fly off the market after only a weekend. In this sellers’ market, many of our buyers who are qualified and approved for conventional loans are simply striking out with their offers d
The Emotional Guide to Selling Your Home
Selling a house and moving on to the next chapter can be an emotional rollercoaster. The excitement of a fresh start competes with the attachment to the place you called home. It’s completely normal to feel stressed during this major life transition. By understanding the emotional challenges of t
Planning Before Planting: The Best Plants to Start Indoors This Spring
Is your goal to have a garden your neighbors will envy this summer? You came to the right place. Starting your seeds inside will give your crops a head start so they have longer harvests or flowering periods. As Vermonters, we know that the spring weather can sometimes be unpredictable. Growing you
Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases January 2024 Market Statistics
January 2024FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Mike Berk, CEO Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases January 2024 Market Statistics Changes for January over last year at this time include: New Listings increased 13.8 percent for single-family homes and increased 96.4% percent for townhouse-con