Going Green & The Future of Homebuilding
2019’s U.N. Environment Program report showed that the energy used to build and operate our buildings accounted for almost 40% of the world’s carbon dioxide emissions in the year prior. According to the latest United Nations Environment Program report, investment in the energy efficiency of building
Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases September 2022 Market Statistics
September 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Mike Berk, CEO Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases September 2022 Market Statistics The U.S. real estate market continues to slow as we move into fall, as rising consumer prices and higher mortgage interest rates squeeze homebuyer budgets and
Vermont Maple Cast Iron Apple Crisp
There are few things better than a warm, cozy dessert after a day out in the crisp fall air. Vermont has some of the best apple picking in the northeast, and we highly suggest going out and finding your own juicy gems to bring back to the kitchen. A blend of tart apple varieties such as Empire, Hone
Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases August 2022 Market Statistics
August 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Mike Berk, CEO Northwest Vermont REALTOR® Association Releases August 2022 Market Statistics Summer 2022 has been a season of change for the U.S. real estate market. With housing affordability at a 33-year low, existing-home sales have continued to soften n
Closing Costs Explained
Sometimes all the contracts, fine print, and complicated jargon can make real estate feel inaccessible and overwhelming – especially for first-time buyers and sellers. We particularly get a lot of questions about closing costs – what are they, who pays them, how much of my savings do I need to alloc
North to South Vermont Fall Wine Tour
Fall is the perfect time to explore Vermont’s unique and delicious selection of wines and spirits. This wine tour starts in South Hero, one of the Champlain Islands most treasured spots. Traveling east to Cambridge, take in views of Mt. Mansfield as you drive along Vermont Route 104, then south into
Timeline for Buying or Selling a Home
Are you looking to sell your home before the market cools down? Are you considering buying a home before the school year starts next summer? According to the latest report from NVRA, the average days on the market for a single-family home is 12 days - down 47.8% from a year ago. Two weeks is a speed
Our Top 7 Vermont Interior Designers
The Interior design world is a dynamic and inspirational space to observe. Inspiration is out there in abundance. When it comes to your space, it’s up to you to decide what will work best in your daily life. If you don’t have the time to pick and choose yourself, look to professionals! Their experti
Our Guide to 48 hours in The Mad River Valley This Fall
The Mad River Valley is one of the most beautiful places to explore, relax, and escape in Vermont. Situated on the East side of the Green Mountains, this lush valley is home to a variety of terrains and experiences. Farms and quaint shops are scattered throughout the valley, easily accessible by sce