I’m going to say thumbs down on Lowball Offers. 👎🏻 Submitting a lowball offer to early in the process can actually come off as insulting to the seller. If you are wanting to put in an offer that will get accepted, I highly suggest not putting in a lowball offer during the first few weeks […]

  Let’s talk about Property Taxes!   Are you filling for Homestead or Non-Homestead tax rates? 🏠   If you are a primary resident in the state of Vermont you want to make sure you are paying the Homestead Tax rates, you are actually paying more if you are filing for Non-Homestead Tax rates. It […]

Do you love guides as much as I do? As a Vermont Realtor having a physical checklist helps me to get stuff done! Sometimes the real estate processes can be confusing and become overwhelming. However, I have a guide for you that will make the process easier! If you’re looking for a sellers, buyers, renters, […]

Have you ever heard of the Vermont Property Transfer Tax? 🏠 Every buyer pays it when they transfer title at the time of closing. Often times people aren’t aware that this is a part of their closing cost, so it’s important to understand how it works!   If you have any questions on this process, […]

Something that often gets over looked when buying a home are the ongoing purchases that come with the home after buying! 🏠   Yes, there is mortgage, taxes, and insurance! However, it is important to keep in mind that typically you want to spend 1 to 3 percent of the value of the home on […]

What is a Lending Point?  A lending point is a fee that a home buyer pays to the lender in exchange for a lower interest rate. This is called “buying down the rate.” In essence, you pay some interest up front in exchange for a loan with a reduced interest rate overall. One percent of […]

One of the tips I always say to homebuyers in Burlington, Vermont is that as you start your search, it’s important to keep in mind that buying a home is not just a simple transaction, but rather a journey that requires patience, open-mindedness, and often, an investment. As realtors, we’ve seen it all, and we […]