Vermont Living Blog
Buying a Home in Vermont
Before We Tour a Home: My Vermont Homebuying Process
Before we tour a Vermont home, we review your budget, goals, disclosures, property records, and potential concerns so every showing has a purpose.
Buying a Home in Vermont: Wells, Septic & Private Roads
From mud season to private wells and septic permits, here's what Vermont buyers should understand before falling in love with a rural property.
Buying a Home in Vermont? Focus on What You Can't Change
In a low-inventory Vermont market, the right home may need updates. Here's how I help buyers focus on what matters most and where to compromise.
Buying a Vermont Home Remotely? Here's How I Make It Work
My remote Vermont home tours aren't polished sales videos. I show every nook, defect, and concern so out-of-state buyers know what they're considering.
Can You Buy the First House You Look At? Absolutely.
The first home you tour may be the result of months of research. Here's why buying it isn't necessarily rushing, and how I help Vermont buyers prepare.
How I Help Vermont Homebuyers Get Their Offers Accepted
The highest offer doesn't always win. Here's how I use seller motivation, creative terms, and proactive communication to help Vermont buyers compete.
How Many Homes Will We Actually Tour Before Buying in Vermont?
You may tour only a handful of Vermont homes before buying. Here's how property research, local knowledge, and low inventory influence your search.
How to Choose the Right Mortgage Lender in Vermont
The lowest mortgage rate isn't always the best deal. Here's what I look for in a Vermont lender, from specialized programs to communication and costs.
Should You Have a Home Inspection When Buying in Vermont?
An inspection shouldn't become a list of minor repair demands. Here's how I use strategic contingencies to protect Vermont buyers and strengthen offers.
What I Look for When Reviewing Vermont Property Disclosures
Vermont property disclosures can reveal important questions about a home's condition and history. Here's what I research before buyers move forward.
What I Notice During a Vermont Home Showing
There's more to a Vermont home showing than the kitchen and views. Here's what I pay attention to and which concerns deserve further investigation.
Why I Don't Use Buyer Love Letters, and What I Do Instead
Traditional buyer love letters can introduce bias. Here's how I highlight a home's appeal and present strong offers while respecting Fair Housing.
How I Approach Real Estate
Why My Job Doesn't End at Closing
Closing day isn't the end of our relationship. From contractor referrals to local recommendations, here's why I remain a resource for clients.
Selling a Home in Vermont
Are Matterport and 3D Tours Worth It for Vermont Homes?
Matterport tours can help Vermont buyers explore homes remotely, but they're not right for every listing. Here's how I decide when they're worth using.
How I Help Sellers Evaluate Multiple Offers in Vermont
Multiple offers can be exciting and overwhelming. Here's how I help Vermont sellers compare terms, understand risks, and choose confidently.
In the Age of AI, Real Estate Photography Should Still Look Like Real Life
AI can make any home look perfect online. My approach to Vermont real estate marketing is different: buyers should see the same home in person.
What I Do Before Your Vermont Home Hits the Market
A successful Vermont home sale starts before the listing goes live. Here's how I prepare properties, coordinate vendors, and plan the launch.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a Home in Vermont? It Might Not Be Spring.
Spring gets the attention, but Vermont's quieter real estate seasons can offer sellers an advantage. Here's how to choose the right time to list.
Why Some Vermont Homes Sell Quickly While Others Sit on the Market
Two Vermont homes can look equally appealing yet sell months apart. Here's what really influences buyer interest, days on market, and selling success.
Why the Highest Offer Isn't Always the Best Offer
A bigger offer doesn't always mean a better outcome. Here's what I consider beyond price when helping Vermont sellers evaluate an offer.
Vermont Real Estate
Everything Is Figureoutable: Why Problem-Solving Matters in Vermont Real Estate
Low appraisals, permit questions, title issues, and inspection surprises happen. Here's how I approach problems and keep Vermont transactions moving.
How to Strategically Price Your Vermont Home Using Real Market Data
When it comes to selling your home, few decisions have a greater impact on the outcome than your asking price. Price too high, and you risk sitting on the market while buyers gravitate toward…
How to Win in a Multiple-Offer Situation in Vermont
One of the biggest misconceptions I hear from buyers competing for a home in Vermont is that winning a multiple-offer situation simply means offering the most money.
My Goal to Sell a Home in Every Vermont Town
A client recently asked me how I was doing on one of my slightly ridiculous real estate goals: selling a property in every corner of Vermont.
What Happens After You're Under Contract? Why Project Management Matters in Real Estate
From inspection reports to appraisal timelines, here's how I stay one step ahead so my Vermont buyers and sellers always know what's next.
What Happens If I Make a Mistake? Why Integrity Matters in Real Estate
I won't promise perfection. Here's how I approach mistakes, accountability, and doing the right thing when representing Vermont buyers and sellers.
What I Love About Living in Vermont
Every Thanksgiving, I find myself thinking a little more intentionally about the parts of living in Vermont that I never want to take for granted.
What Makes Vermont Real Estate Different? A Local's Guide to Buying, Selling & Homeownership
From private wells and dirt roads to unsurveyed land and HOAs that exist only on paper, Vermont real estate has its own set of rules.
Why Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney in Vermont?
Vermont real estate attorneys do more than attend closings. Here's how they help buyers and sellers navigate title, deeds, easements, and legal issues.
Why I Have High Standards for Communication in Real Estate
I believe clients deserve more than quick replies. Here's why proactive communication, accountability, and high standards shape my Vermont real estate business.
Why I Might Tell You NOT to Buy a House in Vermont
And sometimes, that means recommending that you don't buy one.
Vermont Real Estate Market
When Does the Spring Real Estate Market Start in Vermont? Earlier Than You Think.
Vermont's spring housing market doesn't wait for flowers. Here's why buyer activity can pick up in winter and what that means for sellers.
Working With Erin
Why I'm Selective About the Professionals I Recommend
My vendor referrals are personal. Here's why I prioritize firsthand experience, responsiveness, fair pricing, accountability, and quality workmanship.
Let's talk about what's next.
You don't have to be ready to buy or sell tomorrow to start a conversation. Whatever your next chapter looks like, I'd love to hear about it.