MSN just produced a report of American happiness – state by state. Vermont scored number 2 in the nation. (Haiwaii always scores number one in such polls because of its prevalence of “Aloha Spirit” and shaka* signing surfers.) These types …Read More
It’s easier now to become an innkeeper in Vermont. During the housing crisis, lenders kept their hands close to their chests, but today, banks and mortgage companies loosen up a bit once they see you have got all your ducks …Read More
Netflix subscribers will tell you that Orange is the New Black, but in real estate, Small is the new black. Tiny, even. Tiny Houses are all the rage – not just here in Vermont but all across the country. A …Read More
Vermont summer sometimes cries out for a refreshing tonic…maybe with a little gin or vodka. These summer pleasures are even more pleasurable now that distilleries are cropping up like weeds all over the state. Here in Addison County we have …Read More
As Vermonters we show our love for our Green Mountain State in many ways: we relish the outdoors, we flock to summer festivals, we hike, we eat local food, we brag, we share photos, the list goes on and on. But one thing that brings out our greatest sense ofRead More
Vermont was ranked the healthiest state in the country in 2012 and 2011 – this is because we like to go outside and play in all seasons. In winter, we ski like banshees, in summer we sail and swim. Spring is the season for marathons – we need to burn off that extra sweet something we put on during maple season when there’s not enough snow to ski and its too muddy to hike.Read More
The New York Times recently ran an article in its real estate section on “What You Get for … $870,000”. The article featured spectacular images of beautiful homes in Bozeman, Montana, Covington, Louisiana (just across Lake Pontchartrain from New Orleans), …Read More
The New York Times recently ran an article in its real estate section on “What You Get for … $870,000”. The article featured spectacular images of beautiful homes in Bozeman, Montana, Covington, Louisiana (just across Lake Pontchartrain from New Orleans), …Read More
Next week we celebrate Mother’s Day. The misanthrope will tell you that Mother’s Day is the invention of the card and flower industry. But history tells a different story.
The earliest celebrations of a mother deity can be found in ancient Egypt during the annual festival honoring the goddess Isis. She was worshiped as the ideal mother and the patron of nature and magic. Mother’s Day in Europe goes back to Mothering Sunday in the 16th Century. On the fourth Sunday in Lent, Christians went back to their ‘mother church’Read More
When home-buyers shop for Vermont real estate, they typically want to know about property taxes and cell phone service*. But in the next few weeks, savvy home-buyers will want to know which properties have the best lilacs (Syringa vulgaris). They’ll be looking for the homes with the oldest, fullest, most fragrant lilac bushes.
Unfortunately most sellers do not list lilacs in their MLS property descriptions. This is a mistake I’d recommend amending before they bloom. Soon enough, though, we’ll be able to open the car windows as we drive through Addison County and simply follow our nosesRead More
When you choose to purchase or list your home with Christine, you’ve hired a team. She combines a combination of analytical, technical expertise and thorough understanding of esthetics, style, design and architecture. Christine makes sure your search experience includes a thorough understanding of each community you visit. Her designations as Certified International Property Specialist, Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES), Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), REALTOR Status ensure that your property will receive national and world-wide marketing exposure.Read More
