This year, the Orleans County Conservation District’s Annual Plant Sale can help you transform wet areas into blooming beauty. Planting on your property can provide many benefits: tasty snacks for you and your family, add beauty to your land (even in the wetter spots), provide shade, help with erosion control on lake shores and riverbanks, [...]

Originally built in 1967, steps from the shoreline of Holland Pond, Washburn Camp was constructed to last. So when the extensive renovation process began during black fly season in 2021, the current owners were fortunate to discover that the camp’s good bones meant they could retain the main structure. The project “took on a life of its [...]

The Value of a Home Inspection

A home inspection is an important step when purchasing a property because it helps buyers better understand the condition of the home before closing the deal. Here are the key [...]

Every month, Rural Edge offers Homebuyer Education Workshops at various locations throughout the Northeast Kingdom. These workshops are ideal for first-time homebuyers who are unfamiliar with the steps involved in searching for and purchasing a home. Workshop topics include: Talking with a Lender, Types of Mortgages, What You Can Afford, the [...]

Why Getting Preapproved Before Buying a Home is a Game Changer

Thinking about buying a home? Before you start browsing listings and picturing yourself in that dream kitchen, there’s one important step you shouldn’t skip—getting preapproved for a [...]

By pushing back one wall of the kitchen, installing new flooring, and painting the walls a crisp white, the current owners have created a bright, open main living area in this 1,112-square-foot home. New appliances, countertops, sink and wood cabinets add warmth to the efficient kitchen. Other updates to the home include the remodeling of [...]

For first-time homebuyers, EastRise Credit Union offers the H.O.M.E. (Home Ownership Made Easier) program to make the process a little less stressful, including 3% down payment assistance and possibly discounted or lender-paid private mortgage insurance (PMI). The down payment assistance is offered as a 0% interest, no-payment second [...]

Working with a local real estate agent is more important than you might think. Local agents bring valuable connections, are readily available when you need them, and truly know the area. Here are some of the benefits of using a local agent, especially when listing your Northeast Kingdom [...]

The wide-open feel of the great room created by the vaulted ceilings was a big draw for the current owners when they first viewed this 4,650-square-foot home. Now, with updated light fixtures, fresh, neutral paint colors, and sanded and stained wood floors, the space truly reflects their style. Outside, the newly built deck and railings [...]

When navigating the real estate market, having a buyer’s agent on your side can make all the difference. Here’s why:

1. Expertise in Your Corner - A buyer’s agent works exclusively for you, representing your best interests. They analyze comparable sales ("comps") in the area to ensure you’re making an informed decision about the home's [...]