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Blog :: 2026

Before & After: April Edition

When the current owners purchased this house, they set it out to make it a truly comfortable space for all inhabitants. A welcoming and organized entry was created with the addition of built-in cubbies and bench, wainscoting, and new slate floors. Black appliances complement wood cabinets. Neutral paint color and a feature wall with an [...]

Local Resources | Home Buyer Grants

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Equity Builder Program (EBP) — Households earning up to 80% of the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Area Median Income (AMI) may be eligible for a grant of up to $32,099 through the Equity Builder Program to use toward the purchase price of a primary residence. 

Lift Up Homeownership (LUH) Grant — Designed to support [...]

Advice from an Agent: Meg Gyles

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A Closer Look at Closing Costs

The term Closing Costs refers to the fees required to legally transfer ownership of a property and finalize a real estate transaction. Here is a breakdown of the closing costs for each side of the [...]

Before & After | March 2026

 

With stunning 270-degree views of the surrounding mountains in both Vermont and Canada, this three-level home in Norton was ready for a fresh start. The new owners saw its potential and transformed the previously rough stone into a polished gem high atop Vermont’s Northeast [...]

Local Resources | ANR's Permit Navigator

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Designed for projects on a single parcel of land, the Agency of Natural Resources’ (ANR) Permit Navigator tool will help you determine which environmental permits you may need for a project. The brief questionnaire allows you to learn about various Agency permits while providing permit recommendations based on your unique situation. Once [...]

Agent Advice | Why A Local Lender?

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Before viewing properties, most agents require buyers to have a lender pre-qualification letter, which became essential during Covid. Today, this confirms buyers have explored financing options, understand special programs, their price range, and property qualification [...]