What is the primary objective for a buyer when negotiating the purchase of a home? Would it be fair to say that the buyers want the lowest price possible with the most liberal terms? And what about the sellers of a home? Would you agree that the sellers want the highest Continue Reading
Archives for September 2007
Lighting Tips You Can Use
Lighting Tips Lighting is essential to the look and function of any room. And today there are more options in lighting your home than ever before. To help you choose the best type of lighting for your needs, we've provided this simple list of lighting tips. Continue Reading
Sights and Smells!
Attracting buyers has turned into quite the competitive sport. Once you catch a buyer's attention with a favorable asking price, how do you encourage them to select your home from the other choices? Namely, assault their senses!Since first impressions do count, you should Continue Reading
Vermont's Act 200
Act 200 is a growth management act which went into effect in 1989 to make sure that regional and local plans are consistent with Vermont's planning goals. This law addresses agricultural land, forest preservation and affordable housing. In order to receive state planning Continue Reading
Vermont's Act 250
Vermont has passed a comprehensive land-use law called Act 250. This occurred in 1970 to protect against substandard or shortsighted development and the burdens it places on water, sewer, utility, police and fire services as well as the impacts to schools and roads. Act Continue Reading
When The Fur Flies – Moving Into Your New Bennington VT area home
We all know how stressful a move can be, but if pets are part of your family, there may be an added level of anxiety. Many real estate agents have practical knowledge from working with families with pets, and experience has proven that there are some simple steps you can Continue Reading
All Real Estate Is Local
Recently consumers have been bombarded by news featuring a "doom and gloom" picture of the real estate market nationwide. While national statistics do show that parts of the country are experiencing a change in the market, it is important to know that all real estate is Continue Reading
NAR Observes Realtor® Safety Week
WASHINGTON, September 04, 2007 - Would you welcome a complete stranger into your home or get into a car alone with someone you had just met? For Realtors® and other real estate professionals, these are everyday occurrences. Every job that requires interaction with the Continue Reading
Stay One Step Ahead in the Bennington VT Real Estate Market
As a seller, you'd prefer a nice clean, unconditional offer at full price, right? One way to encourage such confidence among potential buyers is to have an inspection report available during showings, as well as any receipts (or estimates) for repairs. Why order an Continue Reading
