Flex Realty - Realty Magazine - Winter 2023

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Magazine, Volume 1 - Winter 2022

So, what’s going on now in Vermont’s Real Estate Market? One thing is clear, the market is shifting. Sellers are continuing to lose some of their leverage, and in a few cases having to reduce their asking prices accordingly. Days on market statistics are also trending upwards for listings. However, that does not necessarily mean home values are falling, in fact they are still rising in many locations. According to the Northwest Vermont Realtor Association (NVRA) the Median Sales Price for Vermont in September 2022 was up 8.9 percent to $430,000 for single family homes and 21.6 percent to $348,000 for townhouse-condo properties year over year.

With interest rates climbing above 7% for the first time since 2002, affordability challenges are limiting buying activity, and early signs suggest competition for homes may be cooling somewhat. This should reduce housing demand slightly along with home prices, which should eventually lead to a more balanced market. The recent surge in mortgage rates has reduced the pool of eligible buyers and has caused mortgage applications to decline. As the rising costs of homeownership force many Americans to adjust their budgets, an increasing number of buyers are hoping to help offset the costs by moving from bigger, more expensive cities to smaller areas that offer a more affordable cost of living.

In Vermont, according to NVRA, during the month of September 2022, New Listings increased 3.7 percent for single-family homes but decreased 18.6 percent for townhouse-condo properties. Pending Sales also decreased 3.4 percent for single-family homes and 8.3 percent for townhouse-condo properties respectively. During the same time period, housing inventory decreased 16.6 percent for single-family homes and 23.6 percent for townhouse-condo properties.

Nationwide, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), existing home sales are down 1.5% from August and 23.8% from the previous year. The median existing-home sales price increased to $384,800, up 8.4% from one year ago. Inventory remains low, with the equivalent of 3.2 months’ supply of homes at the current monthly sales pace.

How is Flex Realty doing? 2022 is shaping up to be another record year for us. Our numbers continue to be up in all of the key indicators and we are currently the number 1 team in the entire state in total units sold and total sales volume. Year-todate Flex Realty is outpacing many of our competitors as we are up 12% in market share compared to this time last year. We currently have over 30 agents with new Flex Realty offices opening up throughout the state, including our newest offices located in St. Albans, Rutland, and Dover. This larger geographical footprint will allow us to continue to grow, while also saving Vermonters significant money when they list their home with Flex Realty. With our team of leading real estate agents, the latest technology, and the lowest commission for full-service listings, the days of paying a high percentage commission to sell your home are gone. At Flex Realty, we bring unmatched efficiencies and savings, delivering the highest level of real estate services at the lowest cost to home buyers and sellers everywhere in Vermont. Our white glove service includes professional photography, staging, drone footage, on site graphic design and one of the most robust advertising budgets in the industry. If you are considering buying or selling a home anywhere in Vermont, please give us the opportunity to talk to you about our services.

Visit us today at www.FlexRealty.com or 802-448-5595.

Titus Principal Broker

Dan

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Go Skiing.

Featuring renowned resorts such as Stowe and Killington, as well as bountiful snow and a long ski season, Vermont is a superb destination for winter sports. Many of Vermont’s ski resorts also have excellent snowboarding opportunities.

10 Fun Things to Do in Vermont

Vermont may be a small state, but it packs in many noteworthy attractions, with plenty of interesting things to discover year-round. Here are ten fun things to do on your visit to Vermont.

1. Go Skiing.

Featuring renowned resorts such as Stowe and Killington, as well as bountiful snow and a long ski season, Vermont is a superb destination for winter sports. Many of Vermont’s ski resorts also have excellent snowboarding opportunities.

2. Go Leaf-Peeping.

You’ll find it hard to beat Vermont for colorful fall foliage. With storybook villages tucked among brightly hued trees, Vermont seems to be tailor-made for Instagram-worthy travel photos. There are countless online resources that will guide you to the best leaf-peeping areas around the state.

3. Visit The Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory.

If you love ice cream, you won’t want to miss the Ben & Jerry’s factory in the town of Waterbury. Take the factory tour, visit the gift shop, and enjoy a tasty treat at the “Scoop Shop.” Check the Ben & Jerry’s website, benjerry.com, for the latest details about operating hours, the cost of tours, and other important information.

4. Enjoy The Urban Excitement of Burlington.

Vermont’s most populous city has just over 42,000 residents, but don’t let Burlington’s small size fool you. Burlington has much to offer in terms of big-city excitement, such as a wide variety of dining, entertainment, and cultural opportunities. Its scenic location overlooking Lake Champlain also makes Burlington a great place for outdoor recreation.

5. Take A Hike.

Largely rural Vermont is a hiker’s paradise, with options ranging from easy walks to the 272-mile Long Trail that crosses the entire state from the Massachusetts border to Canada. Spring and fall are the best times to hike in Vermont in terms of weather. However, with some preparation and flexibility, you’ll be able to find decent hiking opportunities throughout the state in every season.

6. Take A Stroll On Church Street.

Burlington’s pedestrian shopping street is a great place for an afternoon stroll. Go in the summer to experience outdoor dining at one of the

street’s many restaurants. Church Street is a mecca for street performers and colorful characters, making it a wonderful location for people watching and other free entertainment.

7. Explore The Remote Northeast Kingdom.

If Burlington is Vermont’s hip urban center, then the Northeast Kingdom, which consists of three counties in the far northeast part of the state, is in many ways Burlington’s opposite. Rural, remote, and ungentrified, the Northeast Kingdom is a great place to explore if you’re after peace, quiet, and pastoral scenery. It’s also a good destination for road trips and outdoor activities.

8. Experience A Local Farmers Market.

Vermont might have a short growing season due to its long, cold winters, but that doesn’t stop the state’s farmers from producing a bounty of local produce. Each outdoor farmers market has its own specific season of operation, generally from May or June through September or October. As the markets are local gathering places for the small communities they serve, visiting a market is a great way to get a feel for the character of rural Vermont.

9. Splash Around In Lake Champlain.

Vermont’s “west coast” is bordered by long, narrow Lake Champlain, a favorite destination for swimming, fishing, and all types of water sports. In the summer, camping is also a popular activity along the lake shore, with many campgrounds featuring both RV and tent campsites.

10. Try “Sugar On Snow.”

A local specialty, sugar on snow is freshly made maple syrup poured over chipped ice. The traditional accompaniments to sugar on snow are a plain doughnut and a pickle. Having sugar on snow is a favorite annual activity for both Vermont residents and visitors. “Sugar shacks,” the retail outlets of the state’s maple sugar producers, generally offer the sugar on snow experience in the early spring, when fresh maple sap is harvested.

From skiing to leaf-peeping, you’ll find many opportunities for fun in Vermont. Any of these attractions can fit into a weekend getaway or a longer visit.

Cabinetry doesn’t have to look boring or like everyone else’s. Have fun with your cabinets and use various colors and stains to create a distinctive look and feel in the rooms of your home.

Having Fun withKITCHEN CABINETRY

A large part of your home probably consists of cabinetry -- found in most rooms as either built-in or freestanding pieces of décor. You don’t necessarily need to settle for one color stain, paint, or type of wood for your cabinets. You can change the appearance of your cabinetry by using multiple colors to create unexpected, unique, and fun looks in your home.

KITCHEN CABINETS -- For a stylish look in your kitchen, opt for a lightcolored stain for all of your top cabinets and a slightly darker stain for your bottom ones. If you want a genuinely trendy look, use one stain color for your top and bottom cabinets and a second, contrasting stain color for your island and pantry cabinets. If you have open shelving, consider painting those in a bright, coordinating color for a stunning look.

LINEN CLOSET -- Many homes have a sizeable floor-to-ceiling linen closet at the end of a hallway, in a bathroom, or even in the laundry room. You can create a fabulous look by staining each door in a different color or by alternating the stain color. Use three or four different stains on the panels in either a random or a set pattern, depending on the number of cabinet doors. Select neutral-colored hardware to balance out the look.

PLAYROOM STORAGE -- If you have storage cabinets in a playroom or child’s room, turn them into fun pieces of furniture by painting each door panel in a bright color. Your children will love this look. If you have girls who prefer something elegant, consider selecting pastels for a softer and more graceful appearance. You can outline each door with a black or white border to bring the look together.

DINING ROOM CABINETS -- In an entertainment space, such as a formal dining room, if you have built-in cabinetry, consider a bold choice. Paint the cabinets bronze, silver, or gold to make them shine. This unexpectedlooking design option will awe and impress your guests. Match the hardware to the cabinet color for a coordinated look that everyone will love.

Cabinetry doesn’t have to look boring or like everyone else’s. Have fun with your cabinets and use various colors and stains to create a distinctive look and feel in the rooms of your home.

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1002 Quarry Road, Isle La Motte, VT 05463

Beds: 10, Total Baths: 9, Total Square Footage: 4,462

Rare opportunity to own this landmark Lake Champlain waterfront property situated on nearly 3 acres and offering stunning panoramic views of the Green Mountains, North Hero Island and Mt Mansfield! With 610 feet of direct waterfront including deep water access, this magnificent property has many outdoor gathering areas, gardens, a 100-foot dock to accommodate most boats, a floating dock for swimming, 4 boat moorings and a beautiful awning deck overlooking the lake that can easily seat 30-40 people. The main house/lodge currently has 4 bedrooms and is able to accommodate up to 25 guests/diners as it is fully equipped with a commercial style kitchen and full Bar! Additionally, there are 6 motel style detached suites totally separate from the lodge for guests with sweeping lake views with wonderful accommodations. Since the 1950’s the property has been continuously operated by the same family as the Ruthcliffe Lodge and Restaurant. You can continue to operate this successful resort property with a loyal customer base or use it as a great summertime family compound, corporate company retreat, short term rental property, wedding venue and so much more! Or invest in converting the property to year-round occupancy! Versatile waterfront properties like this don’t come along very often. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to own a beautiful slice of waterfront directly on Lake Champlain within an hour of both Burlington and Montreal!

CURRENT LISTINGS

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1511 Cedar Wood Drive, Brighton, VT 05846

Beds: 4, Baths: 2, Square Footage: 2,741

Escape to the Northeast! 470 acres of untouched, unfiltered and undeveloped Vermont Beauty ready for the hilltop homestead of your dreams. With200 acres of untapped Sugar Maple, picturesque mountain scenery, rolling pastures, apple orchards, ponds and miles of private hiking trails, Cedar Wood Drive is truly a Vermont vision. Whether you are seeking a long-term timber investment, maple sugaring opportunity, the opportunity to live largely off the land, or just a remote getaway, this property is well worth considering. Currently enrolled in Vermont’s Current Use program, allowing for a significant property tax reduction in exchange for private property conservation. The home, a farmhouse constructed in 1870 offers 4 beds 2 baths, kitchen, dining area, three season porch, large family room and wood-burning fireplaces. The property and home have all the necessary utilities including power, septic, potable well, and Internet connection. Potential for renovation, new construction or subdivision. Property starts at the end of a class 3 road and progresses to an unmaintained class 4 road.

CURRENT LISTINGS

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155 Hayes Avenue, South Burlington, VT 05403

Beds: 4, Total Baths: 2.5, Square Footage: 2,170

Exceptionally maintained & beautifully updated South Burlington home in a spectacular location! Wonderful landscaping greets guests out front with flat stone walls and exceptional gardens while the fully remodeled kitchen built with entertainment in mind boasts loads of gleaming cherry cabinetry, bold granite counters, updated lighting, stunning stainless appliances, and a peninsula with bar seating overlooking the family room. Updated cork tile and vinyl plank flooring stretches throughout the sun filled first level and carries guests from the sunken family room with a gas fireplace to the formal dining room and living room where guests are sure to gather. Step from the light and airy sunroom addition out onto the southerly facing multi-tiered back deck overlooking the manicured grounds with a full fence! The second level of the home features an amazing primary suite with separate sleeping and reading/changing areas, a spacious en suite bath, as well as his/hers closets including a full walk in. Three more sizeable bedrooms grace this level of the home, including one with vaulted ceilings, in addition to another full guest bath while a newer roof and all new windows in 2014/2015 afford peace of mind. Conveniently situated to the interstate, airport, local commutes, schools and area amenities this location is near perfect. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to own a fully updated, move in ready home in a desirable south Burlington neighborhood!

CURRENT LISTINGS

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1057 Bruce Badger Memorial Highway, Danville, VT 05828

Beds: 3, Total Baths: 2, Square Footage: 2,396

Looking for your hunting paradise? You have found it! This home is situated on a 62-acre property that offers a mix of woods, groomed trails, open areas and a pond. Plenty of wood to harvest for heating. The property is easy to explore with well groomed trails. Inside you are welcomed by a large mud room and 1stfloor laundry. Enjoy the wonderful views of the property from the upper level and get comfortable next to the woodstove in the living room. The finished basemen provide more living space and tons of storage. The massive detached garage offers radiant heating and storage above. Plenty of room for equipment, a small car collection or boat storage. Be sure to view the included video to get a sense of the property.

CURRENT LISTINGS

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407 Burpee Road, Bristol, VT 05443

Beds: 3, Baths: 2.25, Total Square Footage: 2,880

Motivated Seller! Meticulously maintained, spacious home & detached garage with additional finished space boasting tons of options in a spectacular location! Situated on the outskirts of town on a sizeable lot yet super convenient to Bristol village, just a short drive to Sugarbush Resort, neighboring ski areas and an easy commute to Lake Dunmore and Lake Champlain! The heart of the home features an open concept kitchen w/ exposed beams and vaulted ceilings that is a chef’s dream w/ a massive center island built with entertaining in mind! The single level home includes a primary suite w/ a sprawling en suite bath, first floor laundry and 2 large additional bedrooms while a finished walkout basement provides even more room to spread out. Sitting on 1.3+ acres the property includes a 2-bay garage with an extra 2,000sqft+ of finished space that has a diverse income potential. Add rental space, use for a home business or Airbnb/rental opportunity, the options are limitless! This property is bursting with potential... Centrally located for easy access to many local outdoor recreational activities and local shops allowing for the feel of country living with ease of convenience to local amenities.

CURRENT LISTINGS

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315 Hill Street, Danville, VT 05828

Beds: 3, Baths: 1.5, Total Square Footage: 1,822

Looking for a meticulously maintained property that sits on nearly 1.5 acres, this is it! This property has been extremely well cared for over the years. Some of the updates include siding, standing seam metal roofs on all structures, custom cherry cabinets and Corian counters in the kitchen. You will find hardwood flooring throughout the home. Downstairs there is an additional family room to enjoy for another hang out area. You will also find additional storage, well-kept utilities, generator hookup and a walkout to the back yard. The property has a large 24ft by 40ft garage that has plenty of room for up to four vehicles, workshop or storage. There is an additional storage space attached to the garage. Outside the in-ground pool, diving board and full pool house including a bathroom is perfect for plenty of summertime fun! Walking distance from downtown Danville where you can enjoy local restaurants, bakeries and more. 10 mins to I91 and St Johnsbury.

CURRENT LISTINGS

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7412 Mountain Road #245, Stowe, VT 05672

Beds: 1, Baths: 1, Total Square Footage: 518

Live the mountain dream in your Ski in/Ski Out fully renovated 2nd Floor Studio Condo at The Lodge at Spruce Peak. Enjoy the views of Mt. Mansfield and the pool from your condo. After a day in the mountains head down to relax at the pool or hot tub. Finish off the day at one of the restaurants before a nightcap by the fire. Enjoy all the included amenities complimentary ski valet, underground parking, world-class full-service spa, year-round outdoor pool, performing art center, golf course, ice skating, and numerous dining/retail choices. In the summer enjoy the green at Spruce Peak playing lawn games and dine under the stars at one of the many events. Photos provided by Spruce Peak.

CURRENT LISTINGS

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49 Hickory Hill Road, Williston, VT 05495

Beds: 3, Baths: 1, Total Square Footage: 1,064

This ranch style home is set conveniently in the heart of Williston. As you enter the home you step right into the spacious living room with wood fireplace, hardwood floors and large window for ample natural light. The living room flows right into the dining area and kitchen that features tons of cabinet and counterspace. This home has 3 good sized bedrooms and a full bath. The private backyard is host to beautiful mature trees and tons green space. Close proximity to shopping, entertainment and the interstate.

CURRENT LISTINGS

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74 Norway Drive, Colchester, VT 05446

Beds: 2, Baths: 1, Total Square Footage: 864

Beautiful ranch style home in Mallets Bay! Great location for access to the well-maintained bike paths, Thayer Beach and airport park. The home is situated on a half-acre with mature trees to provide shade in the yard. As you enter through the breezeway that connects house to garage you are welcomed into the kitchen featuring shaker style cabinetry and an eat-in dining area. The kitchen opens up into the home’s living room with hardwood flooring and a custom stone accent wall adding character to the space. The 2 nice sized bedrooms have great natural lighting. The partially finished basement adds extra space for tons of opportunities. Plenty of storage space and laundry hook-ups in basement. New roof recently added.

CURRENT LISTINGS

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12-14 White Street, Vergennes, VT 05491

Beds: 6, Baths: 3, Total Square Footage: 2,074

Located just a few minutes’ walk from Main St in Downtown Vergennes, this conveniently located duplex sits on a large .30 acre lot that is loaded with opportunity! One unit offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths and has been beautifully renovated in recent years and is currently rented at $1750 a month. The first floor of this unit has a nice dining area, large living room, spacious kitchen with a walk-in pantry and an updated full bath with laundry. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms, including the master with dual closets, along with a convenient half bath. The second unit also has 3 bedrooms along with a 3/4 bath and is being rented at $1025 a month. With some updates to this unit there is certainly the potential to increase the rent accordingly. The property also includes a detached 2 car garage/barn on an adjacent .10-acre lot that offers plenty of room for vehicles, additional parking outside and lots of storage space and could possibly be subdivided off as a separate lot to be developed. Also, for sale just across the street and next to the detached garage is 5-7 Cataract Street (MLS#4917563) which could be purchased as well and possibly combined with the garage/barn for potential future expansion/ development. Owners pay heat, hot water, trash, water, sewer, plowing and landscaping with a new heating system about to be installed!

CURRENT LISTINGS

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11 Hemlock Road, Woodbury, VT 05650

Beds: 3, Baths: 1, Total Square Footage: 1,200

Escape to your cottage on Woodbury Lake / Sabin Pong. Updated Seasonal camp with your own lake access allows for hours of boating, swimming, fishing or sitting on the dock. Unwind in the hot tub and watch the stars. Three bedrooms upstairs plus a landing sitting space, perfect for a home office. Cozy living room with wood burning stove. Spread out on the large screened in porch for board games or some ping pong. Great Condition and very clean. Recently updated, new kitchen floor, roof, septic, propane stove and lighting. Sold furnished except of personal items. Pontoon and Dock not included in sale but can be purchased separately. Camp Sold AS IS.

CURRENT LISTINGS

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11 Beacon Drive, Northfield, VT 05663

Beds: 4, Baths: 2, Total Square Footage: 1,848

Meticulously maintained 1960’s ranch style home located in the heart of Northfield. The Location is great on a quiet dead-end street but also just minutes to Norwich University and the town of Northfield, 11 miles to Montpelier and only 17 miles to Sugarbush ski area. You will love some of the vintage charm that this home has to offer from the built-in bookshelves in the living area to the detail in the main bathroom! The home features 3 bedrooms upstairs with a full bath and an additional bathroom downstairs with a fourth bedroom and living area. Many new features have been added in preparation for the sale so please see the attached list. Vinyl plank flooring in the basement and a complete refinish of the original hardwood floors upstairs are just a few of the many! Some conveniences include a washer and dryer immediately off the kitchen as well as a heat pump for the hot summer months!

CURRENT LISTINGS

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32 Beebe Road, Swanton, VT 05488

Beds: 3, Baths: 3, Total Square Footage: 1,928

This beautifully maintained remodeled farmhouse with addition is situated on one acre in Swanton. Inside you’re welcomed by the foyer that flows right into the living room featuring a large window allowing for ample amount of natural light. The kitchen includes shaker cabinets, double sink and plenty of counterspace. Upstairs you’ll find the huge primary bedroom with two walk-in closets, 2 additional bedrooms and a 2nd floor laundry. Enjoy evenings on the deck and the 1-acre manicured lawn. Under 15 mins to downtown St. Albans.

CURRENT LISTINGS

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34 Canada Street, Swanton, VT 05488

Beds: 8, Baths: 4, Total Square Footage: 3,668

Fantastic opportunity with 12 Beds, 4 baths and lots of potential for a single-family residence, business space, or rental space conversation. With a preinstalled commercial grade sprinkler system featured throughout, newly repaved driveway and updated exterior repairs this property is ready for your finishing touches. Also featuring newer roof, recently updated natural gas furnaces (2) and newly updated interior finishes. The options are endless with its convenient downtown location close to amenities including but not limited to grocery stores, hardware stores, I-89, local businesses, and within walking distance to downtown Swanton proper. Property was formally used as community home for the past 30 years with zoning allowing for residency as a single-family property or precedent for a potential commercial endeavor. The options and opportunities are endless and present, book a showing today!

CURRENT LISTINGS

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1779 Route 144, Benson, VT 05743

Beds: 3, Baths: 1, Total Square Footage: 1,840

22 Potato Hill Road, Berkshire, VT 05450

Beds: 3, Baths: 3, Total Square Footage: 2,315

This beautiful historic farmhouse nestled in the hills of the countryside has so much charm. Enter through the newly added back porch and you will find a large mudroom, that will fit all of your outdoor enthusiast gear. Through the mudroom you will find an expansive kitchen, ample size dining room, full bathroom, living room and bedroom- all on the main floor! Washer & Dryer are also located on the main floor for your convenience. Enjoy the outdoors, even on rainy days from the comfort of your covered porch. Sip on your coffee and watch the leaves change, or the sun rise and set. Upstairs you will find 2 bedrooms with a 3/4 bathroom. As a bonus, this property includes a detached garage, with ample storage space above, a generously sized outdoor shed and an above ground pool. To add, there is a pond on the property. This home also boasts trail access to the VAST trail for snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. Conveniently located 2 miles from the Canadian border, 6 miles to Enosburg, 4 miles to Lake Carmi, 33 minutes to Jay Peak Resort, and 41 minutes to Smugglers Notch Resort.

The Benson Vermont farm home is ready for your personal touches to make it your own. Looking for the right buyer to envision the potential this home has to offer. Settled on over 2 acres of sprawling fields you’ll enjoy views from the homes covered front porch. Inside you’ll find the openness of the kitchen dining/living area. Upstairs includes the 3 good sized bedrooms with the full bath. Under 2 miles to Rt 22 and property abuts pond woods wildlife management area.

CURRENT LISTINGS

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18 Leclair Street, Winooski, VT 05404

Beds: 5, Baths: 3, Total Square Footage: 2,596

30 Hill Street, Barre City, VT 05641

Beds: 4, Baths: 2, Total Square Footage: 2,040

Welcome to this turnkey duplex investment opportunity! Both units boast refinished wood floors, renovated kitchens and bathrooms. As you walk in you are greeted by a very serviceable kitchen, straight ahead and to the left are two large bedrooms able to fit a king or queen size bed, both with ample closet space. Off the kitchen you will find a formal dining area that leads into a cozy living room with several windows for amble natural light. Each unit has its own private laundry and porch area along with a front common porch area and common patio area in the back yard great for BBQ’s and entertaining guests. There is also storage available in the garage and basement. Walking distance to Main St. where you’ll find many restaurants and. shops. Easy access to I-89.

Exceptionally maintained farmhouse style multi-family in a spectacular Winooski location! Situated on side street on a spacious city lot with a fully fenced oasis like side yard beautifully landscaped with perennial gardens and an above ground pool great for summertime relaxation. The large owner-occupied single-family style main home features 4+ bedrooms and 2 full baths spread out over two levels boasting a spacious eat in kitchen offering a great space for entertaining with direct access to a sitting room, full bath, the main living area as well an office and three season porch great for visiting with guests while the upper level of this unit boasts another open office area, 2 bedrooms and a second full bath. The updated second level 1+ bedroom apartment has a private entrance/mudroom with storage/closet space on the first floor and walks up to an open floorplan and kitchen with a breakfast bar neighboring the living area with cozy gas stove heat and a private balcony overlooking the side yard. A sizeable bedroom + an attached office area or massive walk-in closet and another full bath round out this unit. Benefiting from a long list of recent maintenance and energy updates from VT weatherization, a less than 10-yearold Weil McClain boiler, and plenty of off-street parking in the driveway and large garage/barn with ample space for a workshop and storage on the second level!

CURRENT LISTINGS

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6088 Route 7, Ferrisburgh, VT 05456

Beds: 2, Baths: 1.5, Total Square Footage: 1,512

23 Knoll Circle, South Burlington, VT 05403

Beds: 3, Baths: 2.5, Total Square Footage: 2,176

Beautiful Colonial style home nestled in the highly soughtafter Knoll Circle neighborhood just a short distance to South Burlington and Williston amenities! This lovingly maintained home boasts a spacious family room as you enter with a working fireplace. The gorgeous updated kitchen includes stainless appliances, beautiful cabinetry, and a butcher block island. The formal living room is a perfect spot to host guests. Rounding off the first floor is a bonus or flex room and a half bath. The upper level offers an expansive primary suite, a full bath, and two additional bedrooms. The finished basement space offers additional living space for a family room, game room, and/or gym area including direct access to the spacious two-car garage. Outside enjoy a large deck and patio with fire pit area. The home is situated on a stunning .42-acre lot with cedar privacy hedges, mature gardens, and tons of space for outdoor activities. Located within minutes to tons of local amenities including fine restaurants, parks, schools, walking trails, grocery, and so much more. This is definitely a must-see home!

This fully remodeled home is an excellent fit for a home business! You are welcomed by the beautiful wrap around deck built with Trex Decking and ornamental black steel railing. The wooden stockade fence provides privacy from the road. The ample amount of flex space on the 1st floor offers opportunity for home office or rec. space for the whole family. The oversized garage and driveway provide plenty of parking and storage for large vehicles and trailers. Upstairs you’ll find a beautifully updated kitchen outfitted with all new soft close shaker upper and lower cabinets, quartz countertops/backsplash, new top of the line stainless steel appliances. The whole home features all new recessed LED lights and waterproof maple and pine vinyl flooring. The two good sized bedrooms with full bath including new shaker vanity cabinets with Carrera countertop, and beautiful glass shower with rain shower head. This over 10-acre property has subdivision potential. Conveniently situated between Vergennes and Charlotte the restaurant, bar, and shops options are endless.

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15 Main Street, Fair Haven, VT 05743

Units: 12, Beds: 12, Baths: 12, Total Square Footage: 7,740

176 Main Street, Winooski, VT 05404

Beds:4, Baths: 2, Total Square Footage: 2,180

Looking for an investment opportunity?! This 2-unit multi family is situated in the heart of Winooski. This corner lot includes off-street parking available and a fenced in yard. Both units contain hardwood floors throughout with ample amounts of natural light. The character of this 1800’s home is unmissable. Unit 1includes 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. Unit two is a 1 bedroom 1 bath. Perfect for an owner occupancy options. Currently both rented with annual leases. Walking distance to downtown Winooski, and under 10 mins to BTV airport and downtown Burlington.

Turnkey Investment Opportunity! Rare 12 unit in one of a kind Historic Firehouse in the heart of downtown Fairhaven. Each unit features 1 bed, 1bath, ample living area, individually metered heat units with many long-term tenants. Corner lot with designated parking area, within minutes of local Castleton University, downtown Rutland and Lake Bomoseen. Exterior is very sturdy double walled brick, well pointed and clean. Recently updated utilities, and some units being fully renovated, hardwood flooring throughout. Gross income over $81k, Income and expense available to qualified buyers. Property offers great cash flow.

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8040 Plank Road, Bristol, VT 05443

Beds: 3, Baths: 3, Total Square Footage: 1,755

393 Shelburne Road, Burlington, VT 05401

Beds: 2, Baths: 1.5, Total Square Footage: 1,192

Impeccably maintained historic bungalow in Burlington’s south end with many recent upgrades. The moment you step through the front door you will feel right at home. Enter off the front porch into the spacious living room, proceed into the dining room and beyond it the eat in kitchen. Bonus space off the kitchen can be used as an office, playroom or den. Two bedrooms and two baths complete this historic gem. Brand new roof, hot water heater, capped and lined chimney, and landscaping. Live within walking distance of Oakledge Park, Lake Champlain, and bike path. A stone’s throw to South End City Market, downtown Burlington, UVM, craft breweries, Champlain Elementary, and much more.

Enjoy the ease and convenience of this sweet country home within walking distance of Bristol Village that includes an income producing lower level in law apartment space with a separate entrance! Boasting over 1700sqft of living space an attached oversized 2 bay garage this property has space for everyone. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths on the main level with vaulted ceilings, tons of natural light and clean spaces throughout while the lower walkout level of the home is setup as an in-law space with a full kitchen and walkout access to the backyard. Enjoy mountain views off the back deck at this move in ready home in a prime location. Close to hiking trails, Bristol Pond and minutes away from the local schools and shops.

New Year’s Resolutions

Why They Succeed, Why They Fail

Why do we make New Year’s resolutions? Notorious for failing, resolutions are born of a culminated desire for change over a period of time. New Year’s Day, the targeted start date, represents the turning of a page, or a clean slate. Since we are creatures of habit, prone to inertia, we may need a reason to change our expectations and snap out of wellworn patterns. The clean page of a new calendar is as good an excuse as any to close the door on what has come before. If we are able to talk ourselves into the belief that we can change our patterns from one day to the next, we may be less likely to self-sabotage and slide into old habits. With every good intention, why does a resolution fail a couple of weeks out of the starting gate? For those who are able to stay the course and succeed with their resolution goals, what’s the secret?

Most of us have heard the statistics about New Years’ gym memberships. The beginning of January is the most lucrative time of year for gym owners, yet the average time a new gym member takes advantage of the membership on a regular basis is two weeks. These stats are averages, and there is always the exception, but what does this say about our general psychology concerning New Year’s resolutions? Whatever our resolution, whether it involves fitness, kicking a bad habit or becoming more organized, it’s common for many of us to begin to lose our resolve early on. All the planning and early enthusiasm in the world is no match for our nay-saying subconscious. In short, seeing is believing and, if there’s no discernible evidence of success after a couple of weeks of concerted effort, we may not believe we are capable of making the change, or worse, we may not believe the payoff/sacrifice ratio is worth it. Sadly, if we’d stayed the course, evidence of success would likely have been right around the corner. As with anything new, a rampingup period should be expected. Results are seldom immediate and will usually lag a couple of weeks behind the implementation of a new habit.

Understanding the general psychology of making a change is helpful when working with a resolution, but a more personalized understanding of what makes each of us tick is better. If you keep trying to make the same change every year, without success, you are already armed with fodder for valuable self-examination. Why did the resolution fail last year? If you were self-conscious of the other people at the gym looking at you, maybe you could start with an anonymous morning walk with your dog for a few weeks until you begin to be rewarded with more energy and better digestion, which will make you feel thin enough to look good in those new workout clothes. If the same resolution has failed for several years for different reasons, you know what to expect and can craft your plan this year accordingly.

Setting ourselves up for success with introspective planning is only part of the success equation. Flexibility is equally important. We have to understand that our process will seldom look the way we expect. We are likely to fall off the wagon at some point for any number of reasons, from an illness to an unexpected house guest. The key to avoiding self-sabotage here is forgiveness. We have to understand that a momentary slip is likely to happen, and life is messy. If we can forgive ourselves without judgment and get back on the program, then all the investment of time and effort thus far isn’t for naught. Ultimately, we can’t control what we’ve done in the past or even in the future. Our actions in each moment are the only things over with we have power. So, if you’ve prioritized a change in your life this New Year, stand in your power, act accordingly in this moment, and be proud. Then do it again.

Good luck!