Blog :: 2020

How Does 2020 Stack Up?

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How Does 2020 Stack Up?

The last few months have been, shall we say, unusual.

Let's see how 2020 compares to years past.

 

Photo by Francesca Tosolini

 

Why does it seem like the market is so hot? Because it is. The number of new listings is way down. But the number of houses that have gone under contract is way up. Supply and [...]

How to Win a Multi-Bid Situation

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How to Win a Multi-Bid Situation

When the market is hot, which it is right now, buyers have to have a few extra tricks up their sleeves to get the house they want.

Photo by Scott Graham

 

Here are some good strategies to use to help when you’re in a good old fashioned bidding war:

 

  • Be prepared! Have your pre-approval letter in place. You
  • [...]

FAQ: Are you on Zillow?

FAQ: Are you on Zillow?

One question that sellers ask us from time to time is “Are you on Zillow?”

 

The short answer is yes.

 

Zillow, Realtor.com, Trulia, Homesnap, and countless other real estate sites get their information directly from the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). 

 

Green Light Real Estate participates in the MLS. If you really [...]

Mortgage Help: Fannie and Forbearance

Mortgage Help: Fannie Mae and Forbearance

 

There is no denying that the slowdown / shutdown from COVID-19 is goinig to have very real impacts on people's finances. Loss of income and drawing down of savings may make it challenging for some to make their mortgage payments. And for others, who are at risk for foreclosure, the fears can be [...]

COVID-19 and Foreclosures

COVID-19 and Foreclosures

 

It's always been true that one of the leading causes of foreclosure is getting sick. Another leading cause is losing one's job. 

 

Combining a pandemic with an economic shutdown can cause massive strain on a family's financial position. And adding the fear of losing your house to foreclosure in the midst of all of [...]

Workaround for COVID-19

 

Fannie and Freddie Give Appraisers

a Workaround for COVID-19

 

In a move to help move purchases, sales, and refinances through the system, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have issued new options for appraisers. Here's a video explaining some of the [...]

March Market Report

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So, How’s the Market?

March 2020

Photo by Kevin Wiegand

 

We’ve just about made it through another winter, and into another mud season. Congratulations to us all--hearty, brave, unflinching Vermonters!

 

By the Numbers--Snapshot

 

 


We’re still seeing a strong market in Central Vermont, that’s kind of old news.

So, with this month’s real estate report, we’re going to look at how these numbers have changed over [...]

February Market Report

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So, How's the Market?

February 2020

Photo by Kevin Wiegand

 

The spring market is actually starting to begin! Typically we see an increase in buyer and seller activity beginning in February as a runway to the busier spring and summer [...]

February Art Walk: Bill Barnard

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February Art Walk: Bill Barnard

 

Friday February 7 is Art Walk in Montpelier! Organized by Montpelier Alive, Art Walk is a fun, free way to see the work of talented local artists. It’s also a great way to see your friends and neighbors as you walk through town.

 

There will be several venues throughout Montpelier showcasing different [...]

2019 End of Year Report

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2019 End of Year Report

 

For this end of year report, the main focus is on changes over the past five years. And the trend is strong!

Sale prices in Barre City increased by over 20%, U32 towns saw appreciation of almost 18%, and every market saw stronger sale prices. Our market as a whole saw price appreciation of 12.24% over five [...]

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