Let’s take a minute and really drill down into what’s happening with homes for sale in Barre, Vermont.
Over just the past twelve months, the median sale price has increased by 14%, combining homes for sale in Barre City with homes for sale in Barre Town. I know, I know, here at Green Light Real Estate, we usually break those two markets apart, but we wanted to take a broader look at the Barre market here.
No matter how the housing market changes, there are some things about owning a home that never change—like the personal benefits it can provide. When you own your home, you likely feel a sense of attachment because of the comfort it gives and also because it’s a space that’s truly [...]
Window planters can be a powerful tool when it comes to selling your home in Vermont. Not only do they enhance your home's curb appeal and create a welcoming atmosphere for potential buyers, but they can also help highlight your home's best features and create a lasting [...]
How does a basement space get to be considered "finished"?
Appraisers consider basement space “finished” when there are obvious and intentional changes to the basement that would enhance the basements’ functional utility. The amount and extent of the changes, including the amount and quality of all materials used in basement finish [...]
Fiction.
I’d put this in the same category as “You should wait 45 minutes after eating before going swimming.” I suppose it’s good advice, but it’s not a requirement.
In general, the bigger the down payment you’re making, the better terms the lender will give you. Recently, we’ve seen lenders waive the requirement of having an appraisal [...]
Question:
How does an appraiser get selected by a lender, or what's the process for connecting an appraiser with a property that's being bought?
Appraisers are typically asked by a lender or appraisal management company to submit their recent credentials (basically a resume), current license and current E/O insurance. With those, [...]