The wheels that drive foreclosures turn very slowly, and there is ample opportunity to steer the ship in a new direction and salvage your future. Sadly, foreclosure is entirely avoidable, yet lives are often damaged for years because homeowners didn’t understand the consequences and took no action to prevent the process. Whatever circumstances change to … Continued
Are you a homeowner who wants to get out of debt? Struggling to climb out of debt while paying exorbitant interest on your loans can be overwhelming. Another hurdle for many is the fear of changing lifestyles and doing without shopping therapy and all of the little perks and comforts they’ve grown accustomed to in … Continued
Owning a home is a responsibility. Over the years, you’ll have to spend money on repairs and maintenance. If you fall behind on maintenance, the value of your home will drop. Selling a house in poor condition is possible, but you’ll have to make some concessions when it comes to the asking price. You will … Continued
If you’re looking to sell your home in Vermont, understanding the closing costs is critical. While they might not seem like the most essential part of the sale, they can make or break the deal. When you don’t know how to make the right kind of closing costs arrangements, you may end up scaring away … Continued
Are you looking to upgrade from your current living situation and find a new home where you can live in absolute luxury? Is your current house too small for your growing family or are there too many household problems to fix? Whatever your reason for looking for a new place to live, this list of … Continued
So you know you have an ugly house, but you also know you can’t afford a full home renovation. Don’t worry — this isn’t a problem. Selling an ugly house, or “fixer-upper,” as the DIYers happily call it, can be difficult but doable. There are tips and tricks any home seller can use to make … Continued
What’s the first thought that comes to your mind when you hear the term condemned house? You’re probably thinking of a dilapidated, spooky house with creaky foundations and caved-in roofs. Surprisingly, this is not often the case. A condemned building is one that a government body declares uninhabitable or unsafe for human lives. In other … Continued
Losing a loved one is not only physically but also emotionally challenging. This is especially true if the bereaved was a property owner and you need to figure out what’s best to do with the property left. For this reason, as much as you may love to take time off and heal emotionally, there are … Continued
Dealing with a fire-damaged house is not the kind of thing any homeowner wants to think about. But the important truth is that you could possibly find yourself in a situation where fire affects the integrity and condition of your home. And if that happens, you have to make a very important decision. Do you … Continued
If you are inheriting a real estate property, you may be wondering how to sell the property of a deceased parent. Well, there are several things you can do about it. After the death of a parent, some children want to keep their house to preserve their memories. However, being a homeowner is a lot … Continued
The minute you move into a new home, its value begins to depreciate. It doesn’t matter if it’s brand new or previously owned. It doesn’t matter if it’s located here in Vermont or on the other side of the country. You can mortgage the property, buy it outright or rent it; any way you slice … Continued
Did you know that cash sales accounted for 15% of all home sales in July of 2020? This means that investors looking to buy homes for cash have made up a significant portion of the market recently, especially in Vermont, which has seen the third-highest increase in real estate prices in the past year. So … Continued
Selling a house is a grand feat and the start of a new chapter for both home sellers and buyers. Selling a house with mold is not the most ideal situation, but it isn’t impossible. Selling your house with mold or mold damage doesn’t have to be as daunting as it seems if you approach … Continued
Tax issues can cause a lot of stress when it comes to your finances but can also make it more complicated when it comes to selling your Vermont house. There are several types of liens that may be placed on your property for delinquent payments, the tax lien being the most common and challenging to … Continued
If you’ve come to an agreement with your lender and were able to postpone making mortgage payments temporarily, you are in forbearance. Although forbearance may be a way for you to avoid foreclosure, that doesn’t mean that it will resolve your financial situation once the period is over. Ultimately, your mortgage and any other bills … Continued
