Written By: Brittany Blazey Autumn in the “Green Mountain State” is perhaps one of Vermont’s most beautiful seasons. That’s because the green mountains begin to burst into beautiful shades of orange, red, and yellow. This awe-inspiring event attracts out-of-state “leaf-peppers” to locals looking for a front row seat to “nature’s fireworks show.” We are breaking […] The post The Ultimate Guide to Fall in Chittenden County, Vermont appeared first on Sarah Harrington Real Estate ..read more

Written By: Brittany Blazey At Sarah Harrington Real Estate, we have helped many people move to Vermont in the past year. We find that new residents are often curious about the best places to eat, to shop, to play, and to explore. We created this guide to showcase a few of our team’s favorite things […] The post The Ultimate Guide To Summer in Burlington, Vermont appeared first on Sarah Harrington Real Estate ..read more

Many people have heard that the real estate market is booming and are, in some instances, stressing out about finding the right time to sell their home. Do I make the renovations, upgrade the kitchen, or replace the roof? If I do, will I miss out on this hyperactive market?  The reality is, this is […] The post BNI Connections Spotlight: Corey Hevrin appeared first on Sarah Harrington Real Estate ..read more

When you own your home, things are going to break and, unless you want to spend your money on visits from a neighborhood handyman, you’re going to need to fix them yourself. Luckily, you don’t need an arsenal of tools to handle most home maintenance fixes. These five tools will cover most of your basic […] The post Must-have Tools for Homeowners appeared first on Sarah Harrington Real Estate ..read more

Organic food usually tastes better, and is better for you, but it can also be very expensive compared to non-organic products. Organic food can cost nearly 50 percent more, thanks to the extra labor required to produce it and consumers’ demand exceeding supply. So how do you get tasty organic food without spending a ton […] The post Organic Food on a Budget appeared first on Sarah Harrington Real Estate ..read more

When you’re getting ready to list your home, it’s of the upmost importance to ensure you are showing it in the best light. Taking time to highlight its strengths and fix up some of its possible weaknesses can make a big difference in how fast it sells. Here are our top five recommended repairs to […] The post 5 Repairs to Make Before Selling Your Home appeared first on Sarah Harrington Real Estate ..read more

April showers bring May flowers—but what if your May flowers can’t grow? Fall and winter likely left your garden beds covered in debris such as sticks and branches, which could stifle your spring floral display. Here are just a few tips to get your spring garden ready to enjoy! Dry Up Standing Water Water pooling […] The post Home Maintenance Tasks You Should Tackle This Season appeared first on Sarah Harrington Real Estate ..read more

You’ve most likely heard the rule: Save for a 20-percent down payment before you buy a home. The logic behind saving 20 percent is solid, as it shows that you have the financial discipline and stability to save for a long-term goal. It also helps you get favorable rates from lenders. But there can actually […] The post Which Down Payment Strategy is Right for You? appeared first on Sarah Harrington Real Estate ..read more

We all know that Vermont winters can be long and cold! Energy efficiency in your home is a first step to staying cozy until spring (finally) arrives! Vermont Gas offers free energy audits to qualifying customers. You can apply online and receive tips on how to make your home more energy efficient! Efficiency Vermont  also offers home […] The post Keeping Cozy this Winter! appeared first on Sarah Harrington Real Estate ..read more

  There are so many factors that go into a home buying decision that it can make your head spin—especially if you’re in a competitive market where time is of the essence. The desire to purchase a property makes it easy to look past issues that could detract from your enjoyment of the home and […] The post When you’re house hunting, focus on the things that will improve your quality of life. appeared first on Sarah Harrington Real Estate ..read more