Are you wondering what's trending in home design? Well, the Pandemic is influencing new design trends, according to Realtor.com. 

The stress of 2020 is causing an overhaul in home design. For example, open floor plans are now being considered too open as households seek privacy for work and school while everyone is at home. As a result, home [...]

• New Listings decreased 1.0 percent for Single Family homes 7.1 percent for townhouse-Condo properties.
• Pending sales increased 30.4 percent for Single Family homes and increased 15.9 percent for townhouse-Condo properties.
• Inventory decreased 48.8 percent for Single Family homes and 49.7 percent for townhouse-condo properties.
• The median sales price was up 10.7 percent to $334,000 for Single Family homes and decreased 5.4 percent to $245,000 for townhouse-condo
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December 21st may be the darkest day of the year, but look for the confluence of Jupiter and Saturn to make it brighter than ever! As in it's not been this bright in more than 800 years. WOW! Light brings us hope in the darkest of times. In a year like no other in our collective experience, we need hope and the promise of better things to come. We can shine together and take care of each other during these very dark days of winter. Where will you be when Jupiter and Saturn bring such bright light to all of us?https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/vermont/christmas-star-vt/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=vermont&utm_campaign=newsletter&utm_content=nlbuttonB1

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's leading epidemiologist shared what he's grateful for with Story Corp. His recording with wife, Dr Christine Grady, aired on NPR last week.

While families across the country are faced with being separated this Thanksgiving due to COVID-19, one family is continuing to lead by example: the Faucis. Dr. Anthony [...]

What's your Personal Finance IQ?

That can be a scary question that we often avoid. But, check out Bankrate and their resources. Learn insightful tips and gain knowledge to help you make wise financial decisions. Are you thinking about making a real estate move -- purchase or sale -- they have worthwhile tips. Take a look. 

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COVID continues to affect our world and lives in many ways, leaving us separated from many of the people, places and things that we love and value. What it's led us to see more clearly is that we may want to live differently, in a space that better fits our needs. Well, the good news is that the market remains active and home prices remain [...]

Changes to the market year over year: 

• New Listings decreased 15.0 percent for Single Family homes but increased 27.3 percent for townhouse-Condo properties.
• Pending sales increased 24.6 percent for Single Family homes and increased 53.6 percent for townhouse-Condo properties.
• Inventory decreased 44.2 percent for Single Family homes and 40.1 percent for townhouse-condo
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Tired of that ugly floor that makes you cringe every time you see it?! Well, paint it! It's easier than you think and much cheaper than replacing it. Take a look.

https://thenester.com/2015/02/when-its-time-to-paint-your-ugly-floor.html

COVID has everyone wondering how to stay safe now that summer is here, and things are opening somewhat. Here's what NPR is telling us:  [...]

You'll think you've gone back in time when you wander through this long-time family camp compound in South Hero, Vermont on the shores of Lake Champlain! Multiple buildings, including numerous bedrooms for family and friends; a large boathouse and separate garage; and expansive lake frontage for easy water access. Beautiful wooded sanctuary [...]