1. Why is Coldwell Banker Islands Realty the best choice for selling my home?

Coldwell Banker Islands Realty has been serving Grand Isle County since 1996, giving them over 29 years of hyperlocal expertise. As the top real estate agency in the region, they understand the unique nuances of island living, zoning, permitting, buyer demand, and property values across The Islands, Franklin County, and Chittenden County.

 

2. What makes CBIR specialists in lakefront homes on Lake Champlain?

CBIR is known as The Lakeshore Experts for a reason. Their agents live and breathe Lake Champlain life—from shoreline protection rules to water depths, dock systems, moorings, and local permitting. Their niche knowledge gives lakefront sellers a major advantage when preparing, pricing, and marketing waterfront properties.

 

3. How will Coldwell Banker Islands Realty market my home?

CBIR utilizes a powerful, proven marketing program that combines traditional exposure with advanced digital promotion. Your home is showcased through professional visuals, social media, online listing syndication, email campaigns, print advertising, and video, ensuring it reaches local, statewide, and national buyers.

 

4. Do they offer special services for luxury or second-home sellers?

Yes. CBIR’s Luxury Property Specialists leverage the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury® program to elevate high-end listings. This includes premium marketing, strategic targeting, and global reach. For second-home and vacation-property sellers, CBIR pairs their lakefront expertise with sophisticated marketing designed to attract qualified buyers.

 

5. How does CBIR support me throughout the home-selling process?

Coldwell Banker Islands Realty acts as your trusted advocate from the very beginning. They help you prepare your home with personalized recommendations, create a dynamic pricing strategy based on real-time market data, and manage the complexities of paperwork, showings, negotiations, and closing. Their goal is to protect your value and present your home in the best possible light to thousands of potential buyers.

 

6. The bottom line: why should I list with CBIR?

If you’re selling in Grand Isle County or on Lake Champlain, CBIR is uniquely qualified. With deep local roots, unmatched lakefront expertise, decades of experience, and the strength of the Coldwell Banker brand, you’re supported by a team that knows the market, advocates for your best interests, and maximizes your home’s exposure.

Curb appeal plays a huge part in getting buyers through the door in the fall selling season. While the flowers are fading and the cold weather sets in, it doesn’t mean it is time to abandon your outdoor spaces! Take advantage of the fall ambiance and use these tips to attract potential buyers.

1. Pressure Wash & Paint

Pressure washing will clear any debris and dirt from the home's exterior. Consider adding a fresh coat of paint to the front door or trim for a quick transformation.

2. Refresh Your Old Hardware

Replacing the doorknob and purchasing new house numbers is an affordable yet impactful way to take your home’s exterior appeal to the next level.

3. Add Outdoor Decor

Pick up some pumpkins or mums to draw the eye to your front entrance. Remember to complement your home's style, but less is often more when decorating.  

4. Clean the Gutters

Clearing out the gutters is both visually appealing and essential for home maintenance. This task prevents water damage, rot, and a place for pests to nest, and it helps the overall lifespan of the roof and foundation. 

5. Keep it Light

As the sun drops earlier, outdoor lighting will help improve your nighttime curb appeal.  Add some warm outdoor lights, such as solar lights, near your walkway, or clean your existing lighting.  

 

This fall remains a great time to sell your Vermont home. These curb appeal tricks will help you to create a warm and welcoming home to get your home noticed faster. Selling a home is complicated, but our agents at Coldwell Banker Islands Realty is here to guide you through every step. 

 

 

Considering selling your Vermont property? There are a number of factors to consider when contemplating whether now is the right time. The questions listed below will help you through this process and whether you’re ready for a home that’s larger or in a more desirable location. 

1. Have you built substantial equity in your current home?

Check your annual mortgage statement or call your lender to find out how much you’ve paid down. Usually you don’t build up much equity in the first few years of your mortgage, as monthly payments are mostly interest. But if you’ve owned your home for five or more years, you may have significant, unrealized gains.

2. Has your income or financial situation changed?

If you’re making more money, you may be able to afford higher mortgage payments and cover the costs of moving. If your income has decreased, you may want to consider downsizing.

3. Have you outgrown your neighborhood?

The neighborhood you pick for your first home might not be the same one in which you want to settle down for good. You may have realized that you’d like to be closer to your job or live in a better school district.  

4. Are there reasons why you can’t remodel or add on?

Sometimes you can create a bigger home by adding a new room or building up. But if your property isn’t large enough, your municipality doesn’t allow it, or you’re simply not interested in remodeling, then moving to a bigger home may be your best option. 

5. Are you comfortable moving in the current housing market?

If your market is hot, your home may sell quickly and for top dollar, but the home you buy will also be more expensive. If your market is slow, finding a buyer may take longer, but you’ll have more selection and better pricing as you seek your new home. Ask your real estate professional what they see happening locally. 

6. Are interest rates attractive?

Low rates help you buy “more” house, and also make it easier to find a buyer for your current place.

7. Is the effort and cost of maintaining your current home becoming difficult to manage?

A REALTOR® can help you decide whether a smaller house, condo, or rental would be appropriate.

 

If you answered yes to most of these questions, you may be ready to move and our experienced Vermont REALTORS® are ready to guide you through the process of selling your Vermont residence. Wondering what your Vermont home is worth in your current market? Get a market analysis to find out today! Our experienced Vermont Realtors are ready to guide you.