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The Home Buying Process
Get your Finances in Order
Your credit reports are an ongoing record of how you've managed your finances. You should know exactly what they say about your financial history before you apply for a mortgage. You are entitled to a free credit report every 12 months from each of the three major consumer reporting companies (Equifax, Experian and TransUnion). Request a copy of your credit reports now.
Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage
Do you know how much house you can afford?
Probably not, unless you've talked with a lender and you've been pre-approved for a loan. Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation is just one of many who can help you get pre-qualified. Give them a try, or ask one of our Realtors® for additional lenders we work with often.
Buying a home is exciting and, let’s face it, complicated.
Mortgage 101
Get schooled on 6 Mortgage must-knows before you head out to find your new home. It's easy, fun, and most importantly - SMART!
Don't make me wait!
I'm ready to Start!
Okay then, let's get to the fun part! Time to explore the real estate market!
Things you need to Know
Radon Facts you Need to Know
Basic Information about Lead in Drinking Water
Protect Your Family from Lead
One in seven Vermont homes has elevated levels of radon. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that has no color, smell or taste. Read this fact sheet for important information.
Protect Your Family from Lead
Basic Information about Lead in Drinking Water
Protect Your Family from Lead
Lead poisoning is a serious but preventable health problem. Learn more about lead hazards in housing.
Basic Information about Lead in Drinking Water
Basic Information about Lead in Drinking Water
Basic Information about Lead in Drinking Water
EPA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) agree that there is no known safe level of lead in a child's blood. Taking action to reduce these exposures can improve outcomes. Lead is harmful to health, especially for children.
Requesting Home Repairs
Requesting Home Repairs
Basic Information about Lead in Drinking Water
Considering making a home repair request? Here's what to consider.
More than a Mortgage
Requesting Home Repairs
More than a Mortgage
Your mortgage is only one cost of owning a home—here are the rest
VT Real Estate Taxes & Insurances
Property Transfer Tax
Property Transfer Tax is a tax on the transfer of title to real property in Vermont. The tax applies to both property transfers by deed and to acquisitions of a controlling interest in an entity with title to a property. The buyer is responsible for paying Property Transfer Tax
Land Gains Tax
Land Gains Tax is a tax on the gain from the sale or exchange of Vermont land that was held by the seller(s) for less than six (6) years. The value of the land may include the proceeds from the sale of timber or timber rights.
Homestead Declaration
By Vermont law, property owners whose homes meet the definition of a Vermont homestead must file a Homestead Declaration annually by the April filing deadline. If eligible, it is important that you file so that you are correctly assessed the homestead tax rate on your property. Here is the information you as the property owner need to know about the Vermont Homestead Declaration.
Current Use Program
In 1978, the Vermont legislature passed a law establishing the Use Value Appraisal of Agricultural, Forest, Conservation and Farm Buildings Property. Today, this program is known as "Current Use" and is administered by the Division of Property Valuation and Review within the Vermont Department of Taxes.
Owner's Title Insurance
If a person claiming to have an interest in your property takes legal action against you, your Owner Policy insurer can work to resolve the defect in the title. In the event the matter goes to court, your interest and financial position can be protected by the insurer. Learn more about the importance of Owner's Title Insurance.