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In this newsletter . . .
- Welcome Note
- 10 House Myths Costing You Time and Money
- Holiday Shopping: Weston's Christmas Bazaar (November 24-25) and Christmas in Weston (December 2)
- Vermont's Good News Garage
- Thanksgiving Plans Still Up in the Air?
- World Cup Races at Killington - November 24-26
- Local Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations
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3rd Quarter Real Estate Market Insight
- Featured Property - 201 Spruce Drive in Andover
- Calendar of Upcoming Local Events
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November 18, 2023
Dear {First Name}:
Another year is nearing the end and I hope you've had a good one; I certainly have!
* Professional highlights for me include the fact that I am wrapping up my 23rd year as a Vermont REALTOR, and with that I am concluding a six year stint on the Board of Directors for the Vermont Association of REALTORS.
* I am grateful to be celebrating a special milestone in that my husband John and I have each now served with the Londonderry Volunteer Rescue Squad for 25 years. Helping our neighbors in an emergency is the most rewarding experience, and humbling beyond words.
* My personal adventures brought me both energy and growth as well as relaxation and renewal, ranging from time spent with family (John and I now have six amazing grandchildren), to our travel adventures including day trips to Vermont and New England's breweries, to lounging on Caribbean beaches.
* I also managed to find the time to get a new knee in late August! So far, so good with kudos to my surgeon, physical therapists, and my family/friends support system. If you’re due for some “new parts,” I recommend it and would be happy to share my experience.
The year cannot wind down without a shout out to my incredible officemates and sales team of Chuck Sweetman and Kathy Snyder, for another terrific year helping our clients buy and/or sell their Vermont properties. And, with that, the three of us wish you a wonderful upcoming holiday season and a peaceful and joyous end to 2023.
- Claudia Harris
Broker/Owner
Mary Mitchell Miller Real Estate
E-Mail: Claudia Harris
Website Click Here
Office: (802)824-3176
Cell: (802)379-0347
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10 House Myths Costing
You Time and Money
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You Only Think Are True:
10 Myths Costing You Time and Money
Article From HouseLogic.com
By: Leanne Potts
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Save your cash for more important things, like, you know, your mortgage.
You can't swing a tool belt without hitting a website or TV network offering tips on taking care of your digs. Save money by watering your lawn at night! No, water it in the morning! No, dig it up and replace it with a drought-hardy meadow!
Throw in the info you pick up from well-meaning friends, and there's a sea of home care truisms out there, some of which can sink your budget.
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Weston's Christmas Bazaar on November 24 and 25
Back by popular demand is Weston's Christmas Bazaar! The Weston Playhouse building is still under construction after the flood, but the good folks at the Weston Theater Company have offered the use of the Walker Farm theater space, just north of the Playhouse on Route 100 in Weston; address is 703 Main Street. Come one, come all!! SAME great vendors, SAME great shopping experience, 10 AM -4 PM both days.
Info Here
Christmas in Weston is December 2
Get into the holiday spirit with a visit to Weston to kick off your Christmas/Hanukkah season. Come for some holiday cheer, shopping, and delicious food. Admire the magical Christmas decorations adorning the town, and wave hello to Santa!
Info Here
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Vermont’s Good News Garage | |
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Are you looking for a helpful and creative way to donate an old, used car? Check out the Good News Garage (GNG)!
You can help a neighbor in need and receive a tax deduction for your donation. GNG partners with the Vermont Department of Children and Families to support families in need of reliable and affordable transportation. In addition to cars, trucks, and vans, you can donate your boat, motorcycle, moped, commercial van, handicapped-equipped vehicle, RV, tractor and more!
Depending on the vehicle, Good News Garage may refurbish or repair it and donate it to someone in need, find it a new home, or auction it to support their programs. Sounds like a win-win to us!
Click Here for More Information
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Thanksgiving is just a few days away. Who’s hosting? Who’s cooking? And, who’s cleaning up?
If you aren’t interested in cooking, or haven’t made plans yet, and are looking for an easier way to celebrate, please consider supporting a local restaurant or food purveyor. According to our research, the following businesses are offering either dine-in or take-away Thanksgiving meals. Reservations are strongly encouraged (required) and many will sell out, so don’t delay … give them a call!
Dine-In
Barrows House in Dorset – (802)867-4455
The Dorset Inn in Dorset – (802)867-5500
Fire Tower in Stratton – (802)297-2000
The Landgrove Inn in Landgrove – (802)824-6673
The Left Bank in Weston – (802)824-5000
The Copper Grouse in Manchester – (802)362-0176
Ye Olde Tavern in Manchester – (802)362-0611
Take-Out
Al Ducci’s in Manchester – (802) 362-4449
Bromley Market in Peru – (802) 824-4444
Dorset Union Store in Dorset – (802) 867-4400
Johnny Seesaws in Peru – (802)856-7560
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World Cup Skiing at Killington
November 24-26
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Killington will be hosting the Audi FIS Ski World Cup on November 24-26, with a stacked field of the best female alpine skiers in the world, including five-time Killington Cup victor Mikaela Shiffrin skiing to regain her title and former University of Vermont skier Paula Moltzan.
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General Admission is $10 and VIP Packages are also available – click here for more information.
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Racing, parades, live music and more throughout the weekend. Full Schedule available here.
- Killington will host free concerts on the Kona Big Wave stage throughout the weekend. 220 KID will kick things off on Friday night before the athlete bib presentation. Mix Master Mike will play between runs on Saturday and Young the Giant will take the stage on Saturday afternoon after the Giant Slalom awards. On Sunday Matisyahu will perform between runs.
- Viewing areas are located all around the base of Superstar Trail and adjacent to the race course.
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Free Parking (or upgrade with various packages) and free shuttles will to be available around Killington Resort.
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Local Electric Vehicle (EV)
Charging Stations
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We’ve been seeing more and more EVs on the road and I just had a past client reach out to me with a question about where to find a local charging station for a house guest. It got me thinking and I decided to do some research and share it with you.
If you have an EV, you’re charging it at home… but, what happens when you have an EV-driving guest. Chances are, they have an app for locating nearby charging stations. But, you can help them out by pointing them in the right direction with the following information.
- Vermont has about 350 public charging locations and more are on the way. According to Drive Electric Vermont, Vermont is “fortunate to have the highest per capita rate of public charging availability in the United States, so odds are good there is a location near where you want to be.” Click on the map below for additional information on finding and using public charging.
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Tesla has its own network of proprietary charging stations and a map can be found here.
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3rd Quarter Real Estate Market Insight | |
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The number one question asked of any realtor, anywhere, is, "How's the market?" We're glad you asked!
Mary Mitchell Miller Real Estate represents buyers and sellers throughout the state, but we specialize in and do most of our work in the mountain towns between Okemo, Stratton, Bromley and Magic (Andover, Chester, Dorset, Grafton, Landgrove, Londonderry, Ludlow, Manchester, Mount Holly, Peru, Stratton, Weston, Windham, and Winhall) and those towns are spread over four different counties (Bennington, Rutland, Windham, and Windsor). A year-over-year comparison shows:
- Median sales price is up 6.6%
- Closed sales (just 212) is down 8.2%
- Active inventory is down 5.9%
- Average days on market remains steady at 16 days.
Click on either graphic below for a full-sized PDF showing market stats for October 2023.
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The bottom line is that inventory remains low and demand is high.
- For buyers, this means you have to be patient, persistent and ready to move quickly when you see something that fits your needs and budget.
- For sellers, this means it’s a great time to think about selling!
If you'd like to learn more, please contact one of our sales associates.
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Thinking of Selling?
Inventory Is Still Very Low and Demand Remains High
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Mary Mitchell Miller Real Estate is seeking new residential and land listings and we would welcome the opportunity to talk with you about listing your Vermont property for sale.
If you've been thinking about it, now is the time to make a move. The inventory of homes for sale is at an all-time low, demand is at an all-time high, and there are buyers looking in ALL price ranges.
Please see our contact information below, or call us at the
office at (802)824-3176. Or, you can send an email here.
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Mary Mitchell Miller Real Estate has been working with buyers and sellers of southern Vermont real estate in the tri-mountain area between Okemo, Bromley and Stratton ski areas for more than 40 years. We are a full-service real estate brokerage firm specializing in the sale of fine homes and properties in Weston, Londonderry, Peru, Landgrove, Dorset, Manchester, Andover, Chester, Ludlow (Okemo Mountain), Mount Holly, Jamaica, Stratton, Winhall and Windham. Fully licensed in Vermont.
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