Ludlow VT Vacation Home Trends - 05/30/08 11:13 AM
Although this article uses a beach vacation rental condo as an example, the tips included are valuable for any Ludlow VT vacation home owner as well. Here are some of the many tips for retaining loyalty among your renters:- Forget neutral! Bring on the "vacation-y" décor, but try not to go overboard!- Furnish with easy-to-use furniture that is easy to clean and can withstand wear and tear- Stock up on plenty of family-oriented indoor activities like board games and playing cards- Include some homey touches like a binder of local restaurant menus or personal tips on local attractionsTo learn more about … (1 comments)

Ludlow VT Vacation Home Trends - 05/30/08 11:10 AM
Although this article uses a beach vacation rental condo as an example, the tips included are valuable for any Ludlow VT vacation home owner as well. Here are some of the many tips for retaining loyalty among your renters:- Forget neutral! Bring on the "vacation-y" décor, but try not to go overboard!- Furnish with easy-to-use furniture that is easy to clean and can withstand wear and tear- Stock up on plenty of family-oriented indoor activities like board games and playing cards- Include some homey touches like a binder of local restaurant menus or personal tips on local attractionsTo learn more about … (0 comments)

Homes That Save Vermont Home Buyers Money - 05/25/08 04:08 AM
More Vermont and Okemo Mountain buyers are taking the environment into account when searching for a home-they're looking for earth-friendly features that translate into lower energy bills and less pollution.I found this article by Linda Legner discussing how Vermont home sellers can make their home stand out from the rest and attract earth-friendly buyers....This growing trend gives you the opportunity to make your listing stand out from the rest by calling attention to all of its energy-efficient amenities, from properly-sealed windows to Energy Star appliances.Whether your listing is a brand new condo or an old Victorian, just a bit of investigating … (0 comments)

Ludlow VT Real Estate Tip: Watch Out For Termites! - 05/23/08 05:49 AM
When we think of termites, most of us think they are only active in the spring and summer months. Although this is not the case, they do tend to swarm and become more active in most parts of the country this part of the year, and it is when most Ludlow VT real estate owners start thinking about them.Termites can silently and secretly destroy a home before you even see the first sign of evidence that these hungry home wreckers are even present. And, contrary to popular belief, they don't just eat wood!Check out this article to learn more about termites … (5 comments)

Baby Boomers Setting the Latest Ludlow VT Real Estate Trends - 05/15/08 03:19 PM
We know that the Baby Boomers account for a large part of the real estate owning population in America; the majority of Ludlow VT vacation home owners are also of the Baby Boom generation. It should come as no surprise, then, that these folks - not the typical "trendy" crowd - may be the latest trend-setters in vacation real estate also.Sounds unlikely, but it is very true! As this article in the Wall Street Journal explains, designers and architects are catering more and more toward this fast-growing segment of the population. Not only are more Baby Boomers planning to stay in … (1 comments)

Ludlow VT Real Estate Tip: Navigating Home Inspections - 05/08/08 03:14 PM
Home inspections are not just for new home buyers! As we have discussed in previous posts, it is extremely important to have your Ludlow VT real estate inspected professionally on a regular basis - especially if you are using it as a vacation property - to ensure you keep up with any necessary maintenance or repairs.Professional home inspectors examine existing homes using professional standards as a measure to accurately report their condition to parties involved in a real estate transaction, or to the existing owners looking to repair or renovate.Home inspectors offer many types of inspections to suit Ludlow VT real … (0 comments)

Tips for Remodeling Your Ludlow VT Vacation Home - 05/02/08 06:25 AM
This article from 2nd Home Journal offers a fantastic list of tips for remodeling your second home. If you already own a Ludlow VT vacation home, you probably already know that remodeling a second home presents unique challenges. Below are the 10 main tips, and the article contains the full details on making your spring remodeling projects a success!- Do your research; prioritize your needs- Hire a competent designer or architect- Define your total project budget- Design for low maintenance and sustainability- Get three bids- Do reference checks- Plan at least a 10 percent contingency fund- Synchronize payments with work completed- … (0 comments)

 

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