Alex Shaffer, VT Realtor

04/05/2024

Nothing is more exciting than finding 24” of fresh powder outside, but finding this Queen-Anne style beauty in the heart of Wallingford comes pretty darn close! The whole house and every room inside are simply a work of art, and the pictures truly speak for themselves.

A quaint home in a charming small town – I would love to help you call this place home!

159 South Main Street, Wallingford, VT 05773
Beds: 5 | Baths: 2 | Sqft: 3,552 | List Price: $449,500

Call or PM with any questions (802-855-6175)

04/02/2024

As we hop past Easter and into the spring season, we expect to start seeing more homes go up for sale just as we do every year. For those hoping to sell their home in the coming months, the right presentation can be crucial to the attention your listing receives. Here’s a few “easter eggs” prospective buyers may be looking for when seeing a home for the first time:

✨Spring Cleaning: first impressions last! You want your house to appear well-maintained from the moment the buyer gets out of their car. This means trimming the bushes, mowing the grass, touching up paint, and making those hardwood floors shine!
🎨Depersonalized Space: buyers want to visualize themselves in your home. Keeping décor neutral and removing items like family photos creates a blank canvas that helps to spark the buyer’s imagination.
☀️Lots of Light: open those blinds and turn on the lights! A bright home appears more spacious and inviting to guests. Even picking the right temperature lightbulbs can make a big difference for how each room looks and feels.

Simple tricks like these can significantly boost your home’s appeal and marketability. Partnering with a Realtor who has a keen eye for detail can help ensure you get top dollar offers when selling your home!

03/22/2024

Hi folks! For this Friday’s Find of the Week I’m bringing you a mini-mansion in the countryside of southern Vermont. 🍁🌲

What I love most about this house is how the beautiful wooden post-and-beam construction mixed with the open-concept layout makes this home feel simultaneously cozy and spacious at the same time. Just built in 2006, this place has all the luxuries you could hope for, including a modern kitchen, an outdoor covered hot tub, and a built-in bar & game room perfect for having parties 🥂 🎉

Looking outside you’ll find 27 acres of woods and meadows, complete with streams, access to VAST trail network, and two garages to store your vehicles, toys, and workshop space. There’s even a shooting range. What more could you need!

Located outside Chester, Vermont, this 4-bed/4-bath home offers nearly 4,000 square feet and is listed for $950,000. Shoot me a PM today if you’re ready to find your own slice of heaven 😇

03/21/2024

🏠🔑Are you a first-time homebuyer but not sure where to start? No worries—I've got you covered! Check out this handy guide that breaks down the whole process into 10 easy steps.

🔵 Steps 1-3: If you've already been planning to buy your first home, then you've probably started saving for a down payment and working on improving your credit score. Your next step will be to find a dedicated agent (that's me! 🙋‍♂️) to help you navigate your path to homeownership.

🔵 Step 4: Before jumping into the house hunt, I encourage all my clients to speak to a lender to obtain a pre-approval letter. This letter defines your budget and sets you apart from other buyers, paving the way for a confident home search.

🔵 Steps 5-9: This is where I kick into action. As your agent, I'll be by your side through it all. From house-hunting for your dream home and writing competitive offers, all the way to the home inspection, appraisal, and final walk-through. These steps protect your investment and carry you through to closing day. I ensure every box is checked until the keys are in your hands.

🔵 Step 10: Congratulations! All that's left is to move in and enjoy your new home. 🎉

03/18/2024

Happy Monday, Vermont! Ever thought about buying a multifamily home? It’s not just for professional investors and real estate moguls. ⬇️

Check out 21 Royce Street—a Victorian-style duplex that hit the market in Rutland last week. Priced at only $275k, it offers a fantastic opportunity to break into real estate ownership and investing. This house features a 2-bedroom unit upstairs and a vacant 3-bedroom unit downstairs. By living in one unit and renting out the other, you can significantly offset your mortgage payments while building equity in your new home. This strategy, known as “house hacking,” is becoming an increasingly common way to manage housing costs in today’s challenging market.

If you’re interested in this listing or want to explore how multifamily housing can fit into your real estate goals, feel free to send me a private message or call me today.

03/15/2024

Welcome to Friday’s Find of the Week 👀👀
Every Friday I’ll be posting about my favorite new listing on the market, and today we’re looking at a cool piece of history on Bellevue Ave in Rutland. It’s an adorable 3-bed/3-bath New England style home, believed to be a Sears-kit house! Wait...a what?

From 1908-1942 you could mail-order an entire house in the Sears catalog and Sears would ship you all the blueprints, parts, and supplies required to construct it. Today, these “Sears kit homes” homes are famous for their use of high-quality materials and designs. It’s evident here with thoughtful touches like built-in furniture, brick walk-ways to the entrance, and a beautiful fireplace & mantle that make this place pop 💥

121 Bellevue Ave is listed for $299,900 – I’d love to show it to you! My contact info can be found in bio.

03/14/2024

Here’s something for anyone who’s been enjoying the slopes this week⛷

To celebrate the killer conditions we've had at Killington recently, I’m sharing this opportunity to buy a mountainside condo for under $200K: this place offers nearly 900sqft, and it’s located in a great spot just north of Showdshed/Ramshead lodges where you’ll wake up to incredible views of the Beast!

To learn more you can reach me at 802-855-6175 or send me a PM. Remember to ski while you can!

This 894 square feet Condo home has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It is located at 133 E. Mountain Road UNIT E-11, Killington, VT.

03/13/2024

Up to 70% of Vermont homes were built pre-1978, with roughly a quarter dating back before 1939. While I love the charm and character of our state’s historic properties, there are several additional risks to consider when looking at older homes. Here’s a few:

• Lead-Based Paint⚠️ Lead-paint was very commonly used in houses until it was banned in 1978. Ingesting lead-paint can be dangerous to your health, especially for children! Buyers should know that sellers are required to disclose any known presence of lead-paint, and that the danger of lead-paint can be effectively mitigated at low-cost through a method called encapsulation.

• Outdated Electrical & Plumbing Systems⚠️ Older homes, especially pre-1940s, may have outdated electrical systems, including knob-and-tube wiring, and plumbing systems that don’t meet modern standards. These can pose safety risks and demand costly updates.

• Foundation & Structural Issues⚠️ Over time, the foundations of older homes can settle or shift, leading to uneven floors, cracked walls, etc. However, not all foundation issues are born equal. What might look like a major issue to you may be a cheap fix, while something that looks benign could cost a fortune. That is why it is always important to get a home inspection before you buy!

If you love old homes like me and you are interested in purchasing one, it’s critical that you work with an agent who makes sure you are protected 😎

03/12/2024

Here’s an awesome 4-bedroom / 3-bathroom house available in North Clarendon! Recent renovations include a modern kitchen, shiny hardwood floors, and new fireplace to cozy up to – but the best part has to be the whopping 42.3 acres of land right off Route 7 for you to enjoy. This spot is perfect if you love to get outside and walk through the woods, but still want the convenience of a sub-10 minute drive to downtown Rutland.

🏆Highlights:
• Spacious & renovated interior
• Loads of land for outdoor fun
• Easy access to Route 7 and Downtown Rutland

Asking Price: $575,000
Call or message me to schedule a showing today!

This 2356 square feet Single Family home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It is located at 3416 Rt 7B, North Clarendon, VT.

03/12/2024

Hello Vermont! I'm Alex, a passionate real estate agent at Four Corner Properties. Whether you're looking for your first home or a new investment, I'm ready to help make your vision a reality.

My journey into real estate began last year after I achieved the dream of buying my first home right here in Rutland with the invaluable help of Lori Hurley (who is now my principle broker). Her guidance proved how important a dedicated real estate agent can be - and I would like to do the same for you!

On this page you can expect to see the latest listings, real estate tips, and market insights. My focus is on Southern Vermont, but I am happy to help anyone and everyone who is curious about the markets in our beautiful state. You can reach me anytime via cell phone, email, or FB Messenger. Let's talk about how we can make your home dreams come true! 🏠😍

Alex Shaffer

(802) 855-6175
[email protected]

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