tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-49575192688205322892024-03-12T17:19:17.624-07:00Monique Bedard Real EstateVermont Real Estate, Burlington Vermont Real Estate, Monique Bedard Realtor in Burlington, Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman RealtyMonique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-84763271493705175912012-03-08T05:53:00.003-08:002012-03-08T05:59:17.947-08:002011 year end market report in Vermont<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA6IUKm7cRgTvntDvkiVgX4ulhgunEVwfymIk2D-rC-_MwvCryK06zLJ9yyKy_3Uvy4AkmgClsynNO_DVWRJQAsfKIZBeC6hDhsaxe_0NwTKYr6MoBKTtPHvqqW9K5HW42uaTlfGLC3zs/s1600/favorite+things+098.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5717525136408977858" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA6IUKm7cRgTvntDvkiVgX4ulhgunEVwfymIk2D-rC-_MwvCryK06zLJ9yyKy_3Uvy4AkmgClsynNO_DVWRJQAsfKIZBeC6hDhsaxe_0NwTKYr6MoBKTtPHvqqW9K5HW42uaTlfGLC3zs/s320/favorite+things+098.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div>Here is the recent 2011 year end Vermont Real Estate market report so you can look at sales in your area.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Call me with any real estate questions you may have or email me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a><br /></div><br /><div>For Report: <a href="http://www.hickokandboardman.com/vermont-market-report/"><strong><span style="color:#000066;">click here</span></strong></a></div>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-44827793053766393602011-10-19T08:14:00.000-07:002011-10-19T08:26:22.628-07:00Find out how your town is doing in the Real Estate Market<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqG92fV5wxI52OM3yChpBVHwQrcSQd7MkTYl6WBz1Q8N1sjFIC4eB9YNWMLvNV_KGM1yzQnKlQn_Y-9Ry5c5B_EwUNX7qLTQ8RKJFQ5Ax0jOOkMASWQ68v02Ma0QMTzxQIPWRNQMbbRdk/s1600/vermont.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665224601172915266" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqG92fV5wxI52OM3yChpBVHwQrcSQd7MkTYl6WBz1Q8N1sjFIC4eB9YNWMLvNV_KGM1yzQnKlQn_Y-9Ry5c5B_EwUNX7qLTQ8RKJFQ5Ax0jOOkMASWQ68v02Ma0QMTzxQIPWRNQMbbRdk/s320/vermont.jpg" /></a> <span style="color:#000066;"><strong>Welcome to the Northwest Vermont Market Report created by Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman Realty</strong></span>.<br /><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong><span style="color:#993300;">Our goal in providing this report is to aid homebuyers and sellers throughout Northwest Vermont with the information they need to make informed decisions</span>.<br /></strong></div><br /><div>The report, which looks at sales from May through August, demonstrates the overall stability of Northwest Vermont’s property trends during the summer real estate season.Despite the property crisis that has affected many other U.S. communities, Northwest Vermont boosted the number of sold residential properties by 4.8% from May through August, while average sale prices slipped a modest 1.6%. Pending listings across Chittenden, Franklin and Grand Isle Counties rose 29%, signifying a steady pipeline of buyers, while new listings increased by 11%. The region also demonstrated a robust sell to list price ratio of 96%. Real estate is a local business, and perhaps no more so than in the vibrant and diverse towns of Northwest Vermont. As you’ll see throughout the report, sale prices can vary dramatically from town to town, and each community— whether Charlotte or Winooski — carries its own characteristics. Feel free to call or email me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com"><strong><span style="color:#330033;">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</span></strong></a> with questions. <strong><a href="http://www.hickokandboardman.com/vermont-market-report/index.html"><span style="color:#000066;">Click here for report</span></a></strong></div>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-54474853334771853692011-09-26T13:48:00.000-07:002011-09-26T13:56:38.713-07:00Open house Sunday October 2nd in Burlington<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6OmtpAv-X4Bck4ZhSJCs5eZRCY-nbqAFk2hdykqp2JVpTOOQ2HZ-gYd_GSPGGT72ja-z2WHg9nlbS8YxNNHtUWKd4QGegS6lwo4k1njOvnwWXuKCD7JOz7d7KkztSvxLtZOagui0fwV4/s1600/park+street+open+house.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5656774878564224226" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6OmtpAv-X4Bck4ZhSJCs5eZRCY-nbqAFk2hdykqp2JVpTOOQ2HZ-gYd_GSPGGT72ja-z2WHg9nlbS8YxNNHtUWKd4QGegS6lwo4k1njOvnwWXuKCD7JOz7d7KkztSvxLtZOagui0fwV4/s320/park+street+open+house.jpg" /></a>Join me this Sunday October 2nd in downtown Burlington 1-3pm to view this beautiful home across from Battery Park. This home features original woodwork, stained glass, lake and park views, 3 plus bedrooms, 1 car garage with lots of parking as well as <strong><span style="color:#000066;">RH zoning with the potential to add apartments!</span></strong> This property is currently listed by my colleague, Steve Lipkin at Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman Realty.<br />For more info<a href="http://www.hickokandboardman.com/real-estate/burlington/22-park-street/4091746.html?searchID=fec1d26fb192ed081ed13977cf5ddeb8"> click here</a> or email me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-1637065662677394982011-09-06T09:52:00.000-07:002011-09-06T09:58:02.265-07:00This home makes sense!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpsaWDldBg0OAAcP7Dt-vXAJkfexQXaXYoVGI5ySWavdG4mDuOBki2QAxrWpAEGhS56wTXScfgPyfXVTHYUzEOMqwLSf2i25MnKVlCrA7zTcrmwhJTgJ6t7rvyzZKRXypogTrLqwkEblI/s1600/back+of+home.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5649291802969251938" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpsaWDldBg0OAAcP7Dt-vXAJkfexQXaXYoVGI5ySWavdG4mDuOBki2QAxrWpAEGhS56wTXScfgPyfXVTHYUzEOMqwLSf2i25MnKVlCrA7zTcrmwhJTgJ6t7rvyzZKRXypogTrLqwkEblI/s320/back+of+home.JPG" /></a> This 3 bedroom home offers you a beautiful backyard and three season porch in Jericho for $241k! Enjoy fully finished basement with fireplace! Hardwood floors throughout home and updated kitchen and bathroom. Call today for a showing or email me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a> Who do you know who is thinking of buying or selling?<br /><br /><br /><div></div>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-65664241963443800392011-06-21T08:38:00.000-07:002011-06-21T08:47:00.155-07:00Property of the month<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoZsm1A6YVreN2HRpBlwsAcsMW1TyKjysazAT7Udc0ddCSu4lzywuvdXH_Wvozxz8e7X1csycGzWnoyDIXX8biCugSjgvC9cs-x69IosnXhgiwR3ScwKSTxpRRDOJ8pgwhx0BppiR22h4/s1600/blog+photo.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620699133449658930" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoZsm1A6YVreN2HRpBlwsAcsMW1TyKjysazAT7Udc0ddCSu4lzywuvdXH_Wvozxz8e7X1csycGzWnoyDIXX8biCugSjgvC9cs-x69IosnXhgiwR3ScwKSTxpRRDOJ8pgwhx0BppiR22h4/s320/blog+photo.jpg" /></a> LOOK at this view every day!!! Perfect home for those who want to get away from it all and enjoy a home that feels like it is in the trees! 459 Pleasant Valley Road, Underhill. Home is offered through Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman Realty for $238k. Contact listing agent, Monique Bedard <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a> for easy showing and <a href="http://www.hickokandboardman.com/real-estate/underhill/459-pleasant-valley-road/4059624.html">click here </a>for more information.Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-20292568918081110142011-04-19T09:30:00.000-07:002011-04-19T09:45:36.523-07:00New Listing 185 Park Street Burlington<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhkBEwi39udhHZSPXMwWR6SHlXoKLvVDj2Q8WO-KfYSkK0TyuzYYRwFSZ0QM23VCygIbXnMiA3Oh3rgZfbgGOlPm88rrO5q3Hc3LoQHZRguvAMDccv8tlQ8PL3ub3q9vxSDEHp-7cOv4k/s1600/park+blog.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5597335084392102866" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhkBEwi39udhHZSPXMwWR6SHlXoKLvVDj2Q8WO-KfYSkK0TyuzYYRwFSZ0QM23VCygIbXnMiA3Oh3rgZfbgGOlPm88rrO5q3Hc3LoQHZRguvAMDccv8tlQ8PL3ub3q9vxSDEHp-7cOv4k/s320/park+blog.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Live Downtown and have no cosmetic/interior work to do at this affordable price!<br />Enjoy 4 bedrooms, updated kitchen, updated bath, gleaming hardwood floors, recessed lighting, new windows, enclosed porch, large basement, garage, and more! This home has a lot of style and charm and is waiting for you to move in and feel immediately at home. This listing is being offered through Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman Realty at $279,000 Contact me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a> for a showing. <a href="http://www.hickokandboardman.com/real-estate/burlington/185-park-street/4055988.html"><span style="color:#000066;"><strong>Click here</strong></span> </a>for more infoMonique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-65686584541013476692011-04-11T09:47:00.000-07:002011-04-11T10:00:19.229-07:00Property of the month<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUf1gu6R5JdVo9v1HyfANnCCRPmTJ_-XjxBL9mZu47WszIbKi3dwg6JF5AHHvQYLQWs5ZuavqhGlo4Sh8OdnGseAumSCextJhXW0I4HdRrBRiwx28Iy8XlIreKvGUd8Q5ZSAHwPwdgNzU/s1600/blog+2.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5594371723743380690" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUf1gu6R5JdVo9v1HyfANnCCRPmTJ_-XjxBL9mZu47WszIbKi3dwg6JF5AHHvQYLQWs5ZuavqhGlo4Sh8OdnGseAumSCextJhXW0I4HdRrBRiwx28Iy8XlIreKvGUd8Q5ZSAHwPwdgNzU/s200/blog+2.jpg" /></a> <br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic8u1YlitIbTANrR1VrFO16Kosy8VRAkeiD8Ofhc5wLCtAQ41fOc3r0YNtP56oDpwz4JfzgKnIWY7p_vF1hA1OFfnhMtg8-PKmQMbTXLne3mQk0lI0-HbODfLjT2zIyoXLpz7pRjCx_r4/s1600/Blog.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5594371524916831378" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic8u1YlitIbTANrR1VrFO16Kosy8VRAkeiD8Ofhc5wLCtAQ41fOc3r0YNtP56oDpwz4JfzgKnIWY7p_vF1hA1OFfnhMtg8-PKmQMbTXLne3mQk0lI0-HbODfLjT2zIyoXLpz7pRjCx_r4/s200/Blog.jpg" /></a> Is it time for you to own your own place? Is it time for you to have an investment? Look no further! 26 Bright Street in Burlington offers you an updated condo-conversion with basement storage, off-street parking, recently painted exterior, washer/dryer within unit, updated interior, and more! This condo-conversion is being offered at $136k with low condo association dues. Call now or contact me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman">mbedard@hickokandboardman</a> realty for easy showing.</div><br /><div></div>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-40259566637947525492011-02-15T07:44:00.000-08:002011-02-15T08:08:47.309-08:00Find out how your Chinese sign will do in the year of the Rabbit<img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 214px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5573948219861962626" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv2_Dn7ZSu9vwhs47-iPMOe9lJh4pxiUeQUpZSzJS50_7-e3vLdxZuzosxcAMgaXR8bInNvdNz4RmmQYvPqBDRL6lsA5TsIQkgLV3EcXet8OWNoSe9WnTzBiaEmqA6XgdzaVkTjlhYLLE/s320/blog+bunny.jpg" />Starting on February 3, 2011 we entered the year of the rabbit which is promising a more peaceful year (as opposed to the year of the tiger that we just endured). I mean look at that cute little bunny!! How could anything go wrong? This is a time to settle your nerves and catch your breath! However, it is also a time for negotiations and those who try to force issues will ultimately fail. <a href="http://www.stanssewingsupplies.com/catalogs/store.asp?pid=253080">Read here<br /></a><span style="color:#000066;"><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;"></span></strong></span><br /><span style="color:#000066;"><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;"><em><span style="color:#000000;">But how will your sign do this year?</span></em> To simply look up your animal sign in the year of the rabbit is not enough. It is best practice if you can calculate your actual Ba Zi Element so you can accurately predict your year</span>.</strong></span> I have located one site that really does this well. To guide you through this (as the site can be confusing for first time users) follow these directions:<br /><br />When you <a href="http://www.geomancy.net/resources/yearly-forecast/fortunes-2011.htm"><span style="color:#000066;"><strong>enter the site</strong></span></a>, scroll down to the end of the page where it says, "Find your Chinese Horoscope Sign & Ba Zi Element". Enter your date of birth and gender. If you do not know the time of your birth it is ok (it will still calculate your sign correctly without your time of birth)<br /><br />When it calculates your sign it will inform you of what type of characteristics your sign is. At this point, it will tell you colors that are favorable for you, it will also inform you of your overall luck for your whole life. After reading this, you can remember your animal sign characteristics and then go BACK to the original page and find your sign and characteristics and how you will do in the year of the rabbit. For example, I am the weak water ox. When I look at the original page to see how the weak water ox will do in the year of the rabbit, it says that this will be my BEST year. I'll let you know!! Good luck!<br /><br /><span style="color:#000099;"><strong>Wondering if the home you are looking at purchasing is good feng shui for you personally? Contact me to find out!!</strong></span> You can contact me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-63833387277164405402011-01-12T08:44:00.000-08:002011-01-12T14:16:44.922-08:00NEW property of the month. Attention investors!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhsK_5ZVNr_RZekekUQSB2k_TRIhIEq_3WskhUgOARUe5zsExA4U7rjJwyFvDoy5avWHT7axeTukC5diyJoa3eq944gtDqCk8mSqelkIh4eq-YylhyphenhypheniuvsubdGyZ2Ad4G7LEltfyXg8HA/s1600/blog+photo+pick+of+mo2.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5561343193085186514" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhsK_5ZVNr_RZekekUQSB2k_TRIhIEq_3WskhUgOARUe5zsExA4U7rjJwyFvDoy5avWHT7axeTukC5diyJoa3eq944gtDqCk8mSqelkIh4eq-YylhyphenhypheniuvsubdGyZ2Ad4G7LEltfyXg8HA/s200/blog+photo+pick+of+mo2.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxoc5jmMRzEsT7QvN2jxc-eAwJwWq2fny6yoB5DjHmMfs6IQa-2QHxjmjgXPsyr6S6nx6ZAZwDnmUk6LHGWOe-4thiSbMVtEYR5KWYGgs8uSq9oXfh8Sg92qBQXMtiKNoXNLk-sg2CF_E/s1600/blog+photo+pick+of+m.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5561343025040314978" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxoc5jmMRzEsT7QvN2jxc-eAwJwWq2fny6yoB5DjHmMfs6IQa-2QHxjmjgXPsyr6S6nx6ZAZwDnmUk6LHGWOe-4thiSbMVtEYR5KWYGgs8uSq9oXfh8Sg92qBQXMtiKNoXNLk-sg2CF_E/s320/blog+photo+pick+of+m.jpg" /></a> Attention investors: Take a look at this multi-family unit with two 3 bedroom units across from the lake in downtown Burlington. Located at 50-52 North Avenue, <strong><span style="color:#000099;">each of the units have a great view of the lake.</span></strong> Property is being offered at $249,900. This duplex is currently being listed by my colleague, Steve Lipkin. To schedule a showing, feel free to contact me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a> </div><br /><div>For more information about this property <a href="http://www.hickokandboardman.com/real-estate/burlington/50-52-north-avenue/4012223.html"><strong><span style="color:#000066;">click here</span></strong></a></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-65061596970219615522011-01-05T20:12:00.000-08:002011-01-05T20:29:54.083-08:00Powerful Feng Shui message for 2011<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_IsKZAqpuOslg9qbqFAPydYr5gjF5Yx4F-PTzVtaHoLNgCJsxvWF1T4FKQ7QCghKsUUoiOjXSe1CVmcPcyOEEPePJiYQ9gpHi08fDv7EDSaa3IQrnxLLEyqJ1Jok_U4XmVuLpVY9KlPM/s1600/blog+picture.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 213px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5558924334416462194" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_IsKZAqpuOslg9qbqFAPydYr5gjF5Yx4F-PTzVtaHoLNgCJsxvWF1T4FKQ7QCghKsUUoiOjXSe1CVmcPcyOEEPePJiYQ9gpHi08fDv7EDSaa3IQrnxLLEyqJ1Jok_U4XmVuLpVY9KlPM/s320/blog+picture.jpg" /></a> I was sent this email/link yesterday and it called out to me as a powerful message to start the year. I often find myself donating lots of household items in January. Like most of us, I see January as a "new beginning" and it makes sense to me that <span style="color:#000099;"><strong>to move forward and allow the "new" to enter, we must let go of the "old" that holds us back.</strong></span> Clutter is stagnant. Clutter weighs us down. Clutter distracts us and makes it difficult for us to focus. So, join me this weekend in clearing out your items that no longer serve any purpose or are attached to negative memories or past longings that you need to let go of. Give it away so that the new energy can flow into your life. Read Suzee Miller's message for more insight <a href="http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?llr=7tb46gcab&v=001PEzLWYs7lNLNm3h93ZNeXcUNZFK_Xcq4AyU_ZQ6vScJ0vRpocOsIM5zgDvpCF7k6N5f0Y9UYLbptIOTyFG2rHxND9ROQ-iVIHCsRazwX1rLTy38OsHrGfAt04aaJYHSq">Click here</a><br /><br />As always, feel free to contact me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a> for any real estate need you may have. Who do you know that may have a real estate need this year? I would be happy to work with them! <br /><br />Picture taken from Frontdoor.comMonique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-80958999768882874462010-12-02T08:09:00.001-08:002010-12-02T08:17:30.630-08:00New "pick of the month" home in Five Sister Neighborhood<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd9eOiw3__Nkq7G3Ts8YTDI0ZhlJqGv-GmJJVYZZUFuDhWHzvfY4bfQIJI7bbD9GP7R8Way8l0ClgrayMTiplNwwD9Zmp8sdwvoIDiuWKyYov9s0JkypPm2TSEDvlpS8xqvhxLA231X1Q/s1600/blog+photo+2+pick+of+the+month.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5546119369273894850" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd9eOiw3__Nkq7G3Ts8YTDI0ZhlJqGv-GmJJVYZZUFuDhWHzvfY4bfQIJI7bbD9GP7R8Way8l0ClgrayMTiplNwwD9Zmp8sdwvoIDiuWKyYov9s0JkypPm2TSEDvlpS8xqvhxLA231X1Q/s320/blog+photo+2+pick+of+the+month.jpg" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwsWR9vWQ4Hv1NJJtI_1uxqeAwWyNP67XWJaGewi5P_QBk84lNLTwIDR-va0_FaoRuzDpjPBNlVOwCwTbrwNxiY8FnJCejoIG5Jy5YR33mEWefHJYfFUAPp5wS7uIWzLodRl6YVnZtWI0/s1600/blog+photo+house+pick+of+the+month.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5546117995432984978" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwsWR9vWQ4Hv1NJJtI_1uxqeAwWyNP67XWJaGewi5P_QBk84lNLTwIDR-va0_FaoRuzDpjPBNlVOwCwTbrwNxiY8FnJCejoIG5Jy5YR33mEWefHJYfFUAPp5wS7uIWzLodRl6YVnZtWI0/s320/blog+photo+house+pick+of+the+month.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>This 3 bedroom home is located in the highly sought after Five Sister Neighborhood. Original woodwork and charm awaits you with additional space in the finished attic. This home is currently listed with my colleague, Nina Lynn. For more info <a href="http://www.hickokandboardman.com/real-estate/burlington/58-caroline-street/4035225.html">click here</a>. For a showing, please contact me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a> </div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div></div>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-36890811280740858372010-11-09T05:39:00.000-08:002010-11-09T05:47:14.626-08:00<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVOfE-YSJaPjdWY8NIwbiOFFsaoFYOZRMHKjGdwClHQWz9p8_ra-UZx3NE-yb11875ZlgL_lBv8bQJ1QlEnV3gejfncinqg3qTPY3zkKP2dwGPJ9yWoUcFI551r9LByr2OilEEhVhWHo0/s1600/Blog+photo.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 324px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537544930529343586" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVOfE-YSJaPjdWY8NIwbiOFFsaoFYOZRMHKjGdwClHQWz9p8_ra-UZx3NE-yb11875ZlgL_lBv8bQJ1QlEnV3gejfncinqg3qTPY3zkKP2dwGPJ9yWoUcFI551r9LByr2OilEEhVhWHo0/s400/Blog+photo.jpg" /></a><br /><div> </div><div> </div><div>USA Today reports steady job market supports Burlington Vermont. <a href="http://www.usatoday.com/money/economy/housing/closetohome/2010-11-09-realestate09_ST_N.htm">Read here </a>for full article.</div><div> </div><div>Feel free to contact me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a> if you are interested in looking at a property or selling your current home. I look forward to hearing from you!!</div>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-80657882767502092792010-09-24T06:20:00.000-07:002010-09-24T06:34:28.382-07:00In response to the Doom and Gloom TIME magazine article on housing<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX0XK2EnPSH_b_ozrOy33sbTqKH7w6It_dPMYMT-tOpCyovpq04kWv9oSV8evi989DNC_Cizw0bhifJNzKleyFOrHTdoQxF5wSB5_2oEp_j5OMZJ3gCRbpFshTFU2UKaQ2yNf2pMqdA80/s1600/newest+blog+article.bmp"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 262px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 394px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520471229645676402" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX0XK2EnPSH_b_ozrOy33sbTqKH7w6It_dPMYMT-tOpCyovpq04kWv9oSV8evi989DNC_Cizw0bhifJNzKleyFOrHTdoQxF5wSB5_2oEp_j5OMZJ3gCRbpFshTFU2UKaQ2yNf2pMqdA80/s400/newest+blog+article.bmp" /></a> <strong><span style="color:#000066;">Still deciding if home ownership is right for you? </span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#000066;"></span></strong><br />This is a great response to the TIME magazine article on September 11th titled, <a href="http://www.time.com/time/business/article/0,8599,2013684-3,00.html"><strong><span style="color:#330099;">"A case against home ownership"</span></strong></a> that reported a doom and gloom outlook on buying/owning a home. (Click on the title to read full article).<br /><br />The response to this report, titled, "<a href="http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703376504575492023471133674.html?mod=wsj_share_facebook"><span style="color:#330099;"><strong>10 Reasons to Buy a Home</strong></span></a>" provides a different opinion. I am providing links to both so you can decide yourself.<br /><br />Contact me with comments at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-65906744863369141292010-09-15T10:14:00.001-07:002010-09-15T10:47:46.414-07:00Does your living room have good Feng Shui?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjWOcSbR4Ujp9w3lOzdj0isyecDcZeOnT8UCaur0kyw4uWYERdQUkeyLgHjgwXHV2Bh09cEbzjB6auGL0GicJSUUng7Tf8l4ygHFJnWEBl8v2GI9dt3egZXBK-5xUAm_Sm9yViKnqZPsI/s1600/feng+shui+blog+picture.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 400px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5517193426822688818" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjWOcSbR4Ujp9w3lOzdj0isyecDcZeOnT8UCaur0kyw4uWYERdQUkeyLgHjgwXHV2Bh09cEbzjB6auGL0GicJSUUng7Tf8l4ygHFJnWEBl8v2GI9dt3egZXBK-5xUAm_Sm9yViKnqZPsI/s400/feng+shui+blog+picture.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br />Yes, this is me enjoying company in<br /><div>my living room. A couple of Feng Shui items I would like to point out. Notice how the furniture is round? Feng shui is very careful to avoid sharp edges of furniture. The coffee table and end table (as well as the couch) is round so that energy can flow smoothly throughout the room.</div><div></div><div>Do you have sharp edges on furniture pointing at you while you are seated? These are considered "<a href="http://www.asis-leif.com/poison_arrows.htm"><strong><span style="color:#000099;">poison arrows</span></strong></a>" and can affect your body as well as your general luck and well being.</div><div></div><div>Second, notice the birds? These are two love birds which are in the southwest direction of my home to enhance my family's "love life".</div><div></div><div>Finally, you may be curious about the giant Rhinoceros? This is a very crucial piece in our living room. While calculating my <a href="http://www.wofs.com/index.php?option=com_content&Itemid=52&task=view&id=321"><strong><span style="color:#330099;">flying star chart</span></strong> </a>of my new home, this particular room has the mountain star "7" in this section of the home which can open this area of the home up to burglary. The Rhinoceros is used to tame this affliction in this section of the home. </div><div></div><div>Are you fascinated by this ancient Chinese custom yet? Are you curious about the feng shui in your home or are you looking to buy or sell a home and want to know which home is best for you?</div><div></div><div>As always, feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. </div><div><a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a><br /><br /></div><div></div>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-10721683409825244592010-09-09T07:03:00.000-07:002010-09-09T07:11:49.990-07:00Open House this Sunday September 12th 1-3<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic7WNDMyymEGNStFNMyp2UNy9BvLInLdXpJB2_dXsO6zaoQL2n9DA8DyRkHWVRx4e3z2sBArKniSnMbBef9nJhiNZ4jaxe20pU0KvVNZDS_DtZilADBE2vPBni_nc7Sm14saJWaliYRvg/s1600/Woods.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514915604830261858" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic7WNDMyymEGNStFNMyp2UNy9BvLInLdXpJB2_dXsO6zaoQL2n9DA8DyRkHWVRx4e3z2sBArKniSnMbBef9nJhiNZ4jaxe20pU0KvVNZDS_DtZilADBE2vPBni_nc7Sm14saJWaliYRvg/s320/Woods.jpg" /></a> Join me and a lender from Spruce Mortgage at 277 Sunderland Woods in Colchester for an open house this Sunday. This home features a large fenced in back yard which backs up to woods. You won't believe how large this yard is! You can also enjoy the fireplace, finished basement, two car garage, deck, and more! This home is located in a quiet neighborhood not far from I-89 and Winooski making it the perfect location! I look forward to seeing you there. For more information on this property, <a href="http://www.hickokandboardman.com/agents/monique-bedard-listings.html"><strong><span style="color:#000066;">click here</span></strong> </a>or you can email me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a><br /><div></div>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-37434058594668454222010-07-08T09:06:00.000-07:002010-07-08T09:19:00.095-07:00Property of the month. Open house on Wednesday!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdoJvsSb9A4apiP1_mJrCAMHQqcBQX6B3QdEtj82RUIlxlx8I5uACGP3ld11wp50AHGu_leKXoQCrJ2sdYoex3-e7K_lfHpT9YS_VbRGUQLUdcGZhMS7oqffqzHambIbjiv3ACY-TrqqQ/s1600/Maple+street+103.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491569231671702674" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdoJvsSb9A4apiP1_mJrCAMHQqcBQX6B3QdEtj82RUIlxlx8I5uACGP3ld11wp50AHGu_leKXoQCrJ2sdYoex3-e7K_lfHpT9YS_VbRGUQLUdcGZhMS7oqffqzHambIbjiv3ACY-TrqqQ/s320/Maple+street+103.jpg" /></a><br /><span style="color:#000066;"><strong>LIVE DOWNTOWN IN THE CENTER OF IT ALL!</strong></span><br />Downtown Burlington condo (103 Maple Street unit #1) with exclusive front porch and two car driveway only 2 blocks from lake and a short walk to Church Street. This unit features wide plank hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, washer/dryer within unit, jetted tub AND flat screen tv included in sale! As an additional bonus, <span style="color:#000066;"><strong>seller is offering 3% back at closing for closing costs with accepted offer!!</strong></span> Enjoy your downtown living and be in the center of it all. Additional storage in basement and low association dues which include your heat!<span style="color:#330099;"><strong> Join us at an open house Wednesday July 14th 4:30-6:00 on your way home from work!</strong></span> Or email me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a> <a href="http://www.hickokandboardman.com/real-estate/burlington/103-maple-st/3105777.html">click here for more info and pictures</a>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-59649533983414994632010-06-18T07:37:00.000-07:002010-06-18T07:46:38.068-07:00Won't you be my neighbor???<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioVNrCVcer5Kciu5xculPeAkDhE1B2_8VFg8NoK_DCcHqYGzE1-nhYVSmXHWGVN1g39_27WboUBBgKe-x1u5SrYuFydYmci6-Gu-e3KJIgVdGCPSzdIFovzHa60-UiwnJuIBsttb24zTE/s1600/North+willard.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5484123234300792690" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioVNrCVcer5Kciu5xculPeAkDhE1B2_8VFg8NoK_DCcHqYGzE1-nhYVSmXHWGVN1g39_27WboUBBgKe-x1u5SrYuFydYmci6-Gu-e3KJIgVdGCPSzdIFovzHa60-UiwnJuIBsttb24zTE/s320/North+willard.jpg" /></a><br /><div>Wow! This home features 2,917 finished sq feet with new wiring, new kitchen, newer heating, central air, and more! Three stories of finished space with five bedrooms and four baths. Located just a few blocks from Church street you can have all your friends over and stroll downtown. Offered at $449,000 with my colleague Brian Boardman at CBHB Realty you can live next to me!! I LOVE this area of Burlington and you will be amazed at the original woodwork and majestic glory of this home. For more information or to schedule a showing contact me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a> </div><div> </div>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-7265653773790743242010-06-16T08:56:00.000-07:002010-06-16T09:46:38.974-07:00Pick a color...feng shui guide to colors<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjptVP9gTRu19R6KZsbhucAmKX4PRDJ-siGgF3CRRo-EqYDvgja3Oq6mhW00UVroNxKlok3f-dSKBLp6NqFmJ3cdkVFXxjSyqizxU3L69bd08Uhszu16ERglZtDjcLx0ug-_rv7iOfMYic/s1600/Bagua.gif"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 303px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483412006977964722" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjptVP9gTRu19R6KZsbhucAmKX4PRDJ-siGgF3CRRo-EqYDvgja3Oq6mhW00UVroNxKlok3f-dSKBLp6NqFmJ3cdkVFXxjSyqizxU3L69bd08Uhszu16ERglZtDjcLx0ug-_rv7iOfMYic/s320/Bagua.gif" /></a> Did you know that each room and area of your home has a particular color preference based on feng shui? I am going to keep it simple for this short blog (no need to get complicated).<br /><div></div><br /><div>First, remember that each direction of your home is influenced by the<span style="color:#330033;"><strong> five elements: Fire, Earth, Metal, Water, and Wood. </strong></span></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Next, remember that each element resides in a specific direction. Below is a guide to help you choose the right color for your space.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>Fire: Located in the South area of your home (can also be in the southwest and northeast of your home). Fire colors would include: Red, orange, pink, purple, strong yellow</strong></span></div><br /><div><strong><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span></strong></div><br /><div><span style="color:#cc9933;">Earth: Located in the Southwest and Northeast of your home (also located in the center of your home) Earth colors include beige, light yellow (earthy/sand colors)</span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#cc9933;"></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#999999;"><strong>Metal: Located in the West and Northwest (also located in North of your home). Metal colors include Gray and white</strong></span></div><br /><div><strong><span style="color:#999999;"></span></strong></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000099;">Water: Located in North of your home (also in East and Southeast of your home). Water colors include blue and black</span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000099;"></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#006600;"><strong>Wood: Located in East and Southeast of your home (also located in the South). Wood colors include Green and Brown</strong></span></div><br /><div><strong><span style="color:#006600;"></span></strong></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>Now does this mean that you paint each wall the following colors listed above based on that area of your home? Nope. Remember that the objects you use in a space also affect the feng shui and it is about balance. For example, if you have a lot of natural woodwook, this will contribute to the wood element (therefore painting the space brown would be too much wood element). The key is to find the balance of all five elements within a space. Remember that shapes of furniture also affect the element. For more on this <a href="http://tinyurl.com/me8g98">click here</a>. This is a great site (that I borrowed from) to help you learn more about the balance of the five elements.</strong></span></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong> </div><div><strong>Happy Painting and decorating!! </strong></div><div><strong></strong> </div><div><strong>Picture taken from </strong><a href="http://tinyurl.com/3ywzzgs">http://tinyurl.com/3ywzzgs</a> </div>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-80602586335092597282010-06-01T12:49:00.000-07:002010-06-01T13:07:13.848-07:00NEW pick of the month home in Burlington, VT<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOA-GkHNLgTJ5wgK8nWUs9ZHQctQXzLPlFHYv9JmUhiXT8ta9e4dm7dhqBCKfvNQTvb4H5sfU9dfUTPjGSNd_ucE5ApgK3_RYXlwLkpir4EflX2sZHXLLXAKVpvfJcWuVkJBN8nIIoErU/s1600/Gove+court.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5477895574742025522" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOA-GkHNLgTJ5wgK8nWUs9ZHQctQXzLPlFHYv9JmUhiXT8ta9e4dm7dhqBCKfvNQTvb4H5sfU9dfUTPjGSNd_ucE5ApgK3_RYXlwLkpir4EflX2sZHXLLXAKVpvfJcWuVkJBN8nIIoErU/s320/Gove+court.jpg" /></a> Wow! Three bedroom, 1334 sq feet home located at 38 Gove Court in Burlington for $329,900! This listing features granite countertop, eat-in kitchen, stainless steel appliances, gas stove and more! Listed with my colleague, Chris Von Trapp, please contact me now before this one disappears! <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a> <div> </div>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-16870792258711691672010-05-27T13:00:00.000-07:002010-05-27T13:33:04.461-07:00What if my front door faces the back door or the stairs in feng shui?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8CEb6ps0CsL-hnYy9FZzpKG4GBgx-qRwFEW-kNaNIcVxnM66-tsrlaKbv1FJQwPOsfP5lOkV78sFU01fDEqNqzHaA7CYO0fDOtEwuB2SNDEujoTyaeIxSmfA2Z8MAQce9TR_FxFq4OUg/s1600/blog+picture.bmp"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5476049940479861586" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8CEb6ps0CsL-hnYy9FZzpKG4GBgx-qRwFEW-kNaNIcVxnM66-tsrlaKbv1FJQwPOsfP5lOkV78sFU01fDEqNqzHaA7CYO0fDOtEwuB2SNDEujoTyaeIxSmfA2Z8MAQce9TR_FxFq4OUg/s320/blog+picture.bmp" /></a><span style="color:#000066;"><strong>So you found the house you love but the front door directly faces a stairway or the back door?</strong></span><br /><br />According to feng shui, this could prohibit positive energy from benefiting the first floor of the home. Energy will quickly rush out the back door (example, money luck, good health, relationships, etc. flows in the front door and quickly out the back), or perhaps up the stairs.<br /><br /><br />There are cures for this which I became interested in this week as the home I just purchased has this affliction. I knew this prior to purchasing the home and intended on finding the appropriate cure for this as opposed to passing up the home I love. <strong>Here is what I found to share with you</strong>:<br /><br /><br /><br />~Place a round table in-between the two doors to re-direct the energy (not possible in my situation as it would look silly)<br /><br /><br /><br />~Work with color to re-direct the energy (this is a powerful tool and my next feng shui article will be devoted to color and finding the right color for each room (Fascinating stuff! I struggled with colors until I utilized feng shui suggestions)<br /><br /><br /><br />~Use a tall, healthy, strong plant and position it in-between the two doors (this is the cure I chose to use)<br /><br /><br /><br />For more on these cures <a href="http://fengshui.about.com/od/fengshuiforhome/qt/doorsfengshui.htm">click here</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="color:#000066;"><strong>What if my front door directly faces the stairs?</strong></span> First, how close together is the front door and stairway? If there is significant space, energy may have the ability to flow to other areas of the home (especially with the right placement of objects and color). The trick is to re-direct the energy so that it doesn't quickly disperse up the stairway. The use of plants, art, and again color will help with this. <span style="color:#000099;"><strong>Caution: NEVER place a mirror directly facing the front door. This will direct the energy immediately out the door as opposed to allowing it to come in the home and nourish the rooms. </strong></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Check in next week when I discuss the use of color to benefit each room and maximize your well-being!<br /><br /><br />Feel free to contact me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a> with any questions you may have or if you are interested in selling or buying your next homeMonique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-58311354640806221742010-05-20T08:39:00.001-07:002010-05-20T08:45:09.988-07:00NEW listing today! Beautiful home in Colchester near I-89<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvvo2Th11EB_7urLSQpuKYin5dZANz-bxTngouw7Z1yIEPgWXI8qrFh881wZY8nbmfDkjgBPKPwUV_qXXJsPkPQxm1iT6yhaofGDzT_-5nsa8T_X__LftEYF8Lnuh4Q92-qKuf2p6gexI/s1600/Front+of+home.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 181px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5473377531497053570" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvvo2Th11EB_7urLSQpuKYin5dZANz-bxTngouw7Z1yIEPgWXI8qrFh881wZY8nbmfDkjgBPKPwUV_qXXJsPkPQxm1iT6yhaofGDzT_-5nsa8T_X__LftEYF8Lnuh4Q92-qKuf2p6gexI/s320/Front+of+home.JPG" /></a>Wow! Three bedroom, 2 bath home with additional bonus room downstairs and a fully finished basement! You will love this fully fenced back yard which features a new deck and a deep lot that backs up to woods. Close to I-89 yet located in a quiet neighborhood that enjoys common pool, tennis court, and play ground. Home is offered at $319,000. Don't miss out on this one. Contact me today at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman">mbedard@hickokandboardman</a> for more information.Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-8441064740253319582010-05-11T10:42:00.000-07:002010-05-11T10:49:54.692-07:00New Property of the Month<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Knd3-tvSVughnIJjhI0Mx9gRvMyR9SCsA_uK8sQ1q8unWr_FoVQURLq8AxVLNqbm7ECaXxvsG_uqj95NtI9zBupQ1xKpm04XAlaEXSurTiU66hkBXtqHgd7tRM5Q1jsCae-OJtSaK6g/s1600/adams.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5470070666476483042" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Knd3-tvSVughnIJjhI0Mx9gRvMyR9SCsA_uK8sQ1q8unWr_FoVQURLq8AxVLNqbm7ECaXxvsG_uqj95NtI9zBupQ1xKpm04XAlaEXSurTiU66hkBXtqHgd7tRM5Q1jsCae-OJtSaK6g/s320/adams.jpg" /></a>Fantastic home and location listed this past week with my colleague, David Gray (Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman Realty) at 25 Adams Court, Burlington VT. Home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with stunning kitchen and woodwork. Offered at $392,000. For more information or to schedule a showing, please contact me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-11806499516844069702010-04-21T11:08:00.000-07:002010-04-21T11:16:32.763-07:00Top 10 MYTHS of having a real estate agent work for youHere are the top 10 myths about having an agent working for you (buyer representation):<br /><br />1. I'll get a better deal if I deal directly with the listing agent<br />2. I'll get a better deal by buying a for sale by owner<br />3. I always have to pay for my buyer's agent services<br />4. I can't get all the info I need from one agent<br />5. All websites are created equal<br />6. All real estate markets are created equal<br />7. I can go on-line to get all the information I need about a house<br />8. The best information about the market comes from the news<br />9. All real estate professionals are the same<br />10. A realtor's only job is to let me in the house<br /><br />By the way, the house I listed a couple of days ago as my "pick of the month property" went under contract three days after my posting! Above top ten is borrowed from Chandra Hall's ABR class. Feel free to email me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a> if you want a skilled agent working for you!Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-26638036288117847422010-04-16T08:10:00.001-07:002010-04-16T08:29:25.168-07:00New property of the month! Will sell fast<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMeNYmfBYYj997UGNOgNwOOtlT8RXduRnbC2wfLm5b01bOgt7FCUfrCcLXCZlCe21eE4ey3Xr4yL1pzTkKnKXfgozkUkDxIPT3cfPPIF77OHz9MPB2oFwKmAQpeuP5MkRLyjxkI7hxB6c/s1600/barbara+craig.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5460756990667795794" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMeNYmfBYYj997UGNOgNwOOtlT8RXduRnbC2wfLm5b01bOgt7FCUfrCcLXCZlCe21eE4ey3Xr4yL1pzTkKnKXfgozkUkDxIPT3cfPPIF77OHz9MPB2oFwKmAQpeuP5MkRLyjxkI7hxB6c/s320/barbara+craig.jpg" /></a> All of my properties of the month sell within 1-3 weeks of me posting them on my blog as I have my finger on the pulse! Today I introduce to you a new listing in the sought-after South end of Burlington listed by my colleague, Barbara Craig. Located at <span style="color:#000066;"><strong>36 Spruce street</strong></span> the home features 2 bedrooms, 3 baths with 1400 finished square feet. Beautiful rooms, hardwood floors, deck, and more! To schedule a showing contact me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a><br /><br /><div>For more pictures <a href="http://www.hickokandboardman.com/real-estate/burlington/36-spruce/21003802.html">click here</a></div>Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4957519268820532289.post-36516662128641515402010-03-22T12:40:00.001-07:002010-03-22T13:10:37.987-07:00What do you mean I have to pay more at closing? Tax adjustment explained to avoid surprise at closing table!If you are purchasing a home between April 1-July 1, you may have to come to your closing with more funds than you additionally planned. Why? It is known as the tax adjustment (prebate tax). Previously, all Education property tax was voted on through the school budget and the taxes were collected. In the year 2000, a challenge was taken to the Supreme Court where advocates were stating that all children deserve equal education despite the amount of wealth that the school district has within its community. As a result of this case, the money is now collected from all towns and the State redistributes the money to the towns equally.<br /><br />The prebate program was created as a tax adjustment based on one's income. <span style="color:#330099;"><strong>If you net $97,000 or less (maxi um household income) you may qualify for this tax adjustment</strong></span>. Initially, the tax adjustment money was sent back to the owner of the home. However, about 2 years ago, the State stopped sending the money to the owner of the home and instead sends it to the town. The town then applies it as a credit to the owner's tax bill. When it is time to sell, that money "should" go back to the seller.<br /><br />Most of the year, we are able to know what this amount is going to be and it should be communicated to you by your realtor or attorney so that you can plan for this before your closing. However, <strong><span style="color:#000066;">if you are purchasing a home between April 1-July 1, we often are not aware of what this amount is going to be</span></strong> as the state typically sends out the letters on July 1. If there has been a significant change in a seller's income level this amount is difficult to know and some attorneys have seen this tax adjustment as high as $8,000! That can be a lot of money for a purchaser to have to come up with/reimburse a seller when they are purchasing a home. Regardless of the amount, nobody enjoys last minute surprises at the closing table!<br /><br />As always, you really should have a realtor working with you to help you negotiate and plan for these issues so that you can purchase/sell your home through a smooth and successful transaction. Please contact me at <a href="mailto:mbedard@hickokandboardman.com">mbedard@hickokandboardman.com</a> with any questions you may have.Monique Bedardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11840521295782056121noreply@blogger.com0