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For more information, visit us at www.hoisingtonvt.com Terrific Old Bennington 4 bedroom, 4 bath home with numerous updates offering lots of light and wood floors throughout. Large eat in kitchen, Butler’s pantry, dining room, Living room with fireplace, 2 enclosed sun porches and 2 covered porches, wonderful built ins, first floor laundry, fantastic walk up newly insulated attic, renovated baths and fantastic Master Suite. All rolled into one little gem waiting patiently for her next steward.

Listing Agent: Suzy Yucht

$334,000

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0DNH WKH PRVW RI \RXU KRPH LPSURYHPHQW GROODUV This Old House® notes that homeowners willing to do their own demolition before the contractors arrive can save substantial amounts of money. A professional contractor may charge $1,000 to demo a 200-square-foot deck, but This Old House estimates that homeowners who demo their own decks may spend only $450 (for the dumpster rental and parking permit).

• Hire a consultant. The DIY movement is incredibly popular, no doubt thanks to television channels such as HGTV and the DIY Network.

Homeowners with DIY experience may be able to complete projects on their own with little consultation from professional contractors. Some contractors may not offer consulting services, however. The consultation route, which typically requires paying licensed contractors hourly fees to offer guidance, should only be considered by homeowners with legitimate DIY skills, for whom this option can be a great way to save money.

• Schedule renovations during homeowner-friendly times of year. Summer and fall tend to be contractors’ busy seasons, and homeowners will likely pay more for projects during this time of year.

If possible, delay starting projects until right after the new year, when contractors aren’t so busy and might be more flexible with pricing.

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Home improvement projects provide homeowners with a chance to put their own stamp on their homes. In addition, many such projects make homes safer and, in some instances, more eco-friendly.

The opportunity to make a home more comfortable, safer and/or more eco-friendly entices many homeowners to open their wallets.

In fact, the Home Improvement Research Institute estimates that the home improvement products market will grow by more than 5 percent in 2018.

Homeowners might experience some sticker shock when researching home improvement projects or receiving estimates from contractors. But there are ways for budget-conscious homeowners to transform their homes and still make the most of their home improvement dollars.

• Do your homework. Each year, Remodeling magazine publishes its “Cost vs. Value Report,” a comprehensive study of 21 popular remodeling projects in 149 United States markets. The report notes the value each project retains at resale in 100 markets across the country.

Homeowners who want to get the strongest return on investment can access the “Cost vs. Value Report” (www.remodeling.how.net) to see which home improvement projects are best suited for them.

• Do some of the labor yourself.

Homeowners willing to swing a hammer also can stretch their home improvement dollars. For example, the home improvement resource

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LARGE HOME, HISTORIC LOCATION Old Bennington, VT 6 Bedrooms 6 Bathrooms 2 Car Detached Garage & Carriage Barn No. 1312.... .$495,000

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Shaftsbury, VT 3 Bedrooms 2 and Half Bathrooms 2 Car Attached Garage 2.24 Acres No. 1674........$334,900

POWNAL LOCATION Pownal, VT 2 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms 3 Car Detached Garage 1.70 Acres

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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION Bennington, VT 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1 Car Detached Garage Great neighborhood No. 390.........$239,900

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Pownal, VT 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 2 Car Detached Garage 2.12 Acres No. 2362.........$135,900

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Manchester, VT 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom 2 Car Attached Garage Private Location No. 2232.........$295,000

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No. 1607.........$129,700

Bennington, VT 5 Bedrooms 3 Bathroom 2 Car Attached Garage 1.61 +/- acres No. 1344.........$335,000

GREAT VALUE Bennington, VT 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom 1 Car Detached Garages No. 1838.......$117,900

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Bennington, VT 4+ Bedroom 3 Bathroom 2 Acres 2 Car Attached No. 1235.........$329,900

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Shaftsbury, VT 3 Bedrooms 1.5 Bathrooms 1.34 Acres

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No. 1527.........$189,900

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No. 1325.........$142,900

EXCELLENT LOCATION

Shaftsbury, VT 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom 3 Car Garage 6.60 Acres

No. 392.......$179,700

LARGE HOME, HISTORIC LOCATION Old Bennington, VT 6 Bedrooms 6 Bathrooms 2 Car Detached Garage & Carriage Barn No. 1312.... .$495,000

SIMPLY STUNNING

Shaftsbury, VT 3 Bedrooms 2 and Half Bathrooms 2 Car Attached Garage 2.24 Acres No. 1674........$334,900

POWNAL LOCATION Pownal, VT 2 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms 3 Car Detached Garage 1.70 Acres

No. 1344.........$189,900

CENTER HALL COLONIAL

Bennington, VT 4 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Rear deck Dead End Street No. 2374......$219,900

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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION Bennington, VT 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1 Car Detached Garage Great neighborhood No. 390.........$239,900

No. 222........$369,900

PRIVATE POWNAL LOCATION

Pownal, VT 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 2 Car Detached Garage 2.12 Acres No. 2362.........$135,900

LARGE SHAFTSBURY HOME

Shaftsbury, VT 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom 1 Car Detached Garage

No. 2585.........$139,900

No. 1837 ... .$114,900

GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD

COUNTRY CLUB AREA

Manchester, VT 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom 2 Car Attached Garage Private Location No. 2232.........$295,000

Bennington, VT 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Great Rental History

No. 1607.........$129,700

Bennington, VT 5 Bedrooms 3 Bathroom 2 Car Attached Garage 1.61 +/- acres No. 1344.........$335,000

GREAT VALUE Bennington, VT 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom 1 Car Detached Garages No. 1838.......$117,900

STUNNING VIEWS Shaftsbury, VT 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 2 Car Detached 9.18 Acres

No. 2213 ... .$249,900

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GREEN HOME/LOCATION Bennington, VT 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms Barn Solar Panels

BENNINGTON 2 UNIT

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There are 3 agents in our office that specialize and only work with people interested in purchasing homes. These buyer specialists can assist in every facet of your purchase...at no cost to you!

Call to schedule your showing or consultation with a buyer specialist today!

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Brenda Jones Real Estate Group TAKE A LOOK

Bennington, VT 4+ Bedroom 3 Bathroom 2 Acres 2 Car Attached No. 1235.........$329,900

UNIQUE CONDO

Bennington, VT 3 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms 2nd and 3rd floor

No. 454.......$124,900

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Bennington, VT 4 Beedrooms 2 Bathrooms Basement Garage

No. 1481.........$169,900

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219 North Street, Bennington, VT 05201

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Shaftsbury, VT 3 Bedrooms 1.5 Bathrooms 1.34 Acres

No. 434.........$159,900

TERRIFIC LOCATION

Shaftsbury, VT 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathroom 3 Car Detached Garage 10.28 Acres No. 886.........$219,900

GREAT FIND

Bennington, VT 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom Shed

No. 870...........$69,900

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No. 1527.........$189,900

OLD BENNINGTON HOME

Old Bennington, VT 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom 1 Car Basement Garage

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PRIVATE LOCATION

Pownal, VT 3 Bedrooms 1.5 Bathrooms 2+ Car Attached Garage Amazing Views

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Sandgate, VT 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom 2+ Car Garage 7,5 Acres

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+RZ WR FRQWURO FUDEJUDVV EHIRUH LW DSSHDUV Homeowners who enjoy tending to their lawns know that grass is vulnerable to a host of problems, many of which appear at a time of year when lawn enthusiasts want to showcase the fruits of their lawnand-garden labors.

Crabgrass is a common problem that appears in summer. According to Lowes, crabgrass plants produce thousands of seeds between midsummer and early fall. While the first frosts of late-fall or early winter kill the crabgrass plants, the seeds produced by the plants remain dormant throughout winter and then begin to grow as the ground temperature warms up with the spring and summer thaw. As a result, controlling germination, which is the development of a plant from a seed or spore after a period of dormancy, is the key to preventing crabgrass from becoming an unsightly blemish that can harm your lawn in summer.

A proactive approach to crabgrass can save homeowners the headaches of dealing with this unwanted guest taking over their grass. The following tips, courtesy of Lowes, can help homeowners reduce the likelihood of their lawns being overcome by crabgrass as summer hits full swing.

• Recognize that routine lawn maintenance may not be enough.

Even lawns that receive sufficient TLC can fall victim to crabgrass.

A proactive, crabgrass-specific approach to lawn maintenance is the most effective way to control the problem before it pops up.

• Apply a pre-emergent herbicide.

Pre-emergent herbicides kill crabgrass seedlings as they germinate. While these herbicides are highly effective, they must

be applied at precisely the right time. The right time to apply them depends on weather patterns.

For example, Lowes notes that homeowners who live in regions that might have experienced warmer than usual winters will probably need to apply the herbicides earlier than usual. While the manufacturer instructions should always be followed when applying herbicides, it’s essential that homeowners take weather patterns into consideration as well.

• Wait until the ground temperature rises above 60 F. Applying herbicides when the ground temperature is below 60 F might render the products ineffective. Gauging soil temperature can be tricky, but Lowes advises monitoring shrubs and trees on the property. Once shrubs begin to bloom and trees bud, herbicide can be applied.

• Wait when treating newly seeded lawns. Pre-emergent herbicides might kill new grass seedlings, so homeowners with newly seeded lawns should wait until they have mowed their lawns three times before applying a herbicide.

• Emphasize uniform application.

If a herbicide is not applied uniformly across the lawn, crabgrass can establish itself and ultimately spread to the rest of the lawn.

• Do not thatch or aerate after applying a herbicide. Thatching or aerating a lawn after applying a herbicide might break the product’s chemical barrier, thereby rendering it ineffective.

Crabgrass can quickly spread on an untreated lawn. A proactive approach that prevents its growth can keep lawns looking great through summer.

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Peace and privacy! 2.29 acres, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths.

Nice yard & woods w/plenty of room to garden, play, or room for pets.

3-4BR/1BA Ranch on .28 acre w/1,176 finished sq. ft.

Deck, partially finished basement, Spacious backyard.

$169,000 Listing Agent: Ted Bird

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4BR/2BA, Large master ensuite, hardwood floors in most rooms. Some work has been done but more work is needed.

Kitchen in need of re-hab. Under house garage & storage.

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Off the beaten path, on 3 private acres, 5BR/4BA, 2,800+ SF in North Bennington. Hardwood floors, central air, fireplace, patio w/stone Bar-B-Q. Make your move now!

$69,900 Listing Agent: Linda McLenithan

4BR/5BA Colonial w/potential in-law suite on 6 acres. Hardwood floors, Chef’s kitchen, 3 car garage, walking distance to Shaftsbury State Park.

$350,000

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Charming 4BR/1.5BA house, walking distance to downtown.

New roof, hardwood floors throughout. Two-car garage.

$149,500

$174,900 Listing Agent: Nancy Stagnitti

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Colonial Style 4BR/3BA Home on 1.88 acres in a sought-after neighborhood in Shaftsbury! Custom kitchen, stone fireplace, master bedroom suite. Come take a look!!!

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Meticulous, turnkey 3BR/2BA property on 1.74 very private

One-of-a-kind, custom built home on 7 acres

acres in Arlington... Fine details throughout, 2-car heated

in Shaftsbury. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths.

garage, new pool and hot tub, mature landscaping.

$249,900

$295,000 Listing Agent: Kelley McCarthy

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