Only one other state in the country (Maine) has more of its housing stock comprised of vacant, seasonal units. A recent comprehesive report from the Census Bureau on housing characteristics shows that these homes make up 15.6% of Vermont's housing stock--an increase from 14.6% in 2000. Only 3.5% of all homes in the U.S. are vacant, seasonal units.
Protect yourself when hiring help with storm damage
The Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging & Independent Living warns Vermonters recovering from Tropical Storm Irene to be "Vermont Smart" and protect themselves against fraud when hiring contractors:
Not Everyone Really Wants to Help
FOLLOW THESE STEPS BEFORE YOU HIRE SOMEONE TO CLEAR OR REPAIR YOUR HOME OR PROPERTY
SAVE THE DATE: New England Housing Network Annual Conference
Friday, December 2, 2011
8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Sheraton Needham Hotel, Needham, MA
Featured Speakers: