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Vermont Mortgage Calculator
Account for property taxes near 1.6% - 1.8% and insurance for winter storms, ice, and spring flooding before you make an offer.
Start with Vermont-specific assumptions, then fine-tune the calculator for your target county.
Vermont homeowners juggle unique costs, from taxes to insurance. This guide walks you through each input so the mortgage calculator reflects real life in Vermont.
What to review
- Model property taxes in Vermont between 1.6% - 1.8% and include any county or city assessments.
- Add homeowners insurance estimates that capture winter storms, ice, and spring flooding.
- Compare payments across neighborhoods that follow Burlington college town demand and Green Mountain vacation homes.
Quick tips
- Claim local tax breaks
- Most counties in Vermont offer homestead or primary residence exemptions. Update the tax input after qualifying to keep escrow accurate.
- Quote insurance annually
- Request annual premiums that include winter storms, ice, and spring flooding and divide by twelve so the calculator mirrors your escrow payment.
- Watch market momentum
- Track Burlington college town demand and Green Mountain vacation homes and refresh the calculator whenever list prices or assessments change.
Common questions
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How are property taxes calculated in Vermont?
Vermont assessors apply local millage rates that usually land near 1.6% - 1.8%. Multiply the assessed value by the rate, add special district fees, and plug the annual total into the tax field.
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Does Vermont offer down payment assistance?
Yes. Explore programs such as Vermont Housing Finance Agency ASSIST and MOVE down payment loans. Test smaller down payments in the calculator after factoring assistance or grants.
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What insurance coverage should I plan for in Vermont?
Work with insurers to include winter storms, ice, and spring flooding. Enter the combined annual premium so the calculator reflects your full housing cost.