On this episode of Inside Housing Podcast, Julie Marks, founder and executive director of the Vermont Short-Term Rental Alliance, breaks down the realities of short-term rentals in Vermont, from housing policy and tourism to property rights and local economies. She shares how VTSRA advocates for responsible hosting, owner education, and smarter regulations while addressing common misconceptions around platforms like Airbnb and the role short-term rentals play in Vermont communities.

On this Inside Housing Podcast episode, Stacy Andre shares how Vermont’s Mobile Home Infill Program is helping create faster, more affordable housing opportunities across the state. She also discusses the challenges of permitting, lessons learned from the program’s rollout, and new efforts to streamline housing development in Vermont.

On the Inside Housing Podcast, Kevin Chu, executive director of the Vermont Futures Project, discusses Vermont’s workforce and housing challenges driven by aging demographics, low graduate retention, and housing underproduction. He outlines data-driven solutions including growing the population, increasing housing supply, accelerating permitting, and advancing broader economic reforms to improve affordability and long-term competitiveness.

On the Inside Housing Podcast, managing broker Sean Dye, based in Vergennes, discusses his transition from decades as a fine artist and UVM painting instructor to Vermont real estate starting in 2015, later becoming a broker in 2020. He shares buyer-side guidance through a range of unusual situations, from inspection surprises and last-minute deal issues to challenging property conditions, while also touching on affordability and the realities of today’s market.

On the Inside Housing Podcast, Montpelier-area agent Lori Holt shares her journey from starting as a Saturday secretary to building a decades-long career in real estate, offering insight into how the industry has evolved over time. On this episode, she reflects on launching her career in 1985 during high interest rates and sustaining success through relationships, referrals, and smart investments, while highlighting the shift from paper-based transactions to today’s fast-paced, digital market, and explaining today’s competitive seller’s market in the Montpelier area along with key considerations in condominium ownership.

On this episode of the Inside Housing Podcast, Jack Russell reflects on his journey from education into real estate, crediting mentorship, community ties, and a willingness to take risks as key to his success. He also discusses the value of homeownership, challenges facing today’s housing market, and why strong relationships and real-world experience remain essential in an increasingly tech-driven industry.

In this interview, Senator Chris Mattos explains how entering the legislature in 2017 shaped his focus on keeping young Vermonters in the state by addressing rising housing costs, interest rates, and development barriers like Act 250, while outlining recent policy efforts such as CHIP funding, Act 180, and S.325 to reduce costs and increase housing supply. He also discusses broader priorities including education reform, rising education fund spending, potential revenue ideas like casinos, and the challenge of balancing slow-moving government work with personal and professional responsibilities.

In this interview, Vermont legislator and realtor Anthony Micklus discusses the complexities of housing legislation, the impact of Act 250, and innovative programs like CHIP and TIF that aim to address Vermont's housing crisis. He shares insights on regulatory challenges, environmental considerations, and potential reforms to accelerate housing development while balancing environmental protection.