Lean Real Estate

Name: Lean Real Estate
Address: Colchester, VT, 05446, US
Telephone: +18023910963

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10/26/2026

Own a multi-family property in the heart of Barre City through a flexible rent-to-own path. This 1914 main residence comes with a separate accessory apartment over a detached garage, giving you rental income to help with your payment, room for extended family or an in-law suite, or a hands-on renovation project to build equity.

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
- Main residence: A spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath home with an enclosed porch, a large living room, a formal dining room, and a kitchen updated with granite countertops. All three bedrooms and the full bath are on the second floor, and there’s interior access to the basement for extra storage and utility space.
- Accessory apartment: A separate 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit above the detached garage. It can bring in rental income to help offset your monthly payment, or it can serve as an independent in-law suite.
- Major updates already done: A brand-new roof on the main house and vinyl replacement windows installed within the last four years.
- Heating, the one bigger item to plan for: The property needs either two new oil tanks, a switch to propane, or a new higher-efficiency heating system. This is the only major item on the to-do list.
- Room to add value: Both units have separate utilities and are ready for interior cosmetic updates and finishes. Bring your vision and build equity as you go.
- Location: The home sits on a manageable 0.16-acre lot in town, within walking distance of downtown Barre, and up on the hill above the flood zone. It’s close to local parks and the Barre Unified Union schools, including Spaulding High School.

Interested? Fill out the form at the link in our bio, or call or text 802-316-8339 to learn more!

Equal Housing Opportunity. Lean Management Inc.

10/22/2026

Not mortgage-ready yet? You don’t have to wait to move in. With a lease option, you live in the home now and buy it later.

What is a lease option? It’s similar to rent-to-own, and it’s one of the most overlooked paths to homeownership.

Here’s how it works: you move into the home now and lease it like you normally would. At the same time, you have the option to buy that same home later at a price agreed on up front. The down payment is typically 5 to 10 percent of the purchase price, and the terms are flexible based on what you need.

That means you’re not stuck renting a place you don’t love while you wait. You’re living in your future home, making it yours, while you work toward owning it.
Want us to reach out when a home fits?

Comment “BUYER” to join our Buyer’s list, or reach out to me at 802-316-8339.

Equal Housing Opportunity. Lean Management Inc.

10/09/2026

Own a newly built Vermont home without waiting for a bank to say yes. Built in 2024, this energy-efficient post and beam home is available through our rent to own program. It features high-performance insulated panels, a steel roof, a heat pump, mini-split cooling, and a propane fireplace, so it stays comfortable year-round without huge utility bills. It’s on town water and sewer in a private, country setting.

The entire first level is a heated two-bay garage, perfect for a workshop or your snowmobiles and kayaks. Upstairs you’ll find cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, an open kitchen and living area, a primary suite, and same-floor laundry. Step out onto the wrap-around deck for views toward Crystal Lake, with Kingdom Trails, Burke Mountain, and VAST trails just minutes away.

Ready to take the next step? Apply here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=lLjqrfQWY0yvS21OswGOGBPIE__Ru2lNjy1o8z7UXIhUNFdYTDIzMjRZNVZJNDEwUFZDRlQ3MFVPMy4u

Questions? Message us or call/text 802-316-8339.

Not the right fit? Join our Rent to Own Buyer’s List: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=lLjqrfQWY0yvS21OswGOGBPIE__Ru2lNjy1o8z7UXIhURTBSVTA0OFVBS09PTDRSTjcyMjZWNExIRC4u

Equal Housing Opportunity. Lean Management Inc.

10/09/2026

Your path to owning a Vermont outdoor basecamp starts here, through our rent to own program, with no need to wait on a bank. The last home on the road before Holland Pond access, this property backs up to the 9,493-acre Bill Sladyk Wildlife Management Area and has direct access to VAST trails. Fishing, boating, hunting, snowmobiling, ATV riding, and hiking are all right outside your door.

The home has been thoughtfully updated with a brand-new heating system, new kitchen appliances, a new well pump, water softener, and whole-house filtration. 2026 improvements include new flooring throughout, a remodeled upstairs bath, a new back deck, and fresh exterior stain. A bonus room off the attached garage works as a family room, office, or gear room, and a generator hookup and Starlink setup are included.

Ready to take the next step? Apply here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=lLjqrfQWY0yvS21OswGOGBPIE__Ru2lNjy1o8z7UXIhUNFdYTDIzMjRZNVZJNDEwUFZDRlQ3MFVPMy4u

Questions? Message us or call/text 802-316-8339.

Not the right fit? Join our Rent to Own Buyer’s List: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=lLjqrfQWY0yvS21OswGOGBPIE__Ru2lNjy1o8z7UXIhURTBSVTA0OFVBS09PTDRSTjcyMjZWNExIRC4u

Equal Housing Opportunity. Lean Management Inc.

10/08/2026

New to AI? Already using it every day? Either way, you’ll leave with something you can use. November’s meetup skips the jargon and focuses on real applications for acquisitions, due diligence, and day-to-day operations.

Join Penne Dodge VanderBush on Tuesday, November 3 at 6:00pm at Burlington B**r Company!

09/30/2026

Vermont doesn’t have enough housing, and a lot of what we do have needs work. No single company is going to fix that. But it’s a big part of why we do what we do, and it’s why our team spent 3 days at the Creative Financing Real Estate Investors conference looking for ways to do it better.

A quick thank you to the Smart Real Estate Coach team for a super informative & well-run event!

Here’s what we’re taking back to Vermont:

1️⃣There’s more than one way to sell a home.

Most sellers only hear about two options: list with an agent, or take a cash offer below what they hoped for. Seller financing, lease options, and rent-to-own can let a seller get closer to their asking price if they don’t need all their cash at once. These structures aren’t right for everyone, but they’re worth knowing about, especially in a market where many buyers are priced out of traditional financing.

2️⃣ Buyers need a guide, not just a listing.

Plenty of people are close to buying but not quite there. Maybe their credit needs time, or they’re still saving for a down payment. A rent-to-own arrangement only works if the buyer understands what they’re signing up for, including taxes and insurance, and has someone checking in along the way.

3️⃣ Consistency beats intensity.

A steady number of conversations and offers every week does more than a big push followed by a quiet month. We’re rebuilding our weekly scorecard to track each step, not just closings, so we can see where things slow down.

4️⃣ Relationships are the real business.

Lenders, attorneys, contractors, other housing providers, and neighbors. Most of our best deals and best advice have come through people we already knew. Showing up consistently and following through matters more than any marketing campaign.

Solving Vermont’s housing challenges will take a lot of people working on them: builders, nonprofits, lenders, municipalities, housing providers, and homeowners. We’re glad to be one small part of that, and we’re always happy to learn from others doing the work too!

09/22/2026

Behind on rent doesn’t have to mean heading straight to eviction. Vermont has real resources for both sides of this, and most people don’t know they exist until they’re already in crisis.

Tenants: the HOP grant through your local Community Action Agency can help cover back rent. Chittenden County also has several faith-based organizations that assist with arrears.

Landlords: landlordrelief.vsha.org is worth checking before a termination notice.

We’d rather see rent get paid than a unit sit vacant and a tenant lose their home. Comment “GUIDE” for the full post with all the resources and numbers. 🏠

09/19/2026

Excited to be connected with Incremental Development Alliance and their work in Vermont!

Two trainings coming up for anyone thinking about their first small development project: a full-day Workshop in Lyndon on 9/23, and a six-week virtual Developer Academy starting 10/6. No experience needed to start.

Comment for the link if you want to learn more about building Vermont’s missing middle housing. 🏘️

09/11/2026

Your next deal could be one handshake away! VTREM’s speed networking night is back October 6th at 6pm at BBCO, come meet investors, lenders, agents, and contractors from across the Vermont community. 💡🏘️

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