Business Details
Your Trusted VT & NH Real Estate Partner
Preferred Properties is a full-service real estate firm serving Vermont and New Hampshire with decades of combined experience among our licensed professionals. Our mission centers on delivering a passionate and proactive approach to real estate through personalized services that build respect, trust, and long-term relationships. We combine deep industry knowledge with local and regional connections to address client needs while maintaining excellence in negotiation and streamlining complex transactions. Our agents specialize in residential, luxury, land, recreational, waterfront, multi-unit, and commercial markets, offering tailored expertise for diverse client situations including aging, divorce, or first-time purchases.With extensive training and certifications, we provide specialized services like Land Consulting and Marketing & Sales to help clients maximize property value or achieve tax efficiency. Our boots-on-the-ground approach includes interactive GPS mapping, property feature documentation, and trail maintenance to ensure buyers experience properties comprehensively. We guarantee 100% client satisfaction in writing and maintain partnerships with national marketing platforms like LandLeader to showcase properties effectively. Our team lives and works throughout VT and NH, bringing firsthand knowledge of the regions' unique landscapes and communities to every transaction.
Services
Residential Real Estate
Land Consulting
Waterfront Properties
Luxury Homes
Recreational Land
Commercial Properties
Farm Sales
Property Marketing
Land Valuation
Estate Transitions
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of combined experience in VT & NH real estate markets
- Our boots-on-the-ground approach includes interactive property mapping and trail maintenance
- We partner with national marketing platform LandLeader for maximum property exposure
- We guarantee 100% client satisfaction with no hidden fees or obligations
- Our team provides specialized services for life transitions including divorce and aging
Services
Residential Real Estate
We specialize in residential property transactions across Vermont and New Hampshire. Our agents provide expert guidance for first-time buyers, sellers, and those seeking second homes. With deep local market knowledge, we facilitate smooth transactions from initial consultation to closing. Our services include pricing strategy, marketing, and negotiation expertise tailored to each client's unique needs.
Land Consulting
Our Land Consulting service helps property owners maximize value and minimize tax liability. We provide comprehensive analysis of land potential, zoning considerations, and market positioning. This includes recreational land assessments, development feasibility studies, and specialized guidance for agricultural or timberland properties across northern New England.
Waterfront Properties
We specialize in waterfront property transactions including lakefront, riverside, and oceanfront properties. Our team understands the unique considerations of water-access properties and provides specialized marketing to reach qualified buyers. Services include boundary verification, feature documentation, and regulatory compliance guidance for these premium real estate assets.
Luxury Homes
Our luxury home specialists handle premium properties with tailored marketing strategies. We serve discerning clients seeking discretion and expertise in high-value transactions. The team provides sophisticated pricing analysis, targeted promotion through luxury real estate networks, and concierge-level service for unique properties requiring specialized attention in Vermont and New Hampshire.
Recreational Land
We facilitate recreational land transactions for hunting, fishing, and outdoor enthusiasts. Our services include property feature mapping, access verification, and marketing to niche buyers. With expertise in off-the-grid properties and land with special designations, we help clients find and sell parcels optimized for recreational use across northern New England's diverse landscapes.
People
Barbara Trousdale
Owner Broker/Realtor
Barbara Trousdale brings extensive real estate experience to Vermont property transactions. As owner and broker, she specializes in residential sales and client relations. Her deep community connections and market knowledge help clients achieve their real estate goals.
Curtis Trousdale
Broker/Realtor
Curtis Trousdale, an Accredited Land Consultant, specializes in land and recreational property sales. With ALC designation and regional expertise, he helps clients navigate complex land transactions. His focus includes maximizing property value and connecting buyers with ideal outdoor properties.
Michael Wrobel
Realtor
Michael Wrobel combines land expertise with client-focused service as a Realtor. Specializing in northern New England properties, he assists buyers and sellers with residential and recreational land transactions. His approach emphasizes thorough market analysis and personalized guidance.
Chip Tremper
Realtor
Chip Tremper focuses on lakefront and waterfront property sales. As a specialist in these premium markets, he helps clients find and market properties with water access. His expertise includes Vermont's lake communities and recreational real estate opportunities.
Jeff Godbout
Realtor
Jeff Godbout leads The Godbout Group with extensive real estate experience. Specializing in Vermont properties, he provides expert guidance for buyers and sellers. His services focus on residential transactions and helping clients navigate the unique aspects of northern New England real estate.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve all of Vermont and New Hampshire, including remote and recreational properties. Our agents live and work throughout the region, providing local expertise for both states.
What property types do you handle?
We specialize in residential, commercial, land, waterfront, luxury homes, farms, and recreational properties. Our services cover the full spectrum of real estate needs in northern New England.
What makes your land services unique?
Our boots-on-the-ground approach includes interactive GPS mapping, property feature documentation, and trail maintenance. We partner with LandLeader for premium marketing and provide specialized land consulting services.
Do you offer buyer guarantees?
We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you're not satisfied with our services for any reason, you can terminate our agreement with no hidden fees or obligations.
How do you market properties?
We use professional photography, video tours, and targeted digital marketing through LandLeader. Our approach includes interactive property maps and specialized promotion to reach qualified buyers.
What special services do you offer?
We provide Land Consulting for tax optimization, Marketing & Sales services for property exposure, and specialized support for clients navigating life transitions like divorce or estate planning.