Housing Market Update Rising interest rates and inflation are beginning to take their toll on the local real estate market! Last month, homes sales dropped 9.7% while pending sales were down 14% suggesting July sales will also be down from last year. “Higher interest rates and inflation along with escalating home prices are all working […]
Category Archives: 1st Time Home Buyer
How to Succeed With a Rental Property in Dublin, Ohio
It takes a lot to appeal to renters in the competitive housing market in Columbus, OH, and things are especially demanding in Dublin and the surrounding townships. If you want your place to stand out and draw potential renters, you need the best curb appeal, a good business structure, and high-quality images and promotional materials. […]
Open House Etiquette Tips for Ohio Buyers
As the housing market in Ohio continues to hit its all-time highs, every stage in the process of home buying becomes even more essential. As a buyer, one of the breaking points of your journey is the moment when you start visiting houses you consider buying. We have some advice for you on the open […]
10 Things to Do After Moving: Your Move-In Checklist
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: May 2022
Housing Market Update Despite an increase in interest rates, home sales hit a record high in May! In 2021 the average sales price in May was $315,127 while, last month, the average sales price reached $353,116, a 12.1% increase. Furthermore, fewer homes in Central Ohio required a change in the list price compared to last year. […]
How to Find a Family-Friendly Neighborhood
Finding a perfect home for you and your family sounds like a pretty big challenge. You will have to think about multiple things at once, like providing a safe and interesting environment for everyone. Ohio is the state that is good for raising a family in general, but you will need to narrow down your […]
Complete Moving Home Checklist and Timeline
Moving houses can be a stressful event, especially if you’re doing it for the first time. Thankfully, we live in times where everyone can share their experience so you can learn from other people’s mistakes and make the right decisions. When it comes to relocating, preparation is key. Starting early and working with a checklist, […]
Solutions to Common Issues Found During Home Inspections
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: April 2022
Housing Market Update Continued low inventory combined with rising interest rates is taking its toll on the local housing market! In 2021 buyers purchased 83.2% of available homes. So far in 2022, inventory is 11.6% higher than last spring because buyers are now only purchasing 80% of the homes available. Interest rates on a 30-year fixed rate have […]