After all your hard work, you’re finally in a position to buy your dream home. By now, you may have already picked out the house you want, and you already love everything about it, from its style and design to its location. The question is, have you already thought about home insurance? If the idea […]
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5 Tips For Quickly Turning Your New House Into A Home
We all know the excitement leading up to moving into a new home – the thought of picking out new furniture, decorating, getting everything looking exactly as you like it. However, the first few nights can feel a little underwhelming, having had a very busy few weeks beforehand and then finding yourself sat amongst packed […]
First-time Homebuyer’s Guide: Preparing for Your First Mortgage
Taking out a home loan is a complicated process, and preparation is key. Knowing what to expect, and when to expect it could make the difference between a clear path to homeownership or getting caught up in the weeds. This guide will walk you through the whats, whens and whys of preparing for your first […]
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: June 2020
Housing Market Update Buyers are flooding the market due to record low interest rates causing real estate sales prices to reach record highs! Not only did prices increase last month, but home sales, contracts, and new listings rose in May 2020. Last month, 2,542 homes were sold, up 11.6% from April. 3,232 homes were added […]
Know What to Ask Your Mortgage Lender
This article was originally posted on better.com What You’ll Learn Asking questions will help you get what you need Knowing what to ask and how to ask it will help your lender help you Knowing what to expect from the answers helps, too No one is expected to know every angle of mortgage shopping their first, second, or […]
How to Find the Accessible Home of Your Dreams
As anyone who lives with a disability knows, the handicap-accessible housing market is a work in progress. According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, “fewer than 5 percent” of homes can accommodate “moderate mobility difficulties.” Although it can be difficult to find an accessible home, you have some options. Many people purchase […]
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: December 2019
Housing Market Update Tis the season of celebrations and new beginnings, and what a better way to ring in the New Year than in a new home! With continued rise in demand and with how quickly homes have sold, Columbus has remained in the list of top ten hottest real estate markets in America since March […]
Should you invest in Ohio real estate?
Are you considering investing in Ohio real estate? Well, you are certainly not the only one. Ohio has proved to be an attractive and lucrative choice for real estate investing. Its economy is strong, the cost of living is lower when compared to other USA states, it is diverse, and there are plenty of housing […]
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: November 2019
Housing Market Update The holidays are upon us, and a new a home for the new year would be a wonderful gift for the whole family! Favorable interest rates, new inventory, a rise in sales contracts and strong price growth contributed to keeping the housing market active last month according to the Columbus REALTORS® Multiple […]
Home Repairs and Maintenance: Advice for New Homeowners
When you buy your first home, there are many expenses you aren’t likely to consider, and home maintenance and repairs may be on this list. It is easy to get into your new house and assume that it’s in perfect condition. But, even new construction homes must be maintained. Failure to take preventative measures or letting small […]