The Fed Just Raised Rates. Central Ohio Didn’t Flinch. On September 16, the Federal Reserve did what almost nobody forecast a year ago: it raised rates, a quarter point, to 3.75%–4.00%. The vote was 12–0. Mortgage rates had already front-run the move, climbing to 6.95% — their highest reading in more than a year. Here’s […]
One of the questions I get all the time is: “Should I sell my house now, or should I wait?” After 40 years in real estate and thousands of transactions, I’ve learned that the answer usually has very little to do with trying to predict the real estate market. It has much more to do […]
By Kyle Alfriend | The Alfriend Group at RE/MAX | Central Ohio The Federal Reserve has a new sheriff. His name is Kevin Warsh, and after being confirmed 54-45 — the most divisive Fed vote in history — he walked into his first press conference June 18 and made one thing unmistakably clear: the days […]
Millennials are now the largest generation in the U.S., and for years, we’ve heard how they’re going to reshape the housing market. But the reality? They’re stuck at the gate. Yes, millennials still believe homeownership is core to the American Dream—74% say it’s a top life goal. But many are finding the door locked tight […]
Most people hear “tariffs” and think about international politics. But here’s the truth: tariffs are taxes, and those taxes are landing right here—in our backyards, in our homes, and in our wallets. Under Trump’s administration, the U.S. placed sweeping tariffs on key materials like steel, aluminum, and lumber—much of it imported from China. That decision, […]
Want Top Dollar for Your Home? Don’t Wing It. Selling your home isn’t a DIY project. It’s not the time for “good enough.” In real estate, perception is reality, and the reality is this: homes that wow buyers from the start sell faster and for more money. Period. And yet, sellers still make the same […]
Here are the top trending features buyer are seeking in the next home. How does your home stack up? A Basement Refinish As prices of homes continue to increase, buyers are looking for the best use of all spaces. Basements are being refinished to create home theaters, game rooms, and exercise room. The search term […]
