Selling your home in the fall requires a different strategy than the other seasons of the year. There are some different considerations to take into account, in terms of home preparation and curb appeal. These tips will help you sell your home in the Fall. Curb appeal should not be neglected during any season. It […]
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CLASSIC HOMEOWNER REMODELING MISTAKES
Remodeling your home is an important step to maintain your comfort, enjoyment, and investment value. However, you must be smart in your remodeling decisions. There will come a time when your home may not suit you any longer, and you need to decide whether to remodel or move. Here are some of the classic remodeling […]
Facts about Owning a Home – First Time Buyers
Owning your own home is very exciting; however, there is more involved than just paying a mortgage. This blog post is to inform first time home buyers of some important areas to protect their investment. UPDATING YOUR HOME Updates fall into three general areas: Cosmetic updates to personalize your home, such as: paint, window treatments, […]
Could the Equifax Hack prevent you from Buying a New Home?
Equifax is one of the three major credit bureaus in the Unites States. The customer data of 143 million people was compromised (this is about 50% of the entire US population). Information such as: social security numbers, home addresses, credit card numbers, driver’s license numbers, and birthdays have been available to hackers from mid-May through […]
Answering Your Reappraisal Questions
Under Ohio state law and Department of Taxation rules, real estate property is reappraised every six years. The county updates property values in the third year following each reappraisal. For many Franklin County residents, this reappraisal just happened. If you recently received a letter from the Franklin County Auditor, then your home value (and your […]
Fall Fun in Dublin
There are so many enjoyable seasonal activities going on in Dublin this year. Here is a list of just a few of the fun family events you don’t want to miss this Fall! Cartoon Weekend Where: The Columbus Zoo & Aquarium When: 9/16/2017 – 9/17/2017 Time: 9am – 5pm The Zoo will be celebrating […]
Why Buy a Home
Many young people get nervous about purchasing their first home. This is very normal. However the more you know about buying a home, the easier the process appears. Here are some good reasons why you should buy a home. Pride of Ownership Pride of ownership is the number one reason people begin thinking of buying […]
Real Estate Investing: Strategies for Making Money
There are several different strategies in real estate investing. The best one to use actually depends on your resources, and what you are looking to accomplish. Buy & Hold – This is very simple. You purchase a property, and rent it out. You can buy single family or multi-family homes. They can be long-term rentals, […]
Negotiating Against Multiple Competitive Bids
In the current market, buyers are often competing against multiple bids. In these cases, it is important to remember that price is not the only factor in determining the best offer. I have often successfully negotiated to get my buyer’s contract accepted, even when we were not the highest bid. The key is to understand […]
BIA Parade of Homes 2017
Old meets New in the Nine Stunning Homes featured in the new Parade of Homes Community at Cheshire Woods. Farmhouse Chic elevations and Reclaimed Wood Accents with Contemporary, Open Floor Plans and SmartHome Technology! Where: Cheshire Woods (off Cheshire Rd. in Galena, Ohio—Just 10 min. North of the Polaris/I-71 interchange) When: Saturday 9/2 through […]