Data privacy is a hot topic right now, and for good reason. People are rightly concerned about how their data is being used, especially by large companies like Facebook. As real estate professionals, it’s important to understand why data privacy matters. In this article, we’ll discuss the importance of data privacy and explore why it’s […]
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8 Charities That Offer Furniture Donation Pick Up for Free
Moving to a new home is a great time to declutter and get rid of household items you no longer need. Giving those things to charities that offer donation pick up helps further the life-cycle of your gently used belongings, enabling you to stay organized and give back. Paring down will also be a huge […]
Mineral Rights in Real Estate: What They Are and How They Work
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: January 2022
Housing Market Update Continued low inventory and fervent buyer demand led to record sales prices again in 2021! Pandemic-induced changes to housing needs and preferences is still highly impacting the Central Ohio real estate market. Such a disproportionate amount of homes on the market compared to the number of buyers led to another year of […]
Is Your Dublin Home Ready for Smart Upgrades?
As much as the real estate market has been thrown into chaos over these last couple of years, one thing has remained pretty consistent among homeowners and home buyers – they want smart homes. Having a smart home can have a lot of advantages – it increases convenience and comfort, it can save money on […]
Downsizing Tips for Seniors
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: December 2021
Housing Market Update Despite increased sales prices and low inventory, a new home sales record was set for the month of November! In Central Ohio, 33,548 homes sold from January 2021 – November 2021, which is a 9.3% increase from last year, and already beats total homes sold for the entire year of 2020. Just […]
5 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Winter
Winterizing your home may not be at the top of your priority list right now. We get that. We’d rather spend our time enjoying sipping cinnamon lattes than winterizing our homes. But here’s the truth: if you want to prepare your home for the winter weather, do it now. Our dwellings should change with the […]
Eco-friendly Design Tips for Your Ohio Home
By Alexia Jones (guest blogger) Want to save money, lower your carbon footprint, and improve your home’s resale value? Who doesn’t! Homeowners around the world are taking a closer look at eco-friendly design. While some updates and retrofits can be pricey, a majority of green home improvements are wallet-friendly. Here are a few simple ways […]
How to Keep Your Move As Green As Possible
You’ve finally decided on your next home, but the biggest hurdle remains – getting all your belongings from here to there. With the average American throwing away 4.6 pounds of trash per day, it’s important to reconsider buying a bunch of filling peanuts just because it’s the traditional way to pack. Instead, try to incorporate […]