It is the unofficial end of summer. Who is buying homes after Labor Day? Do you have to drop the price of your home? The short answer is “it all depends”. There are absolutely fewer buyers after Labor Day, but there are also fewer sellers. As with all commerce, it depends on supply and demand. […]
Category Archives: 1st Time Home Buyer
Here’s Why You Should Totally Snoop When House Hunting!
This checklist gives you carte blanche (well, almost) when viewing potential homes. Ah, house hunting. It may technically be shopping, but it can feel more like breaking and entering. Even though you know the seller wants you there, does anyone really want you traipsing through their bedroom? Or looking through their closet? Or digging around […]
Distinguishing Your Wants vs. Needs when Buying a New Home
“But, I neeeeed it!” If you are a parent, you have probably heard this a thousand times while your child plead their case for a new outfit, video game, or even their favorite sweet treat. However, as rational adults/constant negotiators, we kindly remind them the difference between what they want and what they actually need. […]
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: August 2016
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: August 2016 For more information on Central Ohio real estate, be sure to visit our website, www.alfriendgroup.com! Central Ohio Housing Market Update At the end of July there were over 6,400 homes for sale in Central Ohio, 8% more than last month, but still 20% lower than last year. While more and more homes keep coming up for sale, the […]
Buying a Lifestyle Not Just a Place to Live
When looking for a place to call home, we don’t just want a roof over our head. We want a place that accommodates our needs, but also one that accentuates our day to day lives. What restaurants and shops are nearby, how close is our favorite workout facility, is there easy access to local parks […]
How to Build a New Home
Whether to buy an existing home or have one built is yet another decision to make during the home-buying process. If you decide to go with new construction, a real estate agent can be a powerful advocate in your corner as you negotiate upgrades, a move-in date and other terms with the home builder. Be […]
Creating Your Central Ohio Home Wish List
Before the home search begins, your real estate agent will want to know as much as possible about the features and amenities you desire. To help your agent better serve you, create your home wish list to determine what your Central Ohio dream home looks like! Features: Age: Do you prefer historic properties, or newer […]
The Dublin Difference
More and more of our buyers and tenants are new to the Dublin, Ohio area. Whether they are moving from a nearby community or relocating from another state, they are always happy to get a locals opinion on where to eat, grab a drink, or take the family for a daytime outing. As a longtime […]
How Much Can I Afford?
Your lender decides what you can borrow, but you decide what you can afford. No matter where you’re buying in Central Ohio, it’s important to determine your budget ahead of time. Lenders are careful, but they make qualification decisions based on averages and formulas. They won’t understand the nuances of your lifestyle and spending patterns […]
Reasons To Get Pre-Approved
Before you start your home search, you want to know how much you can afford, right? There are two ways to do this: with a mortgage pre-qualification and a mortgage pre-approval. As a home buyer, the pre-approval is more valuable to you during your home search. How Pre-Approval Helps You as a Home Buyer One of […]