We all have that one neighbor, or more of them, who keeps doing something annoying that simply goes under our skin. If you live in a secluded place, well, your problem is pretty much solved, as you can go home, close the door, and forget about everything. But what about us, who live in a […]
Category Archives: Central Ohio Real Estate
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: August 2019
Housing Market Update Summer break may be over, but the Central Ohio real estate market is still in full swing! Homes are still being listed, and buyers are still scheduling showings and attending open houses. Also, new condo guidelines released last week may open up more possibilities for first-time home buyers. There were 3,334 central Ohio homes […]
Home Upgrades To Consider After Buying A New Home
Purchasing a new home usually comes with a wide range of upgrade options. It would be best if you maximize functionality before you can actually move and live in your new dwelling place. Like any homeowner, you want your new house to be functional after buying it. From the time you sign the contract of […]
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 […]
5 Ways to Prep Your Kitchen Before Listing Your Home
For buyers, the kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the house. Its attractiveness (or lack thereof) can be the tipping point on whether your home sells or not. Because of this, it is nearly always worth it for homeowners to renovate their kitchens, as the return on their investment often far outweighs […]
The Importance of Curb Appeal when Selling a Property
The first thing that people learn, once they attempt to sell their home, is that it is very hard to get the price you hoped for. People seem to forget that the longer you live in your home the lower its value is. So, in order to increase the value of your home, you will […]
5 Major Home Staging Mistakes You Are Making
Home staging might seem pretty straightforward to anyone who kicks back with HGTV on weeknights. You just bring in nice furniture, throw out any junk, and pack the home full of plants in pretty planters, right? Not exactly. In reality, home staging is a complex art that can make or break a home sale. If […]
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: July 2019
Housing Market Update The weather is hot here in Central Ohio, but the real estate market is even hotter! Homes in central Ohio continue to sell very quickly. In June, the days on market dropped to 23, with the more affordable homes selling in an average of 18 days. Last month, it took an average of […]
How to Move Forward with Fix-and-Flip Projects When Cash is Low
Fixing and flipping houses can be a lucrative and even fun thing to do, especially if you’re passionate about home improvement or enjoy working on extra projects. However, flipping homes isn’t just a hobby—it’s also a business. In order to conduct your business, you need access to supplies and capital for improvements. If you’re low […]
Ways to save money for a down payment on a home
Buying a house is never cheap. This is the first thing you learn once you start investing in real-estate. An average house in the US costs $188,900. And, when you factor in all the paperwork, and additional payments, it will round up to about $200,000. Not to mention the fact that you will have to […]