Along with businesses that are preparing to re-open, it seems everyone is looking forward to a breath of fresh air this spring. The task of spring cleaning suddenly seems, dare we say, exciting! More than just cleaning our homes, a cleanup of our lives feels in order; an urge to air out not just stuffiness […]
Housing Market Update Spring is here, and although more homes are on the market, demand still far exceeds supply, continuing to drive prices up and days on market down! We are starting to see more homes hit the market now that warmer temperatures are upon us, but last month there were 17% fewer listings than […]
Unlike car insurance, homeowners insurance is not a requirement for people who own a house. Sure, mortgage lenders typically compel borrowers to insure their homes, but if you acquired your house with cash or any other means, you are under no obligation to purchase home insurance. However, not having homeowners insurance could bring on more […]
Buying a newly built home has many advantages. For starters, no one has lived there before you, and everything is new and in pristine condition. You definitely won’t need to worry about renovating for a while. However, buying a house is always fraught with uncertainties. Even when purchasing a new home, you may be feeling […]
The bathroom is one of the most popular places for a homeowner to remodel. Not only does a new bathroom add enjoyment, but it also increases property value—but do you know by how much? Before you decide to invest in a costly transformation, you may wonder what exactly you have to gain. With that in […]
Housing Market Update With continued low inventory and interest rates, home sellers are benefiting from record sales prices and minimum days on market! In January, 1,026 homes sold, up 10.4% from last year; and, sales are expected to increase as we move into the spring months. The number of new listings was up 19.8% from […]
Although the pandemic cooled the housing market for several months, it has bounced back in surprising ways. Buyers are more interested than ever in getting into a great home, and the low interest rates make it even easier for them to do so. Although inventory is low, there is still a lot of potential for […]
Spring is on the horizon, and it’s a good idea to start fixing up your place soon rather than later so you’re prepared for the warmer months ahead. DIY home projects often take longer than we anticipate, so having everything done ahead of time can help keep stress at bay. There are many ways you […]
Purchasing a home is an exciting time but don’t let yourself get carried away with all the excitement. Keep a level head so you choose the right home without jeopardizing your financial security. Here are a couple of tips that might help. Try to pay off debt quickly Homes are an expensive investment. In fact, […]
The Buckeye State is among the national leaders in many areas. College football comes to mind first, naturally. And it’s a fun fact to know that as many as eight U.S. presidents lived in Ohio when they were elected. Sports and politics aside, it is also among the most attractive states for young people to […]
