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: Dublin
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 […]
Dublin Back to School Guide
Dublin City Schools is getting ready to start their 2016-2017 school year, so it’s time to scramble to get all the supplies and clothes your kids will need, and get their circadian rhythm back on track. Here is a quick resource guide providing back to school information for the various schools in Dublin, area stores […]
What is Lean Construction & Why You Should Care
by our Guest Blogger: Jessica Kane The reigning paradigm of construction says that there are inherent trade-offs between time, cost and quality for any project. The old saying goes: “You can have it quick, cheap or good. Pick any two.” In other words, unless a construction manager is a wizard, a change to one factor […]
Largest 3-Day Irish Festival in the World!
For the past 28 years, Coffman Park has been a place of celebration and education on all things Irish during the first weekend of August. With more than 100,000 guests expected to attend, and over 500 performers showcasing their cultural gifts, our local festival has become the largest three-day Irish Festival on the planet. There […]
Columbus Festivals and other Fun for the Weekend
Summer in Central Ohio is full of fun activities for families, friends, and spending time with that special someone. The areas around Columbus, Ohio offer a wide selection of musical performances, sporting events, foodie inspired festivals, and inspirational art exhibits of all kinds. Not sure what to do with the rest of your weekend? Here […]
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 […]
FIRST LOOK: Dublin’s proposed Riverside Park to offer ice skating, rock climbing, river access
By: Evan Weese, Staff reporterColumbus Business First Dublin is showing off a final draft of plans for a $44 million Riverside Park that would bring outdoor ice skating, rock climbing and kayak access points to the heart of the city. Stretching along both sides of the Scioto River, the park would anchor the suburb’s walkable Bridge […]