Housing Market Update Rising interest rates and inflation are beginning to take their toll on the local real estate market! Last month, homes sales dropped 9.7% while pending sales were down 14% suggesting July sales will also be down from last year. “Higher interest rates and inflation along with escalating home prices are all working […]
Housing Market Update Despite an increase in interest rates, home sales hit a record high in May! In 2021 the average sales price in May was $315,127 while, last month, the average sales price reached $353,116, a 12.1% increase. Furthermore, fewer homes in Central Ohio required a change in the list price compared to last year. […]
Moving houses can be a stressful event, especially if you’re doing it for the first time. Thankfully, we live in times where everyone can share their experience so you can learn from other people’s mistakes and make the right decisions. When it comes to relocating, preparation is key. Starting early and working with a checklist, […]
You’re about to get the keys to a home you can see yourself living in for years to come. But some problems have cropped up that are making you nervous about closing on the house. Here are a few issues that are present in lots of homes for sale and how you can fix them […]
A crack in your pool is a serious problem that needs to be fixed immediately. Luckily, fixing small cracks is a lot easier than you might think, and most people can also repair larger cracks without professional help, although the process is somewhat more involved. If you don’t currently have a crack in your pool […]
Housing Market Update The increase in sale prices combined with the increase interest rates is already impacting overall home sales in Central Ohio! Over the last couple of years, nine out of ten homes listed were sold. 91.3% of homes listed were sold in 2021, and the average was 92.8% in 2020; however, for the […]
Are you ready to shake the pandemic dust off your home and give it a major makeover? You’re not alone! After all, we’ve all been spending more time than ever before in our humble abodes. So it makes sense that we’re also all craving some change and excitement, or maybe just some comfort and convenience. […]
Housing Market Update Central Ohio continues to be in the midst of one of the most competitive housing markets in history! The escalating intensity of bidding wars has led to more and more cash buyers entering the market. Already in these first couple of months of 2022, the share of cash buyers jumped from 21% […]
A few things in life aren’t expensive and can make you happy. Minimalism is putting an end to greedy cravings and giving up material belongings. Every day, we see advertisements that encourage us to get items that provide us delight. So, what is the danger of consumerism? What we buy will only add to the […]
Some people see their home as nothing more than a roof over their head. But your home plays a far more critical role than just a place of shelter and warmth. It represents an essential part of your life and well-being. Here are some simple modifications you can carry out in your own home to […]
