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 […]
Category Archives: Home Remodeling
The Possible Consequences of Not Having Home Insurance
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 […]
How Much Value Can a Bathroom Remodel Add to a Home?
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 […]
Top Updates To Get Your Home Ready For Spring
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 […]
Best Cities in Ohio for Young Homeowners
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 […]
Kyle Alfriend’s Expert Opinion on a Potential Upcoming Recession
A survey of about 5000 U.S. real estate agents has been conducted recently by Real Estate Bees. In this survey, they wanted to find out if realtors believe in a looming economic recession and how those who do are preparing for it. Real Estate Bees published the results of their survey as an extensive article. […]
Reasons You Should Never Buy or Sell a Home Without an Agent
A home sale or purchase is a big deal on both sides. However, a buyer and a seller have totally different goals and various ways to reach them. Agents are there to help them get the best possible deals regardless of which side they represent. Taking them out of the equation means creating chaos that […]
25 Simple Ways To Reduce Waste At Home
LAUREN NOWACKI9-MINUTE READ On April 22, 1970, America celebrated its first Earth Day. It helped create more public awareness of the issues facing our planet. While we have made great strides in combating some of these issues in the last 50 years, there is still much to be done. One area that needs work is […]
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: December 2020
Housing Market Update Despite a pandemic and all the resulting challenges faced in 2020, the Central Ohio housing market remained strong! Central Ohio home sales prices are at record highs and homes are selling in record time, whereas inventory is at a record low according to the Columbus REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service. Over 2,900 homes […]
A Stress Free Move from Start to Finish
Moving can be an exciting time as well as a stressful time. Whether you’re moving down the street or across the country, we have some tips that can help alleviate some those anxieties that you may be feeling because moving is a time-consuming ordeal that can take a toll on even the best planners. Fortunately, […]