Central Ohio Housing Market Update In 2015, Central Ohio experienced some of the greatest real estate growth we have experienced in a long-time. A record-setting 29,408 homes were sold last year, exceeding the previous record from the housing boom of 2005! That being said, inventory is still down. In fact, there are just over […]
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Why Your Kids [and you] Should Be Buying Investment Properties
Below is a great article from Brandon Turner, a contributor to Entrepreneur Magazine. It lays out in easy to understand terms why investing in real estate is so important for all investors – especially young investors who can build up a huge portfolio of properties over time. Enjoy . . . and share it with […]
Real Estate Update: November 2015
Central Ohio Housing Market Update Although inventory remains low, nearly 3,000 new homes were added to the market this October, 7% more than this time last year. Despite the low inventory, homes are continuing to sell. Last month, 2,348 homes sold, making October 2015 the 2nd most productive October in Central Ohio history. Due to […]
Multi-Family Real Estate Forecast: 2014-2020
By Bill Conerly (Forbes Contributor) Multi-family housing construction is doing surprisingly well recently. Over the long run, housing units in buildings with five or more housing units comprise about 25 percent of all housing units constructed. So far in 2014, the figure is 35 percent. Why is multi-family so popular now? Before reaching for a […]
Things to Know Before Buying a Historic Home
The charm of history beckons you from that historic home of your dreams. Intricate trimmings, charming architectural detail, and a story behind the whole thing all make a historic home an alluring package deal for buyers. Before you buy, take a second to think it over. Are there perks to purchasing these prized homes? What […]
Improving Your Odds in a Bidding War
The market is heating up. The best homes, at the best buys, often receive multiple offers. Here are six tips to improve your chances of winning these sought after homes. 1. Learn the Sellers Priorities: Often, the sellers have priorities greater that just cash. Allowing the seller to select the closing date, or even allowing […]