Buying a new home is a long and stressful experience, but when all is said and done, moving into a new space is well worth the effort. The Alfriend Group knows all too well that moving into a new home is always an occasion worth celebrating! And what’s a celebration without a few presents? Whether […]
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Central Ohio Real Estate Update: November 2020 🏡
Housing Market Update The Central Ohio real estate market experienced another significant increase in home sales last month, despite declining inventory! 3,234 homes and condos sold last month, which is a 19% increase from this time last year; and, year-to-date sales are almost 3% higher than last years. However, inventory is less than half of what […]
Smart Ways to Save on Home Insurance
If you are like most people, you consider homeowners insurance a necessary expense you need to put up with, regardless if you’ll use it or not. However, have you stopped to think if you are paying too much for your home insurance? An insurance specialist would likely tell you not all homeowners insurance policies have […]
Tips for Buying a Home While in the Military
Anyone who has served or still serves in the military knows that life does not wait. Owning a piece of property like a house is everyone’s goal. However, you might think that buying a home while in the military comes with many difficulties, especially if you are deployed abroad. Well, even though it is challenging, […]
10 Critical Questions You Need To Ask About Homeowners Insurance
After all your hard work, you’re finally in a position to buy your dream home. By now, you may have already picked out the house you want, and you already love everything about it, from its style and design to its location. The question is, have you already thought about home insurance? If the idea […]
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: August 2020
Housing Market Update After an abnormal market for the past few months, due to the COVID-19 shut down, there was quite a spike in home sales this August! In July, 3,536 homes sold, which is 12.2% more than in June, and a 6.1% increase from the same time last year. 4,100 homes went into contract […]
6 Simple DIY Home Projects Anyone Can Do During Lockdown
Even with some lockdown restrictions lifting, we’re probably all going to be staying at home more often. If you have run out of shows to stream and books to read, you may be feeling a little antsy right now. Instead of letting those feelings of boredom bloom into anxiety, consider taking on one of these […]
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: July 2020
Housing Market Update Homes are selling fast and for record prices making it an advantageous time to list your home! 322 more homes and condos were listed last month compared to May which led to an increase in foot traffic from Central Ohio home buyers. “Both buyers and sellers took a step back during the […]
First-time Homebuyer’s Guide: Preparing for Your First Mortgage
Taking out a home loan is a complicated process, and preparation is key. Knowing what to expect, and when to expect it could make the difference between a clear path to homeownership or getting caught up in the weeds. This guide will walk you through the whats, whens and whys of preparing for your first […]
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: June 2020
Housing Market Update Buyers are flooding the market due to record low interest rates causing real estate sales prices to reach record highs! Not only did prices increase last month, but home sales, contracts, and new listings rose in May 2020. Last month, 2,542 homes were sold, up 11.6% from April. 3,232 homes were added […]