I am often asked about our company slogan at The Alfriend Real Estate Group /ReMax. Here is the story behind the slogan, “Saving Lives, One Home at a Time.” In 2004, at the age of forty-four, I decided to retire. My twenty years in real estate had gone well, and provided the financial opportunities to […]
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Spring Home Maintenance Tips
Inspect the Roofing – Check your roofing for loose and missing shingles, worn and rusted flashing, and cracked boots around vent pipes. Clean Gutters – Remove leaves, pine needles, and other debris that have accumulated over the winter. Overflowing gutters and blocked downspouts can damage siding and foundations. Prep the Yard – Bag up […]
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: February 2017
For more information on Central Ohio real estate, be sure to visit our website, www.alfriendgroup.com! Central Ohio Housing Market Update – So far, 2017 is looking a lot like 2016. Despite 2,170 homes being added to the market (just 2% less than last year), inventory remains at an all-time low. We’re seeing a mass influx of newcomers to Central Ohio, and the supply simply […]
How to Evaluate the When and Where of Buying Investment Properties
Rental properties continue to be one of the best investment opportunities available. According to Forbes, eighty-nine percent of investors have at least part of their portfolio in real estate. I have owned, and continue to buy, many homes in central Ohio. I have used the money to fund my children’s education, as well as other […]
Benefits of Listing Your Home This Winter
Winter is absolutely a great time to sell your home! Winter buyers are very motivated, and the inventory is incredibly low. Most buyers prefer to buy and move in the spring or summer. Therefore, most winter buyers are in the market due to an unplanned event. Typically winter buyers are driven by a job relocation […]
Holiday Fun In and Around Columbus
A Christmas Carol Columbus Civic Center 3837 Indianola Ave 12/10 – 12/18 $17.50 -$20.00/ticket 614-447-7529 A Christmas Carol at the Civic Center blends traditional and theatrical elements for an 85-minute ride through one Christmas Eve, when […]
5 DIY Tips for Refrigerator Organization
One of the most effective ways to keep grocery costs down is by maintaining an organized refrigerator. Arranging the refrigerator will prevent spoiled food, forgotten leftovers, and extra trips to the grocery store. Use these 5 DIY tips provided by https://www.abodo.com/columbus-oh to organize your refrigerator and leave your kitchen looking healthier. 1. Prepare Shelf Space […]
Trick-or-Treat Times for Franklin, Delaware, and Union Counties
Trick-or-Treat Day & Times for Franklin, Delaware, & Union Counties The majority of central Ohio communities have scheduled trick-or-treating for Monday, October 31st. Here are the hours: Franklin County Bexley 5:30-7 p.m. Blendon Township, 6-8 p.m. Brown Township 6-8 p.m. Canal Winchester 5:30-7:30 p.m. Clinton Township 6-8 p.m. Columbus 6-8 p.m. Dublin 6-8 p.m. […]
Flip or Rent – What is the Best Way to Invest in Real Estate?
When trying to determine what route you should go when entering the world of real estate investing, you first need to understand your goals. Are you trying to build your “nest egg”, so you can retire earlier and with more passive income? Or are you looking to quit your current job, and take on a […]
Fall Home Maintenance Tips
Autumn is the best time of year to inspect your home for any potential problems the inclement winter weather could bring. You don’t want to get stuck dealing with maintenance issues with snow, ice, and freezing temperatures getting in the way. So, here is a list of things you can do now, to prevent a […]