Under Ohio state law and Department of Taxation rules, real estate property is reappraised every six years. The county updates property values in the third year following each reappraisal. For many Franklin County residents, this reappraisal just happened. If you recently received a letter from the Franklin County Auditor, then your home value (and your […]
According to the National Association of Realtors’ 2016 study of generational housing trends, millennials (those born between 1980 and 2000) make up the largest segment of the buyer market (35%). So, making your home more “millennial friendly” is an important part of any marketing plan when deciding to sell your home. Here are some “must […]
Central Ohio Housing Market Update “These are the highest home prices on record,” said 2017 Columbus REALTORS® President Mic Gordon. “Central Ohio is experiencing one of the hottest housing markets we’ve ever seen!” In fact, the average Central Ohio home sold for $226k last month, a 5% increase over last year. That’s a nice statistic, […]
Central Ohio Housing Market Update May 2017 was an exciting month in the Central Ohio real estate community. A number of new records were set, including highest average sale price ($227,783), lowest average days on market (33), and most consecutive year over year decreases in the number of homes for sale (76). Those are some […]
Purchasing a home can create many emotions and feelings. One of the best ways to ensure buying a home does not become overwhelming, is to become well educated and properly prepared for the process. Here are our most frequently asked questions from buyers. Should I talk with a bank before looking at homes? YES! There […]
Most people go through the process of selling their home only a few times in a life time. With constantly shifting markets, along with the ever changing rules and regulations, the industry fluctuates on a daily basis. Here are the most frequently asked questions from our sellers. When is the best time to sell my […]
Central Ohio Housing Market Stats April 2017 was a unique month for Central Ohio Real Estate. The graphs above paint a very clear picture of what the market looks like right now, and it’s blatantly obvious that there simply aren’t enough homes for sale. In fact, there were approximately 4,300 homes on the market last month, […]
You need to ask questions, look under the hood and take it for a spin. Turn on all the faucets. Flush the toilet. Blast the heat and see what happens. 1. Know the big ticket items. It is easy to get caught up in the look and feel of the cosmetic features of a home. […]
Central Ohio Real Estate Update: March 2017 For more information on Central Ohio real estate, be sure to visit our website, www.alfriendgroup.com! Central Ohio Housing Market Update – Warm weather and the start of Spring typically mark the beginning of real estate season. As people emerge from their winter hibernation, homes will inevitably sell faster and open houses will become much busier. But is this year going […]
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 […]
