Selling your home in the current market is easy. Getting the highest and best price takes a little more effort. Here are six common mistakes to avoid. Mistake #1 – Selling Your Home Before It’s Physically Ready First impressions matter. Listing your home before it’s fully prepared is like launching a product with unresolved defects—it […]
As we step into September 2024, the Central Ohio real estate market is moving with a distinct rhythm. Change is the only constant reality of the housing market. And the key to thriving? Anticipating and adapting in the midst of these changes. Inventory and Demand Dynamics Central Ohio continues to see a limited inventory of […]
Unsolicited home buying offers typically come from investors and buyers who are actively seeking off-market real estate deals.
The #1 question I’m being asked lately: “What do you think of the upcoming NAR (National Association of Realtors) Settlement?” In one word? Fantastic. Now, I know that might shock a lot of my fellow realtors and brokers. They’re worried about disruption, potential income reduction, and the general upheaval this settlement might cause. But here’s […]
Outdoor amenities such as living spaces, kitchen areas, fire pits, and swim spas can add a lot of value to a home. Buyers want functionality and aesthetics. In addition to specifying bedrooms and bathrooms, many buyers note a desire for entertaining space and places to relax. Outdoor amenities can be the answer to both of […]
If you’re ready to dive into the real estate market but feel like your finances and credit score might hold you back, don’t worry. You’ve got options. Let’s break down four popular mortgage programs that can make your homeownership dreams a reality.
A Seasoned Investors Guide for Investing in Today’s Market Have you been eyeing the real estate market, waiting for the perfect moment to dive in? Well, let me tell you, there’s no time like the present. As someone with 35 years of experience navigating the twists and turns of real estate, I’ve seen markets evolve, […]
Stabilizing mortgage rates have been a key factor in Central Ohio continuing its consistent growth. The inventory numbers are improving, but high demand continues to outpace the supply. As a result, we hit a new high in the median sales price of $320,000. This surge represents a 6.1% growth, surpassing theprevious highest monthly median sales […]
Mortgage rates were back on the rise this week. For the average home buyer, the rate jump translates to an average monthly payment of $2,126, an increase of more than $280. With these rate increases, more and more buyers are looking into ARM’s (Adjustable-Rate Mortgages) to purchase their homes. Should You Consider an ARM? What […]
Franklin County is going through a Mass Reappraisal Process, required every 6 years. Are Real Estate taxes going up? What is the Mass Reappraisal Process? Ohio county auditors are required by state law to update property values every six years. Franklin County, among other counties, are currently going through their mass reappraisal, with new values […]
