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Pickerington OH October 2011 House Market report – Not good news

Sales activity for October 2011 for Pickerington OH Homes for sale was released, and the news is not optimistic for Pickerington home sellers.  Sales activity is down from last year in nearly every category, and is nearly at the bottom for the entire year. This chart shows a history of sales prices from 1/2008 to…

It’s not just about the house, its about the community.

Image Credit Since a significant part of my clientele are families and individuals relocating to Columbus OH and all over Central OH, I have many discussions with my clients about specific towns and neighborhoods.   I did a previous post about shopping for homes in Central Ohio from a distance, using the online tools that…

A thank you to our Central Ohio Veterans (and all who serve and have served)

It has been my privilege over the past couple of years to represent many veterans and active duty service men and women here in Columbus OH and Central Ohio, through the USAA Movers Advantage Program.  Spending time with these good folks, learning their stories, hearing of the sacrifices that the spouses and families have made with…

A house in Columbus, OH for less than the cost of carpet!

I regularly do Broker Price Opnions (BPOs), which are a kind of mini-appraisal that lenders order often, to get a street level opinion on a property’s value, without ordering a full-blown appraisal.  BPO’s can be a source of supplemental income, and they help us agents stay in tune with where property values are in a…

How to search for Central Ohio homes from 1000 miles away

As a relocation specialist, I am always up to the task of previewing homes for my out-of-town clients.  But usually they come to town at some point to see homes in person, and make a decision.  Imagine my surprise when a new client last fall informed me that he would NOT be coming to Columbus, OH…

2011 Columbus and Central Ohio Parade of Homes – Olentangy Falls Subdivison

The 2011 Central Ohio BIA Parade of Homes kicks off this week north of Columbus, in the Olentangy School district in southern Delaware County.  A kick-off event happens tonight, Friday, June 10 with a $75 per ticket preview party, with proceeds benefiting the Nationwide Childrens Hospital Foundation. The Parade is located this year in the…

Central Ohio Listing Agents: Know Your Market Area

As a relocation specialist, I work with relocation buyers all over our metro area, and even into the surrounding counties.  I am currently working with a buyer that is looking in Reynoldsburg, the city (an easterly suburb of Columbus) in which I have lived for nearly 20 years.  I keep up on general market activity…

Government plan to protect wall street investors…and cripple the real estate market

Shotgun Plan for Lending Industry Woes Disincentive to Home Ownership New government safeguards may protect investors—but at what cost to you? Proposed regulations would cripple your ability to buy and sell a home and cause property values to plunge. Read Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Copyright 2011 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Air Conditioner Facts: Know when to replace

Air Conditioning Equipment: Repair or Replace? If you’re deciding whether to repair or replace central air conditioning equipment, assess the quality of your house’s ductwork and insulation first. Read Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Copyright 2011 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Be a good neighbor: know the rules of property lines

Fence Etiquette: Tips to Avoid Neighbor Disputes If you practice fence etiquette and bone up on local zoning regs, you can avoid neighbor disputes. Read Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Copyright 2011 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®