Property tax bills are here. Many have questions, and some don’t like what they see. It’s important to understand why your property tax may have gone up, stayed the same, or gone down. While property values did rise to historic levels across the […]
Are you familiar with the concept of an escrow account? It’s one of those aspects of homeownership that may not immediately grab your attention until it becomes relevant. But fear not! We’re here to provide clarity on this essential element […]
Hey there, house hunters! If you’re diving into the real estate scene in Columbus, OH, and its surrounding suburbs, you’re in for a wild ride. Buckle up because you’re about to navigate through one heck of a seller’s market! But […]
Q: What kind of down payment assistance programs are available to first-time homebuyers? Who doesn’t love free money—especially when it can help you to afford your first home? Saving up for a down payment on your first home isn’t fun. […]
Selling your house and buying another home at the same time is the ultimate feat in multitasking, and it comes with a tricky timing challenge. If you have a mortgage on your current home and you buy a house before […]
If you dread opening up your electric bill these days, you’re not alone. Between inflation, bitterly cold weather, the war in Ukraine, and other factors, energy prices are surging — and homeowners and renters are starting to feel it in their wallets. Most, […]
You want to put your best foot forward when you’re getting ready to list your house. A fresh coat of paint, shiny new appliances, spa-like bathrooms — the list of home staging renovations goes on and on. It’s tempting to want to […]
A little optimism can help propel you when things get difficult in the homebuying market. But if you’re feeling too good about your chances of buying this year — good in ways simply not justified given the current economic conditions […]
As a general rule, I tend to worry way too much about seemingly small things—and buying my first house was no different. As my closing date drew near, the title company began sending me instructions about how to wire over my down […]