Not only are drafty windows inconvenient, but they can have a big impact on your heating bills during the winter. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that heat loss through windows is responsible for 25 to 30 percent of residential heating […]

Can my dog eat pumpkin pie? Can my cat eat turkey? Thanksgiving is here, which means delicious treats, a few days off work and cozy food coma time with family and friends. But for pet owners, it also means many health questions regarding what food […]

In a perfect world, every room in your house would be bathed in warm, natural light. However, oftentimes this isn’t the case. Rooms that don’t get a lot of natural light are often referred to as low-light spaces, but they’re not doomed […]

Buying real estate is risky. Building real estate, on the other hand, can be even riskier, especially when you’re creating what you believe to be someone else’s idea of a dream home. This is exactly what spec house builders are in the […]

Learn strategies for saving a down payment, applying for a mortgage, shopping for a house and more. Like any big project, a successful homebuying experience is all about getting the details right from start to finish. These tips for first-time […]

Looking for the perfect pumpkin patch near you to visit this weekend in Ohio? We’ve got you covered with the best pumpkin patches in Ohio! Fall brings along so many fun activities! Apple picking, bonfires, beautiful fall colored trees and […]

New listing data has fallen for 7 straight weeks. On Tuesday, the S&P CoreLogic Case Shiller Index reported that national home prices grew 18% year over year. While the growth rate is cooling monthly, we are still in a savagely […]

There’s a meme going around that says something like, “I unsubscribed from Netflix and have been packing my own lunch; should be able to afford a house any day now!” This is exactly the type of zinger that resonates with […]

Eating in Columbus is like experiencing a microcosm of the U.S., a mid-size land of milk, honey, and Buckeyes. The city is home to immigrant traditions and rich culinary history, from the fine dining legend holding court among the cobblestone […]

Mortgage rates are much higher today than they were at the beginning of the year, and that’s had a clear impact on the housing market. As a result, the market is seeing a shift back toward the range of pre-pandemic levels […]

While the Federal Reserve is working hard to bring down inflation, the latest data shows the inflation rate is still going up. You no doubt are feeling the pinch on your wallet at the gas pump or the grocery store, […]

While most tourists stop at the German Village, Columbus Museum of Art, Huntington Park, and the Columbus Metropolitan Library, there’s much more to this city in Ohio than just tried-and-true, popular attractions. There are also unique eateries, eclectic museums, and […]

It’s easy to get carried away when designing the backyard of your dreams. A pool? Yes! Sunroom? Of course! A new fence? Why not?? But the truth is that not all of these backyard features will be a selling point […]

Traveling to Ohio early this July? There are plenty of great places to stop and visit over the holidays. Whether you’re looking for a fun vacation rental out on the lake or at the beach, or want to explore some local towns […]

Between April 1 and September 1, 80 percent of Americans move into a new space—from recent grads swapping dorms for their first apartment to those looking to make the most of the reliable weather. If you’ve previously had to grapple with fitting all of […]

April marks sixth consecutive month of declines for contract signings. Pending home sales continued spiraling downward in April, a 3.9% decrease from a month prior, resulting in an index reading of 99.3, according to data released Thursday by the National […]

Rising interest rates are making adjustable-rate mortgages an increasingly attractive alternative to common 30-year, fixed-rate home loans. ARMs made up 13% of all home loans by dollar volume in March, their highest share since January 2020, according to CoreLogic. The […]

Searching for a home can be frustrating, especially during periods of low inventory when it feels like every house you look at goes from “listed” to “under contract” in less than 24 hours. However, for those on the other side of the […]

Whether because they could finally work from anywhere, realized they needed more space, or simply decided to move closer to family, many people uprooted themselves this past year. So if you have new neighbors moving in, why not welcome them […]