How to Boost Your House’s Curb Appeal in the Fall
The summer real estate boom may be slowing down, but it can still be a great time to get your house ready for the market. Fall is a fantastic season to show off your home’s character. Here are a few…
The Housing Market in Columbus – Going into Fall 2021
A few key factors have intensified the housing market in Columbus in 2021. The COVID-19 pandemic and guidelines to stay home have led to residents looking for homes that could accommodate their new work-from-home lifestyles. A decrease in sale inventory…
What You Need to Know about the USDA Loan in Columbus
Are you interested in moving to a rural or less populated area? The U.S. Department of Agriculture offers a loan specifically made for homebuyers who want to purchase in these areas and meet certain other criteria. Read on to find…
Help–My Landlord is Selling My Columbus Home!
Is your Landlord selling your Columbus home? In a seller’s real estate market, many tenants are finding themselves on the hunt for a new place to live once their landlord decides to put their house on the market. While some…
What Is an Annual Escrow Statement and Why Should I Look at Mine?
Congratulations on owning your Columbus home for a full year! It’s such an exciting milestone and chances are that you have learned the ins and outs of your new home, from the squeaky stair to that one uneven floorboard. Now…
Your Dream of a Homesteading Retirement Business is Possible
Do you dream of a retirement involving a large, productive garden and some chickens pecking around the yard? That dream can become a reality, even if your current home and land arrangement isn’t equipped for such things. If your version…
Holiday Lights through the Years
One of the most festive aspects of the holiday season happens to be perfect for social distancing: enjoying holiday light displays throughout your neighborhood and community. Here are a few fun statistics on holiday light displays through the years. The…
The Impact of the Fed Rate on Your Mortgage
You may have heard blips on the news about the federal interest rate. It can go up, down, or stay flat. While the immediate impact of these changes are not of interest to most consumers, the fed rate can have…
Haunting Your House for Halloween
The spookiest time of year is a great opportunity to show your spirit with your home décor. Here are a few frightfully fun ways to haunt your home inside and out this Halloween. Cobwebs: Welcome real or fake eight-legged friends…
How to Pay Down Your Mortgage during Tax Season
If you are a homeowner in the United States, you likely have a mortgage, a loan taken out to pay for your home. The terms of these loans vary but most follow a 30-year payoff plan, with interest being paid…
