by Susanne Novak | Jul 14, 2012 | Market Updates
Did you ever wonder why some listings go into contract in the first week, while others sit on the market for half a year? It’s not pure luck – homes don’t sell by accident. Instead, it is the result of a smart marketing strategy devised by an...
by Susanne Novak | Jun 16, 2012 | Neighborhoods
When we first got this listing, I could not believe my eyes! Why would anyone in their right mind pay $721 per month for condo fees? Could the historic condo’s location be to blame? Or possibly the people who lived in it previously? I had no choice but...
by Susanne Novak | May 28, 2012 | Buyer Tips
Do you still believe that we are stuck in a never-ending housing bust? With the sellers market where it is home prices will continue to drop and the foreclosure crisis will drag down the American economy? Did you think I was nuts when I predicted a new seller’s...
by Susanne Novak | May 7, 2012 | Community
Spring is the season of Home Tours. Today, I want to take a look at six of the most interesting and diverse tours in Columbus. Home tours allow you to peek into new or remodeled homes. It’s a chance to gather ideas for upgrading your own home, and possibly...
by Susanne Novak | Apr 29, 2012 | Market Updates
The repair escrow is probably one of the most confusing topics for home buyers. People ask me all the time, if they can get a repair escrow, if it is a gift from HUD or why they did not get the money when they offered all cash. Let me try to de-mystify the repair...