by Susanne Novak | Apr 8, 2019 | Buyer Tips
If you are holding off buying a home because you don’t have much of a down payment you need to continue reading. There are numerous loan programs that don’t require any down payment at all. Then there are specialty loans to help you with construction and...
by Susanne Novak | Apr 1, 2019 | Buyer Tips
Last week the average interest rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage dropped to 4.06%. A year ago, it was around 4.40%. According to CNBC this is the largest decline in 10 years. The drop-in interest rates was somewhat surprising. Most experts have predicted rates above...
by Susanne Novak | Feb 4, 2019 | Buyer Tips
A few weeks ago, I read an article in Business First stating that Columbus “is not even coming close” to meeting housing needs. They are quoting a report commissioned by the Building Industry Association (BIA) which shows how new construction lacks far...
by Susanne Novak | Dec 10, 2018 | Buyer Tips
New construction is booming in Central Ohio. Home builders had an excellent year, but sales traditionally slow down over the winter. To keep the momentum going, builders offer their best discounts in December. 1. Discounts on Upgrades The most popular buyer incentives...
by Susanne Novak | Dec 3, 2018 | Buyer Tips
Most people are not thinking about buying a house in December. They are busy preparing for the Holidays, attending Christmas parties, and buying presents for their loved ones. Let me share with you 3 reasons why purchasing a home before the end of the year could save...
by Susanne Novak | Nov 5, 2018 | Buyer Tips
Yesterday I was on the road showing houses with a couple of buyers. We saw both 20-year-old homes and recently built homes. When you compare the quality and cost of these properties, you realize that often-times you get a better deal buying an existing home than...
