by Susanne Novak | Oct 19, 2020 | Buyer Tips
Some people shy away from buying a home while we are in this hot sellers’ market. I don’t blame them. The competition for affordable properties is intense, and home values have increased substantially. After all, you can lease a brand new, modern apartment for a...
by Susanne Novak | Oct 5, 2020 | Buyer Tips, Covid
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the way we do business as Realtors. We implemented new technologies for digital contracts and virtual showings, and we adopted procedures to comply with government mandates and keep you safe. Here’s how the pandemic has...
by Susanne Novak | Sep 8, 2020 | Buyer Tips, Covid
Last week I saw a survey of ground-floor businesses, hotels, and commercial landlords in downtown Columbus. Following pandemic related shutdowns and civil unrest many businesses are struggling to stay afloat. How Soon Can Downtown Businesses Recover? 58% of surveyed...
by Susanne Novak | Aug 31, 2020 | Buyer Tips, Covid
Last Sunday, I visited an Epcon Model Home with one of my clients. When we were finished with the “dog-and-pony” show the sales rep said: “Don’t wait too long. Our base price will go up by $10,000 tomorrow.” That’s not the first...
by Susanne Novak | Aug 17, 2020 | Buyer Tips
A few months ago, this guy left a one-star review on my Google profile … A Cut-throat Realtor? “Susanne is a cut-throat realtor who does not have your best interest at heart.” At first, I was upset, because he was not my client. But now I consider...
by Susanne Novak | Aug 10, 2020 | Buyer Tips
Nothing says FREEDOM more than sitting on your porch and looking at your own piece of land out in the country. No neighbors peeking in your windows, no traffic jams in front of your house, and no noise from cars and trucks. That came to my mind when we were riding our...