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On a Winning Streak: 3 Buyer Offers Accepted in a Week

On a Winning Streak: 3 Buyer Offers Accepted in a Week

by Susanne Novak | Mar 7, 2022 | Buyer Tips

I don’t like to brag, but last week was really good. Three of my buyers got their offers accepted, which is quite a feat in today’s super competitive market. Let me explain how we did it, and how I can help you win a bidding war. You Must Be Ready to Write...
Market Update: Median Price Up by 11% while Home Sales Decline in January

Market Update: Median Price Up by 11% while Home Sales Decline in January

by Susanne Novak | Feb 28, 2022 | Market Updates

The Central Ohio Housing Market was mostly unchanged in January. Home sales and pending contracts were slightly lower than last year, while home values kept rising by double digits. Home Sales Down – Inventory Remains Low The chart below shows how Pending...
Mortgage Interest Rates Rise Much Faster Than Predicted

Mortgage Interest Rates Rise Much Faster Than Predicted

by Susanne Novak | Feb 21, 2022 | Buyer Tips, Trends

I just want to send you a quick update from the mortgage interest front. You probably heard that interest rates will rise in 2022. Many experts predicted that the 30-year fixed rate will increase to 3.8% by the end of this year. Unfortunately, their predictions were...
Market Update: Home Sales & New Listings 10% Higher in 2021

Market Update: Home Sales & New Listings 10% Higher in 2021

by Susanne Novak | Jan 24, 2022 | Market Updates

Together with the December 2021 housing report, the Columbus Association of Realtors published an Annual Report on the Columbus Housing Market. Here are the highlights of last year’s booming market and some insights on what to expect as we go into 2022. Home...
Buyers Gain $50,000 in Equity on a New House Purchase

Buyers Gain $50,000 in Equity on a New House Purchase

by Susanne Novak | Jan 3, 2022 | Buyer Tips

Let’s begin the new year with a success story that started one year ago. My clients, Brian and Brandon, have been renting an apartment for the past five years. Every month they put money aside to save for the down payment to buy and own a home. 2021 was supposed...
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