by Susanne Novak | Jul 31, 2016 | Seller Tips
You just received the first reasonable purchase offer on your listing. You may be excited, because the buyer offers more than list price. Or, you may be disappointed, because you believe your home is worth more. Either way, when you negotiate the final price, terms...
by Susanne Novak | Mar 13, 2016 | Buyer Tips
The home price perception index is a valuable tool that helps us anticipate potential appraisal problems. When you write an offer in today’s housing market, you may have to compete with other buyers for the same property. If more parties are interested on their...
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 | Mar 11, 2011 | Neighborhoods
I just researched the most recent home sales data for Columbus. Unlike what you hear in the media, 2011 is off to a great start. Here’s why … The January report published by the Columbus Board of Realtors shows that sales dropped by 2.3% in January as...