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What to Expect When You Buy a House in the Country

What to Expect When You Buy a House in the Country

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...
Move Up Buyers are Triple Winners with Interest Rates Below 3%

Move Up Buyers are Triple Winners with Interest Rates Below 3%

by Susanne Novak | Jul 20, 2020 | Buyer Tips

Did you delay listing your home because you are afraid you can’t find a new one? If that’s the case, I have good news for you … it has never been more affordable to move up to a luxury home. Mortgage interest rates just dropped below 3%. That’s...
Can Buyers with VA and FHA Loans Compete in Today’s Hot Sellers’ Market?

Can Buyers with VA and FHA Loans Compete in Today’s Hot Sellers’ Market?

by Susanne Novak | Jun 22, 2020 | Buyer Tips

Some lenders are pulling back from rigorous credit score requirements following the uncertainty caused by the pandemic. This is good news for buyers. Credit scores on government loans have been lowered to 640. Some lenders accept as low as 620 for conventional loans....
New Home Construction is UP despite of Covid-19

New Home Construction is UP despite of Covid-19

by Susanne Novak | Jun 15, 2020 | Buyer Tips, Covid

New residential construction is booming in Central Ohio, despite of the pandemic. According to the Census Bureau, 16.4% more single family building permits were issued since the beginning of the year than the same period last year. This chart shows the numbers for...
Home Showings Are 2.9% Higher than Before the Lockdown

Home Showings Are 2.9% Higher than Before the Lockdown

by Susanne Novak | May 11, 2020 | Buyer Tips, Covid, Seller Tips

While businesses are getting ready to slowly re-open, the housing market is already in full recovery as showings are up and buyers are determined to find a new place to call home.​ We have been tracking home sales during the pandemic on a weekly basis since March. You...
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