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...
by Susanne Novak | Apr 20, 2020 | Buyer Tips, Covid
The Columbus housing market has undoubtedly suffered due to the coronavirus. The economy and the real estate market are changing daily. That’s why I decided to create a COVID-19 resource page for home buyers and sellers. Here’s the link:...
by Susanne Novak | Oct 14, 2019 | Buyer Tips
October may not seem to be the best time to buy a new house. Most people start looking in March and April, hoping to move in summer and be ready for the next school year at the end of August. Sadly, many buyers use this exact same strategy. It leads to competition and...
by Susanne Novak | Sep 9, 2019 | Buyer Tips
Nobody wants to pay more than necessary to the government. That’s why many home buyers look for areas with lower property taxes. Before you write your offer, consider these little-known fees and taxes that may increase your overall expenses. How Property Taxes...
by Susanne Novak | Aug 19, 2019 | Buyer Tips
Writing earnest money checks is the first real commitment you make when you purchase a home. It tells the seller you are serious, and it hits your pocket book if you bail. You may be hesitant putting a lot of money on the line. That’s understandable. Rest...
