by Susanne Novak | Sep 20, 2021 | Buyer Tips
The first half of 2021 was extremely challenging for buyers. You had to compete against multiple offers typically above list price, the inventory was lower than ever, and many homes sold in just a few days. If you have lost out a few times, you may have concluded that...
by Susanne Novak | Aug 23, 2021 | Buyer Tips
A sharp rise in building permits and a decline in buyer traffic at model homes gives you more choice with less competition when you build new. However, the price of new construction is not going to drop anytime soon. Here are the details … Building Permits Rise...
by Susanne Novak | Feb 23, 2020 | Market Updates
In January, realtor.com named Columbus the TOUGHEST Housing Market to find a Home in the Midwest. That’s based on the fact that only 8.1 homes are listed for every 1,000 households. If you’ve been thinking about selling your home, this market update is for...
by Susanne Novak | May 13, 2019 | Buyer Tips
The Columbus housing market is very competitive. Quality listings attract droves of buyers. Most of the time you will have to compete against other offers. Every week my agents tell stories of frustrated buyers who just lost another bidding war. What does it take to...