All posts by Jason Opland






What Really Makes a Property Appreciate

On average, a home’s value generally appreciates 3% to 4% per year here in Columbus and Central Ohio. This is attributed mostly to population growth and inflation. From 2011 to 2016, the national housing market was recovering from the bubble at a slightly higher speed of 6.3% per year, on average. Realtor.com®’s research team sought […]




Understanding Home Construction Loans

If you’re considering building a semi, or fully custom home one of the first things you’ll want to consider is how you’ll finance the construction of your new dream home. Construction loans are not only more difficult to qualify for, but they are also more complex and can be a bit overwhelming. It’s important that […]


How Can You Use Your Home’s Equity?

You’ve no doubt heard that homeownership is a great investment. However, few homeowner’s fully understand why and how and this is especially true when it comes to home equity. For most their home is our largest financial asset, in most cases making up over half of their net worth. But how can you use your […]