Surely we don’t have to tell you all the benefits of owning a swimming pool. From hosting great backyard get-togethers to taking a dip anytime you want, the benefits of having an in-ground pool at your house are self-apparent. But does it add value to your home? Pools are certainly popular, and recent research suggests […]

It’s that time of the year when you might be eager to start a garden or home remodeling project, only to realize that you’re missing that one specific, expensive tool we thought we’d never actually need. Luckily for Columbus residents, Modcon Living, a nonprofit organization dedicated to equipping homes and sustaining communities. Modcon Living’s tool-lending program, “Tool […]

Understanding the seasonal trends in the real estate market is a crucial first step in determining the best time to sell your home. But, the decision to move is often a personal one. It’s important to take other factors into account when planning the sale of your home including: your financial situation, the current condition […]

February saw 1,728 closed sales in Central Ohio, marking a 14% increase over last month. The sales bump is a positive indicator that the region is coming out of the winter months, and attitudes around the local market remain resilient. While the number of closed sales in February improved over the first month of 2023, […]

We have talked before about the drop and swap exchange and how it can be beneficial in certain like-kind exchange situations. In this article, we are going to explain the inverse of the drop and swap exchange – the swap and drop 1031 exchange. What Is a 1031 Swap and Drop? A swap and drop 1031 exchange […]

The tax benefits of real estate investing are attractive and investing with partners in an LLC is a popular way to grow your wealth with real estate, but partnerships entail certain challenges. When it comes time to sell and some of the partners want to take advantage of a 1031 exchange to continue growing their […]

You may not be aware, but fall is the best season to evaluate and begin restoring your lawn. Thanks to shorter days (less intense sunlight), cooler temperatures and wetter weather, the mild fall climate is ideal for putting in the lawn work that will pay dividends in the spring to achieve an enviable lawn. From […]

As recessionary fears grow, so do homeowner’s concerns about their homes value — especially considering what happened in the last major recession. A survey of economists by the Financial Times shows that 70% expect a recession sometime in 2023 — largely due to the Federal Reserves actions to tame skyrocketing inflation. A housing correction, though, […]