In addition to providing a great education, buying a home in a good school district can result in resale advantages and offer home value protection from market fluctuations. Here’s what home buyers should know about a school district’s impact on real estate, and the benefits they can expect to incur even if they don’t have school age […]
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Mortgage, Note, Deed… What’s the Difference?
Let’s first define our terms. A mortgage is a financing arrangement in which the person buying a home or parcel of land (or one who already owns property) receives a loan, and the property is pledged as collateral to guarantee repayment of the loan. A mortgage consists of two documents: a note and the mortgage itself. The […]
Deeds – the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
“Special” ’Spesh – ?l – Defined as being different from what is normal; unusual in a good way; better or more important. Special is not special when it defines the type of deed the Buyer will receive. Ohio, by statute, provides for three specific types of deeds that are used to transfer title to real […]
Remedy Request Q&A: Should I Request Repairs or Seller Concessions
Q: The home inspection just completed on a home I have under contract turned up some issues. Should I insist the repairs be completed before closing? A: It depends. Everyone wants a smooth closing and home inspection negotiations are definitely a place where a deal can fall apart. Here are some things you’ll want to […]
Remedy Request Q&A: Should I Request Repairs or Seller Concessions
Q: The home inspection just completed on a home I have under contract turned up some issues. Should I insist the repairs be completed before closing? A: It depends. Everyone wants a smooth closing and home inspection negotiations are definitely a place where a deal can fall apart. Here are some things you’ll want to […]
Search For Homes In Columbus, Ohio – Search The MLS
Columbus, Ohio MLS Search– Search the most updated MLS database for real estate listings in Columbus. If you’re looking for a home this is where you’ll want to start! View the area’s newest properties and open houses and be the first to see new homes on the market. Search for homes using any combination […]
Home Sweet Homeownership Tax Breaks
Homeownership comes with many benefits not the least of which are the home related expenses you can deduct. Along with the joy of ownership, come some important new tax considerations. Everyone knows that owning a home is the American dream, but did you know that borrowing to pay for one is a taxpayer’s dream? As […]