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How Much Should You Offer Above Asking?
The Columbus Housing Market is still very hot. It is a sellers’ market with most houses getting multiple offers. Buyers and buying agents are often wondering how much they need to offer above the asking price to be competitive. The average house in Columbus now sells for near $14,000 over list price. This average is... Read More
What You Need To Know About Today’s Down Payment Programs
What You Need To Know About Today’s Down Payment Programs There’s no denying it’s gotten more challenging to buy a home, especially with today’s mortgage rates and home price appreciation. And that may be one of the big reasons you’re eager to look into grants and assistance programs to see if there’s anything you qualify for that can help. But... Read More
The Sweet Spot for Buying Luxury Homes
The Sweet Spot for Buying Luxury Homes If you’ve been looking for a home at the high end of your market, but haven’t found the right one, you may have put your search on hold. But according to recent data, now may be the time to jump back in. Here’s why. There Are More Luxury... Read More
The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Are Making Today
The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Are Making Today Buyers face challenges in any market – and today’s is no different. With higher mortgage rates and rising prices, plus the limited supply of homes for sale, there’s a lot to consider. But, there’s one way to avoid getting tripped up – and that’s leaning on a real estate agent for the best possible advice. An... Read More
LifePoint Gives Back | Ronald McDonald House 2024
Ronald McDonald House 2024 At LifePoint Real Estate, community involvement is at the core of what we do. That’s why we were thrilled to extend our support to the Ronald McDonald House of Central Ohio by volunteering to serve lunch and share some smiles. In addition to our recent volunteering efforts, we wanted to highlight... Read More
The Impact of Intel
The Impact of Intel Written by Samantha Reynolds If no other announcements are made in the chip manufacturing sector, New Albany’s Intel chip manufacturing facility will be the largest in the world – right in our backyards. The first phase of the development contains 2 fabs (or fabrication manufacturing facilities) at an initial cost of... Read More
When can you assume a mortgage? | Assumable Loan
When buying a house, there are many factors to consider – location, school district, commute, size…and of course, price. In today’s market, home buyers have several loan products available to finance their purchases. With interest rates on the rise, home buyers are exploring options outside of a traditional 30-year fixed loan. One such mortgage is... Read More
Time to get you into your Dream Home
Owning a home is a big accomplishment and something that we all dream of. If you’re a first time home buyer, the process can seem daunting. There are so many things to think about – from getting pre-approved for a mortgage to finding the perfect home within your budget. To help you out, Matt Steinke... Read More
Is an Adjustable Rate Mortgage right for you?
What are adjustable-rate mortgages and how do they work? An adjustable-rate mortgage, or ARM, is a type of mortgage that has an interest rate that can change over time. The initial interest rate is usually lower than that of a fixed-rate mortgage, but it can increase (or decrease) periodically, typically in relation to an index... Read More
Earnest Money: What is it?
Earnest money, sometimes called a good faith deposit, is money the buyer places in escrow to show his/her earnest desire to purchase a property. Read More
MAXIMIZING YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE
You’ve found the perfect home and it has everything you’ve ever dreamed of. Spacious, modern kitchen. Gloriously open floor plan. Giant bedrooms. Great location and neighborhood. The only downside is the backyard is slightly smaller than you’d hoped. But no reason to stress. There are many ways you can optimize your outdoor space to make... Read More