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TIPS FOR STORING WINE AT HOME
If you are a big wine connoisseur or just saving a few bottles to crack open on special occasions, it’s important to understand how best to store them safely until you’re ready to partake. Follow the guidelines below! Read More
Do I Really Need A Home Inspection?
With the continued competition for homes for sale, buyers have been asking if they should skip the home inspection step. Our answer is NO in most cases. Many sellers are offering their home for sale As-Is so it is critical for a buyer to obtain an independent assessment to know exactly what As-Is means for... Read More
Housing Bubble
In 2008, many homeowners were highly leveraged with a mortgage. Many homeowners defaulted on those mortgages resulting in the largest foreclosure wave the U.S. had ever seen. Many question whether the current market could result in another bubble. Our short answer is we will never say never but circumstances are much different now. The new... Read More
PREP YOUR PETS FOR THE BIG MOVE
Your moving day is set and it’s time to start preparing. As you’re making your lists and checking them twice, don’t forget to factor in your furry friends. Here are some tips for making sure the process goes smoothly. Medical records. When moving to a different city or state, one of the main things you... Read More
LifePoint Real Estate Celebrates 1 Year Anniversary
On December 7, 2021 LifePoint Real Estate celebrates 1 year as a new brokerage! The founders of LifePoint are seasoned real estate agents with over 100 years of combined experience, who also share common core values, which made it an easy transition from a large corporate real estate brand to being one of Central Ohio’s... Read More
Inventory Update 2021
Ask LifePoint is back to answer some of your real estate questions! -Low inventory and high demand still continues. -August and September 2021 have been record sales months. -10% price increase over 2020 -3/5 homes sold above asking price Read More
WHICH DOWN PAYMENT STRATEGY IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
With the holidays approaching you may be thinking about your home ownership goals for the coming year. You’ve most likely heard the rule: Save for a 20-percent down payment before you buy a home. The logic behind saving 20 percent is solid, as it shows that you have the financial discipline and stability to save... Read More
MUST-HAVE TOOLS FOR HOMEOWNERS
When you own your home, things are going to break and, unless you want to spend your money on visits from a neighborhood handyman, you’re going to need to fix them yourself. Luckily, you don’t need an arsenal of tools to handle most home maintenance fixes. These five tools will cover most of your basic... Read More
Preparing Your Home For Winter
Preparing Your Home For Winter It’s that time of year again! The leaves are changing and falling, the air is getting cool, and the Christmas décor is going up! But even with all the holiday fun, there’s still some work to be done. Follow these home maintenance tips to get your house ready for the... Read More
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOME WARRANTY & HOME INSURANCE
When purchasing a new home, it’s important to do in-depth research on all facets of the homebuying process. One thing you’ll need to understand is how to best protect yourself and your investment if anything were to go wrong. Check out the information on home insurance versus home warranty below to educate yourself on your options. Read More