Category: Buyer Info

  • What You Need to Know About an Appraisal Gap

    #Buyer Info

    Buyers are purchasing homes above the market value. This leads to an Appraisal Gap. What does that mean? We explain.

  • First Time Homebuyer Savings Act

    Ohio REALTORS Back First-Time Home Buyer Savings Act

    #First Time Homebuyers

    On June 15, Ohio REALTOR Brian Whitta, from Findlay, testified in support of Bill 139 or the First-Time Home Buyer Savings Act. Introduced by Senators Teresa Gavarone and Bob Peterson, the bill is to create a savings account for potential Ohio homeowners. The bill was brought before the House Ways and Means Committee, where Whitta […]

  • How to Make an Offer on a House

    How to Make an Offer on a House

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    Making an offer on a house is the pivotal moment of the homebuying process. By this point, you have been working with one of our expert Realtors and have found the home that is right for you. You have determined that this home fits your budget and you are ready to make an offer. This […]

  • What credit score is needed to buy a house?

    What Credit Score is Needed to Buy a House in Ohio?

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    One key item to consider when financing a home purchase is your credit score. Your credit score determines what loans and interest rates you qualify for. It informs lenders whether your regular repayments will be reliable. Unless you are planning to pay cash for a house, you will need a loan, and therefore will need a […]

  • 4 Must Know Tips before Building a House

    #Building a Home, #Buyer Info,

    Building a new house is an exciting project with a steep learning curve. There is much you need to know before embarking on building a home, but we are here to help you every step of the way! We ensure surprises are kept to a minimum, so you get to move into your dream home! […]

  • 4 Myths of buying vs renting

    4 Myths About Homeownership

    #Buyer Info, #First Time Homebuyers,

    According to recent studies, some 20.4 million renter households paid more than 30 percent of their incomes for housing in 2019. Economic fallout during the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a rental affordability crisis in the USA. Rising rents and limited housing have increase pressure on moderate-income households. People rent for a lot of reasons, […]