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The National Real Estate Insurance Group has a great online article on preparing for severe spring weather.   It uses graphics to illustrate average number of thunderstorms, hail storms, tornadoes, etc. across the entire United States, and how to prepare for them.  Check it out!

  A robotic mower operates with minimal time and effort needed from you. It’s a lifestyle-friendly mower that gives you back time with assurance that your lawn is well cared for.  Lowes has a great blog post that talks about robotic lawn mowers. What is a robotic mower? A robotic mower is a relatively small, battery-powered mower. […]

If you’re a real estate investor and you have a vacant property, or one that you’re renovating, it is sometimes a challenge to protect the property from vandalism or break-ins.  The National Real Estate Insurance Group, a national insurer of investment properties, has some great tips on how to protect your vacant properties.  Some of the […]

Has the new year prompted you to take a fresh look at some of the eyesores in your home? Maybe you’re itching to replace those drafty windows, or eager to install a spiffy new deck so you can finally accommodate all your friends when the weather warms up. Jumping into a home remodeling project isn’t […]

A bidding war occurs when a seller receives multiple offers on their home in a short amount of time.  Sellers can wait to see if any other offers come in, or if any of the original buyers increase their offers. Redit.com talks about bidding wars and how to avoid them. There are times when you […]

Caulking is needed for many common home improvement projects. Caulk can fill gaps when installing moulding or when weatherizing a door or window. Caulk is also used to seal showers, bathtubs and sinks.  HomeDepot.com explains the steps to property caulk a surface. Prepare the Surface A good caulking job starts with a clean surface. Take the time […]

Contrary to popular belief, the winter months are an excellent time to commence home improvement projects. They say spring brings new beginnings, but winter home improvement projects offer slight advantages over warmer seasons, including shorter completion times and potential discounts. This timeframe, although generally reserved for family, friends and holiday celebration, is usually a slower time of […]

Rental property ownership is filled with ups and downs. If you currently own residential real estate you may be faced with the most difficult period of your ownership. In addition to trying to navigate your personal financial situation, you have to worry about rent coming in from your tenants. The protection of your lease may […]

As we have seen over the last few months life can change on a dime. One day we are thinking about March Madness and the next planning when we can leave our homes. If you have inherited a property over this time or making preparations, you may be dealing with an extra layer of stress […]

As is true all over the nation, the central Ohio real estate market is HOT!    If a home is priced right, it usually does not stay on the market more than 1-2 days. A widely used strategy of home buyers who find a property they want is to make an as-is cash offer with no […]