Helpful Articles for Columbus Area Home Buyers & Sellers

FOR BUYERS...

• Avoid Common Buyer Errors 
  Some buyers, however, caught up in the excitement of buying a new home tend to overlook some items. When you have a systematic plan before you shop, you’ll be sure to avoid these costly errors. Here are some tips on making the most of your home purchase.

• But Do You Need It?
  Of course a basement waterfall and grotto is a practical and useful addition to any home. That’s pretty much the only thing standing between you and the lifestyle you’ve always dreamed about, right? But who’s going to clean it?  It’s easy to fall in love with certain features of a home only to find out that those same features, in the long run, are your least favorite. Here are a few common ‘extras’ and a quick assessment of their relative values.

• Five Essentials for First Time Home Buyers
  Many renters are starting to think about purchasing a home of their own. This article highlights several factors that should be considered when purchasing a home. A MUST-READ for first time home buyers!

• Get the RIGHT HOME at the RIGHT PRICE!
  This article helps you become a savvy buyer, by pointing out some of the pitfalls inherent in the home-buying process.

• Relocation Checklist
  Download this handy checklist to help make your move a smoother move!

FOR SELLERS...

• Surviving the Sale
  Getting a good price for your home is important, but minimizing stress and simplifying the selling process can be just as essential.

• The Right Selling Price Affects Your Bottom Line!
  When you’re selling your home, the price you set is a critical factor in the return you’ll receive. Learn several factors to base the assessment of your home.

• Common Selling Mistakes
  Learn the top nine selling mistakes, and what steps you can take to avoid them.

• Selling Your Home – Where to Begin
  Remember what first attracted you to your house when you bought it? What excited you about its most appealing features? Now that you're selling your home, you'll need to look at it as if you were buying it all over again.

• Secrets of Stagers – 13 Ways to Make Your Home Look Like a Million Bucks!
  Whether you're designing to sell or designing to dwell, here’s how the home-staging pros get that "I have to have it!" look–and how their tips and tricks can make your own humble abode look like a million bucks!