With all the headlines about rising home prices, it’s easy to assume that affordable homes in Columbus have disappeared. The truth? They’re harder to find — but they’re definitely still out there. Over the past several years, Central Ohio has experienced significant growth. New jobs, population growth, limited housing inventory, and increased demand have pushed prices higher. Some...
For the last several years, buying a home in Central Ohio has felt like a race. Buyers were competing against multiple offers, waiving inspections, offering above asking price, and making decisions within hours just to have a chance. But the market is changing — and for buyers, that change could create opportunity. Before you assume that means home prices are crashing, let’s clear something up:...
Only in Ohio real estate do you find a property that makes you stop and say… wait, is that really a building? The famous Longaberger Basket Building in Newark, Ohio was recently featured on Zillow Gone Wild — and yes, the seven-story office building designed to look like a giant picnic basket is real. Built in 1997 as the former headquarters of the Longaberger Company, the 180,000-square-foot...
When people talk about the future of real estate, the conversation usually centers around interest rates, home prices, or whether the market is “up” or “down.” But the real transformation happening in housing goes much deeper than that. The future of real estate is being shaped by how people want to live—not just where they want to live. For decades, homes were designed around fairly...
For years, HGTV has entertained us with dramatic renovations, open-concept transformations, and 30-minute “miracle” remodels. But somewhere along the way, those shows did more than entertain—they quietly reshaped what buyers expect from a home. Today’s buyers often walk into a property expecting it to feel like a professionally staged model home. Granite or quartz countertops are no longer...
If the last several years of design were defined by minimalism, stark white interiors, and “Instagram-perfect” spaces, 2026 is shaping up to be something very different. This year’s biggest design trends are warmer, more personal, and far more focused on how a home feels—not just how it photographs. Homeowners are moving away from spaces that look like showrooms and toward interiors that...
Mortgage rates and affordability pressures remain the primary national constraint in the real estate market, and today’s Federal Reserve decision reinforces that reality. The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.5%–3.75%, signaling continued caution around inflation and economic uncertainty. At the same time, the decision revealed unusual internal disagreement, with multiple...
Conflicts in the Middle East are, above all, human tragedies—affecting millions of individuals, families, and communities. While economic discussions often focus on financial consequences, it’s important to recognize the real lives behind these events. That said, global economies are deeply connected. Geopolitical tensions can ripple across financial systems, influencing everything from oil prices...
Becoming a homeowner is exciting — but it also comes with a steep learning curve. One recent Reddit thread captured that perfectly. A new homeowner reached out to the r/homeowners community asking for the best tips on home preventative maintenance and safety. The responses were honest, practical, and full of tips you won’t always find on a checklist. 1. Learn Your Home Inside and Out One of the...
WheWhen a home first enters the Columbus housing market, it often receives the most attention early on. That initial exposure doesn’t mean a property that’s been available longer should be overlooked. In today’s more balanced conditions, listings with higher days on market can quietly present strong opportunities for buyers focused on value rather than urgency. A home that has lingered isn’t...