Key Takeaways: Making an offer in today’s market isn’t as simple as submitting a bid—you’ll need to work with your agent to craft the perfect deal. Today’s fast-paced market can seem overwhelming to buyers, but a top-notch Central Ohio agent can help you beat the competition. Craft a winner offer today with the Yoder-Barnhart Team, […]
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Here’s How Shopping Small Can Earn You Big Profits
Key Takeaways: When it comes to selling your home, supporting local businesses is one of the most profitable decisions you can make. Local businesses love to give back to their communities, which can increase your home’s value over time. We’ve worked with the most reputable businesses around—contact us today, and we’ll pass along our professional […]
Hope Is on the Horizon for Today’s Housing Shortage
Key Takeaways: After a long housing shortage, the Central Ohio market is finally starting to see some relief. If you’re interested in buying a home soon, we have some good news—more supply is on the way. Contact the Yoder-Barnhart Team for even more Columbus-area real estate advice! What You Need to Know About the Upcoming […]
Your Comprehensive Guide to Picking the Perfect Neighborhood
Key Takeaways: If you’re thinking about buying a home, it’s important to choose the right neighborhood, especially if you care about resale value. Certain neighborhood features can increase your home value—and make you feel right at home in your new community. When it comes to your home search, we have some features to keep in […]
Do You Know the Hidden Costs of New Construction?
Key Takeaways: New construction homes can have hidden costs, which is why you have to pay attention to the details when deciding on a new build. When touring model homes, always ask the builder about what’s standard and what’s considered an upgraded feature with additional costs. Buy on your terms and work with our team […]
The Time to Buy New Construction Is Now
Key Takeaways: Buying a new build is the best way to craft a home that fits all your needs, and you’ll get the customization you crave. Material costs are on the rise, and you shouldn’t wait for them to come down—invest in new construction now to lock in your preferred price. We have the knowledge […]
Home Price Appreciation Is as Simple as Supply and Demand
Home price appreciation continues to accelerate. Today, prices are driven by the simple concept of supply and demand. Pricing of any item is determined by how many items are available compared to how many people want to buy that item. As a result, the strong year-over-year home price appreciation is simple to explain. The demand for […]
Why This Is Not Like 2008 Again
During the Great Recession, just over a decade ago, the financial systems the world depended on started to collapse. It created a panic that drove some large companies out of business (ex. Lehman Brothers) and many more into bankruptcy. The financial crisis that accompanied the current pandemic caused hardship to certain industries and hurt many small […]
Reap the Benefits of Your Realtor Even After You’ve Moved
Key Takeaways: Our real estate expertise goes far beyond just buying or selling your home—you can rely on us for quality resources before and after you’ve moved. Whether you’re searching for the best local handyman, a notary, or something else entirely, you can trust our vetted providers to get the job done. If you ever […]
In Today’s Market, Listing Prices Are Like an Auction’s Reserve Price
For generations, the process of buying and selling a home never really changed. A homeowner would try to estimate the market value of their house, then tack on a little extra to give themselves some negotiating room. That figure would become the listing price. Buyers would then try to determine how much less than the full price […]