Multi-Generational Living: Why Dual Suites and Guest Houses Are Ohio's Hottest New Feature
by: Amy WarrenPublished on: 14/07/2026One of the most consistent requests I am getting from buyers this year has nothing to do with granite countertops or a three-car garage. It is a second full suite, a private entrance for a parent, or a floor plan that lets grown kids and their parent
What It's Like to Live in Columbus, Ohio Right Now
by: Amy WarrenPublished on: 14/07/2026I get some version of this question almost every week from someone relocating for a job, moving to be closer to family, or just curious after hearing Columbus mentioned as one of the fastest-growing cities in the country: what is it actually like to
What Ohio Buyers Are Searching For: Smart Home & Energy-Efficient Features in 2026
by: Amy WarrenPublished on: 06/07/2026Every week I check what buyers and sellers are actually searching for, not just what feels trendy. Right now, one theme keeps showing up alongside mortgage rates and down payment questions: smart home technology and energy efficiency. Buyers aren't j
OHFA Down Payment Assistance: What Ohio First-Time Buyers Need to Know in 2026
by: Amy WarrenPublished on: 06/07/2026This is the detail that surprises most people: the assistance is a forgivable second, not a loan you're stuck repaying. If you stay in the home for seven years, the entire amount is forgiven. If you sell or refinance before the seven-year mark, you'l
