Dayton often gets lost in the mix of the big three Ohio C’s — Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati. But Dayton’s “Gem City” nickname is quite fitting. The city features neighborhoods that are rich in personality, a thriving downtown music and arts scene, …
The Top 5 Cities in the USA for Retirement (Hello, Dayton!)
Have you thought about where you want to spend your golden years? About 60 percent of American pre-retirees want to retire in a different state or city. Whether retirement is around the corner or decades in the future, it helps …
5 Things You Should Know Before You Begin Your Home Search
Many people start their home search immediately after making the decision to buy. It’s understandable — looking for a new home is exciting, and the anticipation can be hard to ignore! But if you’re thinking about buying a home, know …
7 Tips to Follow Before You Hire a Real Estate Agent
Would you hire just about any real estate agent to help with your house hunting? Depending on their experience, real estate agents can either make or break your next home purchase. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or not, a real …
Being a Good Pet Owner During the Home Buying Process
The home buying process is enough to make the most patient among us pull out our hair. When you have a pet, there are even more responsibilities to add alongside house hunting, negotiating, packing, moving, unpacking, and every other step …
11 Things You Must Know Before You Move to Ohio
Getting ready to move to Ohio? Don’t be fooled by its reputation as a midwest flyover state. Ohio boasts multiple cities, beautiful scenery, history, art, sports, and plenty of culture-rich traditions for Buckeye State residents to enjoy. Check out this 11 …
Don’t Buy Your Second Home As If It’s Your First
So you’re thinking about buying a second home . . . Congratulations! It’s exciting just to be thinking about buying a second home, and it means you’re in a good financial position to consider new opportunities. Buying a second home …
What Can a Million Dollars Buy You in the Dayton Area?
One million dollars is three times the sale price of the median U.S. home. If you’re on the housing market with a seven-figure budget, you’re looking at homes that are out of the realm of possibility for most homebuyers. Even so, you …
How to Ace Your Home Purchase: Comfort & Convenience on a Budget
So you’re ready to buy a new home, but your budget isn’t through the roof. Well, we’ve got great news: even with a conservative budget, you can find a home that’s perfect for you. The trick? Balance. Buyers on a …
Curse or Blessing: Know This Before Buying a House in 2021
The pandemic has created a perfect storm of factors driving today’s historic housing market. Low mortgage rates, increased time spent at home during pandemic lockdowns, more location flexibility for people working remotely — all of these factors have created an …