Posts by David Barlow
Is Home Equity Now a Penalty with Capital Gains Tax?
What Columbus Homeowners Need to Know About the Capital Gains Tax Debates
As home values rise across the U.S., a surprising number o...
Columbus Housing Market Finds Its Balance as Buyers Gain Options in 2025
June 2025 – After several years of skyrocketing prices and fierce competition, the Columbus housing market is finally showing signs of ...
Why More People in Columbus Are Finally Making a Move in 2025
That 3% mortgage rate you locked in back in 2020? It still feels like a once-in-a-lifetime deal. But for many homeowners in Columbus, t...
Why Your Home Isn’t Selling
When selling your home, the ideal scenario goes something like this: your home sells quickly, for top dollar, and with minimal hassle. ...
Why Online Home Value Tools Can’t Beat Local Agents
In today’s tech-driven world, online home value estimators promise a quick answer to the question, “What is my home worth?” While these...
Why Selling Your Columbus, Ohio Home with a Realtor Is the Smart Choice
Thinking about selling your Ohio home on your own, often called For Sale by Owner (FSBO)? It might seem like a great way to save money,...
Should You Sell Your Home As-Is? Insights for Homeowners
Selling a home often involves decisions about repairs and upgrades. While most sellers (61%) complete at least minor repairs, life’s ch...
Co-Buying a Home in Columbus, Ohio: Is It the Right Move?
Buying a home in today’s market can feel overwhelming, especially with rising home prices and mortgage rates putting a strain on your b...
Should You Sell or Rent Your Home in Columbus, Ohio?
When you're ready to move, deciding what to do with your current home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll face. In Columbus, Ohio, t...
Columbus Real Estate Market Update: Opportunities Amid Change
The Columbus housing market continues to evolve as 2024 progresses, with shifts in interest rates, buyer behavior, and inventory levels...