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THE MAN WHO Claimed 2 Spots
Banter — Dave tells the story of agent Bob who always parked taking up two spots — people would chalk outlines around his car to teach him a lesson. Light banter palate cleanser.
5,127 Homes IN Columbus
Market Data — Jaysen drops the inventory bombshell: 5,127 active listings in Columbus metro, and pending sales running well above last year. The local data hook.
THE $7K FHA TRAP
Seller Advice — Dave's recent short-appraisal story: an FHA buyer needed closing costs, the appraisal came in $7K short of the asking price, and the deal collapsed. Cautionary tale for sellers using F
Taking Crazy Pills
Shrinkflation — Jaysen's rant on shrinkflation — half-corn gasoline, family-size cereal that's now the old normal size, $7 cereal boxes. 'I feel like I'm taking crazy pills.' Universally relatable.
A 7 IN Front OF Rates?
Interest Rates — Rich just locked a $600K loan at 6.625%. He sees more chance of a 7 in front of rates than a 5 in the near term. Concrete data + buyer warning.
How to Sell in Westerville Ohio Smoothly
Learn how to sell in Westerville Ohio smoothly with smart pricing, prep, marketing, and negotiation that helps you keep more equity.
Dad’s #39 Turning 39
Banter — Jaime sets up Jaysen's 39th birthday and Dave reveals he wore #39 in Centennial HS football — same number. Coincidence + family banter.
Dad’s #39 Turning 39
Banter — Jaime sets up Jaysen's 39th birthday and Dave reveals he wore #39 in Centennial HS football — same number. Coincidence + family banter.
Golden Handcuffs ARE A MYTH
Seller Psychology — Dave: sellers aren't staying put for their 3% rate — life events drive moves (empty nesters, new jobs, growing families). The 'golden handcuffs' narrative isn't matching the data.
Columbus Home Prices Near $400K – Up 170% Since 1998!
The Sell For 1 Percent Realtors team unpacks current market dynamics on June 4th, 2026, noting that current mortgage rates hover consis...