Buying a home
Hidden Costs of Buying a Home
The price tag isn't the whole story. 👀 Swipe to see the costs first-time buyers forget —
1⃣ Closing costs (2–5% ...
How Much Down Payment You Really Need
Think you need 20% down to buy a home? You probably don't. 💰
The truth:✅ Conventional loans — as little as 3% do...
5 Steps to Buy Your First Home
Buying your first home feels overwhelming — until you break it into steps. 👇 Swipe through the roadmap:
1⃣ Check your...
Pre-Qualified vs Pre-Approved
These two sound the same — but to a seller, they're worlds apart. 🏡
✅ Pre-QUALIFIED = a quick estimate based on ...
Market Update for April 30, 2026
Mortgage Rates and the Fed
Rich Cercone provides an update on mortgage rates following the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain cu...
Do I Need to Pay Buyer Agent Commission?
Do I need to pay buyer agent commission? Learn when sellers can offer it, how it affects offers, and what can help you keep more equity.
AI in the Real Estate World: How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping Home Buying and Selling
The conversation around AI in the real estate world has shifted dramatically in the last few years. What once sounded futuristic is now...
Columbus Sellers: Why You Want to Beat the April Rush (and Why Buyers Should Shop Before Spring Madness Hits)
If you're like other Columbus Sellers, you’ve lived through a few Central Ohio spring markets, you already know the pattern: the second...
How VA Home Loans Open Doors for Veterans
For nearly 80 years, VA home loans have empowered veterans across the United States to achieve the dream of homeownership. However, rec...
The Best Time to Buy a Home in 2024: Sept. 29 – Oct. 5
If you're in the market for a new home, this might be the best time to buy in 2024. The first week of October offers homebuyers a perfe...