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Ohio Property Taxes Out of Control?

🏡 Ohio Property Tax Reform: A Call for Change Property taxes in Ohio have long been a topic of concern for homeowners, particularly as property valuations increase and tax bills follow suit. The Ohio Taxpayer Protection Coalition, a group comprising business and taxpayer organizations including Ohio REALTORS®, is advocating for reforms to address these issues […]

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City Comes Down on Absentee Landlords

Cleveland City Council passed legislation intended to create additional accountability for out-of-state landlords. The passing of the code modification, titled “Residents First,” is a huge win for Cleveland’s Mayor Bibb. Since winning office in 2022, Bibb had been a passionate change agent for the City of Cleveland. The legislation aims to amp-up accountability for property […]

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Fourth of July Safety — and the Joy of Sharing Your Home with Loved Ones

The Fourth of July is a beloved holiday in the United States, a time to celebrate independence, freedom, and the spirit of togetherness. As the day approaches, it’s crucial to prioritize safety measures to ensure a memorable and accident-free celebration. Additionally, the Fourth of July is an excellent occasion to showcase the fruits of your […]

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Where Are All the Houses: How you can find “hidden” listings.

The housing market in Cleveland is enough to drive any home buyer mad. You see a new listing. You schedule a showing. And boom… it’s already under contract. The good ones anyway. Who is not completely frustrated at this point?! I have a tip that might just help you win the real estate jackpot. Only […]

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Renting v. Owning a Home: exploring costs and benefits

Owning a home may seem overwhelming. You might feel you can’t afford to own. But can you afford NOT to? Read to learn more!

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Seller Closing Costs are HOW MUCH?!!

You’re selling your house for $350,000. How much will you pocket? It might be less than you realize when you consider all of your seller closing costs. Lisa Timko with Keller Williams explains what most sellers don’t know about selling their home.

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Buying before Selling: How to manage it financially.

How to buy a house before selling yours. Options for financing that work! Learn how to buy and sell real estate in Cleveland Ohio from Keller Williams.

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Memorial Day Weekend: Summer Kickoff

Monday, we honor and remember the men and women who have died while serving in our military. Those losses are significant for the family members left behind. As a mother of a young Airman, I appreciate now more than ever the commitment and sacrifice these young people make for us. Their loss is our gain. […]

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Real Estate Commission When Listing Your Home

The average real estate commission when you hire a REALTOR to sell your home, also called a “broker fee,” is typically 6%-7%. Usually the fee is calculated at either a percentage on the full amount of the sale, or 6%-7% on the first $100,000 of the sale price, and then a lower percentage on the […]

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Cleveland Housing Market Update

Across Ohio, the number of homes sold in April fell from the same month last year, but average home prices continued to rise, according to Ohio Realtors. The number of home sales in April 2023 were 10,094 units, down 20.9% from the previous year’s 12,763 units. April’s Ohio-wide average sales price reached $268,257, up 4% […]

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Cleveland Homeowners: It’s time to clean your dryer duct!

When is the last time you really cleaned your dryer? Don’t wait! – it could be a fire about to catch! Dryer fires are more common than you might think. To clean your dryer duct, follow these steps: Pull the dryer out, unplug it, and if it’s a gas dryer, turn off the gas valve. […]

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New Listing in Bay Village Ohio

Only $200k for this adorable🤩#BayVillage condo!! HOA reasonable at $355/mo. (Not my listing.) Visit the listing here!

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Cleveland Real Estate Market: A Promising Investment Opportunity

Cleveland, Ohio, is emerging as a promising real estate market for investors seeking great opportunities. With its growing economy, affordable housing options, and vibrant neighborhoods, Cleveland has become an attractive destination for both local and out-of-state buyers. The city offers a diverse range of properties, from historic homes in charming suburbs to modern condos in […]

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Cleveland History, Attractions & Facts

Cleveland, city, seat (1810) of Cuyahoga county, northeastern Ohio, U.S. It is a major St. Lawrence Seaway port on the southern shore of Lake Erie, at the mouth of the Cuyahoga River. Greater Cleveland sprawls along the lake for about 100 miles (160 km) and runs more than 40 miles (65 km) inland, encompassing Cuyahoga, […]

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Figures show 3.2 percent drop …

Couple of sectors of the economy are as conscious rates of interest as the property market. During 2022, eight successive rate increases aimed at offsetting high inflation sent tremblings across the market– and are still at the centre of the fall in Australian house prices.Overall, national real estate worths fell 3.2 percent over the year […]

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Why Choose Keller Williams as your Broker of Choice!

Valuing God, family, and then business, Keller Williams embraces all faiths, backgrounds, and cultures. The KW family of associates experiences a positive influence from their workplace environment, which has shaped the existing culture. Their mission revolves around constructing careers worth having, owning businesses worth owning, living lives worth living, giving experiences worth giving, and leaving […]

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A look at the Cleveland and Ohio Housing Markets

CLEVELAND, Ohio – While real estate may seem to be constantly fluctuating in Ohio, how does the market compare against the other 49 states in the country? It turns out, Ohio homes remain more affordable than in most other places. The median home value in Ohio as of April 2022 is $221,200, more than $175,000 […]

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7 Key Real Estate Trends for 2023-2025

This report will examine the top seven trends set to impact the real estate industry in 2023 and beyond. One of the key underlying drivers for these trends is a relocation from big cities to the suburbs — a development that was occurring before 2020. But was accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. But there are […]

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Experts seeing shift in Greater Cleveland housing market; increase in rental construction among reasons

PEPPER PIKE, Ohio — For the past few years, the housing market across the country has been surging. But numbers reported by real estate company Keller Williams last month show a 43% decline in homes sold and a 39% increase in homes for sale. Keller William’s report for January shows: Those numbers, one realtor says, […]

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Cleveland Housing Market: House Prices & Trends

The Cleveland housing market is somewhat competitive. Homes in Cleveland receive 2 offers on average and sell in around 34 days. The median sale price of a home in Cleveland was $128K last month, up 11.1% since last year. The median sale price per square foot in Cleveland is $86, down 1.7% since last year. […]

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Market Trends

Understanding market trends can help estate agents demonstrate their local knowledge. Add key statistics to your newsletters, assess the viability of sales catchment areas, educate your team, and deepen relationships by giving customers meaningful insights on local market estimates, ultimately helping start the listing conversations. Source