Monday, March 30, 2009

Recreation Centers to Open!

Recreations centers to open again! I had been worried about all of the folks who were not going to be using the recreation centers after they closed. It just seemed like a really bad idea! So, this is great news for the recreation centers in Columbus Ohio!

Happy sunshiney Monday to you! Susan

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Trends for Columbus Ohio Are Positive!

Click here for an interesting read on why we are so fortunate to live in Columbus Ohio. It has been such a great city for our family to live, work and go to school. With the variety of jobs and being the capital, we have an excellent diversity here that you don't see in other Ohio cities.

A stable yet strong real estate market in Columbus Ohio is a sure sign of a good economic climate.

Have a great evening! Susan

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Great News for Housing Starts!

Housing starts up

Click the above link to see the great news for the economy! With the start of new housing, the start of jobs will flow. This is great news for our economy both close to home and across the country!

Have a sun filled day! Susan

Sunday, March 15, 2009

Spring Starts March 20th at 7:44am!


Doesn't that sound absolutely wonderful? I am so ready for sunshine, flowers poking up and listening to the birds cheer us on.




Spring market started early for us this year! If you think real estate is not thriving in central Ohio, then you haven't been out on a Sunday afternoon! If ou are thinking of buying, now is the time for the most choices. Some sellers have pulled their homes off the market until the "market turns around". My personal advice is to get them on as soon as possible.


Happy Spring...6 days early! Susan

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Real Estate Agents Need to Take Preventative Action

Today's economic woes and tribulations are part of doing real estate transactions. You serve as mentors, confidants, and marriage couselors at many points in your career. Today, there was a shooting of an office manager in a real estate office. It bears repeating that if your agent asks you to provide id, please don't be offended. The stories are out there and they are real. Please know that we need to do so before we drive off in our cars and leave ourselves vulnerable. If you request a showing on a vacant home, the agent may bring someone with them or request that you meet at the office first. That is normal protocal. Our hearts break for the gentleman who is fighting for his life as we speak.

Have a good evening. Susan

Friday, March 6, 2009

One Grad Got a Job! This was the only feel good article out there today!


Wow, I searched high and low and finally found a "keeper"! We have had this ongoing conversation in our office about how it has been a long time since there has been any "good news" in the media or on the internet. So when I saw this it leapt off the page and onto my blog! I know....it's Friiiiiddddaaay when you get a little silly. Have a great 70 degree weekend!


and... click here! Susan

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Unemployment Figures for Ohio


The unemployment figures are out! Here they are county by county. Let's be grateful for the small things in life like living in Franklin and Delaware counties! We are blessed to be in an economically diverse area rich with great employers and opportunities.

Hope you are staying toasty on this cold night! Susan

Home and Garden Show in Columbus Ohio!

Get out of your house and come visit the Home and Garden Show! Nothing like it to beat the winter blues (grays) in Columbus Ohio. It has had rave reviews and everyone is loving the new concept based on a movie theme!

Have fun! Susan