Dedication! The Memorial Day Run in the Rain!

These drenched runners kept coming!

Hope you enjoy your day!

Take care, Susan

Have a Relaxing Memorial Day Weekend...

Thanking those who served, serve & yet to serve!

Remember that the Memorial Day run is Monday in UA! You might catch Judy Smith on our team like we did last year! Thanks for troop 417 for handing our waters last year. I am sure they will be back!

Take care, Susan

1953? Really?

RATES are the lowest they have been since 1953. If you are thinking of refinancing, or making a move, it is an incredibly good time to so do! Let us know if you need help with referrals for a refinance or new mortgage. We are here to help!

Take care, Susan

To Piggyback on Yesterday's Post

Do you EVER EVER send money to Africa when you see a home listed for rent on Craig's List?

The answer is:

NO! NO! NO!

I find it unbelievable that folks will call us as listing agents asking if a home is for rent and argue that they spoke "with the owner" who is living in South Africa. (Like we are just clueless agents)! Finally, after much discussion and explaining how the scam works, they will say "wow, I never thought that could happen in Ohio!"

It does. Don't every send money overseas for a rental. Period.

Take care, SUsan

Can you back date a contract to April 30th for the tax credit?

For the third time this week I have been asked this question and

The simple answer is:

NO! NO! and NO!

Any other questions?

Take care, Susan

Gratitudes & Attitudes

“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word,

a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring,

all of which have the potential to turn a life around,” - Leo Buscaglia


Today, my sweet clients told me they appreciated my help this week. I went shopping for lighting, track lights, bulbs, switch plates etc. It took a bit of time to find some of the items & had to special order some parts, but it is all part of the job. On top of it I found a wonderful electrician who came and installed everything the day before the open house. It was my pleasure to help them, yet so many times we find that we just don't get a small "thank you" when you do something outside the box. So, once again, I am happy my Home Economics degree came in handy! But, most of all, it is so nice to know that those extra things you go out of your way to do are appreciated! Of course our clients know we apprecitate them!

Happy Sunday Evening! Susan

The Best Homes will be Open May 16, 2010 2-4pm with The Wainfor Advantage Group!

Click the links to be directed to the listing detail pages!


SCIOTO RUN is home to this custom built home on a lovely cul-de-sac. A beautiful 3 season room, vaulted great room with separate family room & kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, updated lighting and so much more! A finished lower level with daylight windows makes for a sunny disposition when working out in the work out room! Just lowered to $296,900, this home is awaiting your visit!







WESTON TRAILS Better than new home with over 3000 sq ft of beautiful living space with lots of light & happiness. First floor utility, den, enormous family room, two story entry and full basement. Come visit Sunday to see why you should consider buying this lovely home! Asking $299,900!








BRITTON FARMS Unbelievable space in this Britton Farms beauty! Over 2900 sq ft of beautifully maintained living space with 4 bedrooms, plus a loft over looking the family room. A lovely deck, first floor utility, living & dining rooms make it a perfect home for entertaining! Asking $299,900





RIDGEWOOD is the home for this lovely updated 4 level split! You will enjoy this neighborhood within walking distance of the Hilliard pool! You will be thrilled with the space! A screened porch overlooks a well manicured lawn. Asking $229,900




GRIGGSVIEW This first floor ranch unit in Griggsview will be open from 2-4pm Don't miss this one with a fabulous view of the changing seasons from the great room & kitchen! 2 Bedrooms, first floor utility room, 2 full baths, brick raised hearth fireplace & a one plus car garage will make you know that this is the one! Asking $149,900

Life After April 30, 2010 for Real Estate...

The past 2 months were very busy for our team and now we are just waiting a bit to get a feeling for what is in store for the rest of the year. There has been absolutely no mention of an extension for the tax credit, so we believe this is the end for now. I personally wish they would extend a tax incentive for everyone including multi-family housing. Not for $8,000 but maybe $5000? That would help everyone, not just those who might fit a certain profile. There have been a fair number of people telling us that they were disappointed because they missed a deadline by a month or two. Which leads to the saying "life isn't always fair". But, now we will see what the true market will bear in the coming months.

Take care, Susan