Real Estate News from the Parrish Team, the Premier Realtors in Columbus and Central Ohio http://www.chipandsue.com Copyright 2008 The Parrish Team Central Ohio Residential Home Sales www.columbusrealtors.com              ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=132 2012/2012/2012 Traditionally, most homes have sold during the spring months. In the current volatile housing market, the time of year is not the most reliable predic... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=133 2012/2012/2012 Central Ohio Residential Home Sales www.columbusrealtors.com              ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=130 2012/2012/2012 The unusually warm 2012, great interest rates and continued consumer confidence has brought a lot of new buyers and sellers into the market. First qu... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=131 2012/2012/2012 If You're a Buyer... The chance that your dream home is going to drop a lot in price is slim. Prices are still a moving target in some areas, su... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=128 2012/2012/2012 Central Ohio Residential Home Sales www.columbusrealtors.com              ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=129 2012/2012/2012 The housing market in Dublin City school district fared well over-all in 2011.  Here is a recap: Active homes for sale at year end  - 456 p... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=127 2012/2012/2012 Franklin County Residential Home Sales www.columbusrealtors.com              ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=124 2012/2012/2012 A Look Back—Overview of 2011 Home Sales were up 4% in December over November Home Sales were up 12% in 2011 over 2010 The Median home sale... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=125 2012/2012/2012 Although the housing market struggled to maintain an even footing in 2011, gradual improvement is expected in 2012 and beyond. Lawrence Yun, chief eco... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=126 2012/2012/2012 November marks the fifth consecutive month of increased home sales in central Ohio this year after the first half of the year struggled to keep up wi... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=122 2011/2011/2011 Central Ohio Housing Report www.columbusrealtors.com               &nbs... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=123 2011/2011/2011 Baby Boomers are ready to move into smaller quarters much earlier in life and some while still working. They are not necessarily ‘downsizingR... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=121 2011/2011/2011 Franklin County Residential Home Sales www.columbusrealtors.com              ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=120 2011/2011/2011 Chip and Sue recently attended a national Keller Williams Realty conference where they learned that over 70% of the U.S. population (and rising) is in... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=118 2011/2011/2011 Franklin County Residential Home Sales www.columbusrealtors.com              ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=119 2011/2011/2011 In June of this year, 2,552 homes were put in contract marking a 54.6 percent increase over the number of homes put in contract in June of last year. ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=116 2011/2011/2011 Advantages of a new M/I home: You are the first person to live in your new M/I home. M/I Homes offer new homes that are move-in ready. An M/I hom... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=117 2011/2011/2011 Having such strong increases in both new listings and in contracts is a good sign for the central Ohio housing market.  According to the Columbus... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=114 2011/2011/2011 Just a few years ago, residential property prices were at an all time high. Loans to finance the American dream of homeownership were plentiful and ea... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=115 2011/2011/2011 We're getting there, back to what we like to call a stable market. April's numbers show us that we are beginning to balance back out with le... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=112 2011/2011/2011 There are many things to do and see this summer at our metro parks. Each park offers activities and classes that are educational and free for the whol... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=113 2011/2011/2011 2011 is building speed! We saw the month of March with nearly a 32% rise in sales over February. While we are still under the numbers of 2010, the fir... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=109 2011/2011/2011 Gas prices are on the rise so check out these fuel tips to help save gas between fill-ups: Keep your cool. Aggressive driving or rapid acceleration... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=110 2011/2011/2011 Some say "Go big or go home" but that isn't always the case. Even the little things count when talking about Going Green! The easie... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=111 2011/2011/2011 Home sales are down 2.2% and we’re happy about that. Yes, compared to February of last year, the number of closed sales in Franklin county this ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=106 2011/2011/2011 Obtain your credit report and check it closely, dispute any errors. Make your payments on time. If you need to, set up reminders on a calendar or ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=107 2011/2011/2011 Got bad credit? Well, it’s not the end of the world. The good news for buyers who are looking for an FHA loan is no specific FICO score is neede... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=108 2011/2011/2011 With fewer homes on the market your home needs to be priced well and staged properly to suit buyer's needs and to make your home stand out. Kno... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=102 2011/2011/2011 January statistics indicate a winter hibernation with fewer homes sold, even fewer homes in contract, and a decrease in sales prices when compared to ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=103 2011/2011/2011 Home ownership provides tax savings in the form of deductions from mortgage interest, property tax, and other payments associated with financing a h... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=104 2011/2011/2011 Thinking about buying a home? You may want to get in while the getting's good. Despite unemployment rates, the number of foreclosures, and overal... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=105 2011/2011/2011 Home sales statistics for central Ohio in 2010 shows marked improvement compared to previous years according to the Columbus Board of Realtors. Averag... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=99 2011/2011/2011 With so many homes on the market how do you narrow down the search? Here are some tips to help you find the home that's right for you! Pick... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=100 2011/2011/2011 There are many reasons why you might not be ready to take the plunge and sell your home. Let's take a look at just a few of those reasons. For s... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=101 2011/2011/2011 The November housing statistics below show us fairly comparable numbers from October 2010 to November 2010. But what about the November 2010 to the No... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=95 2011/2011/2011 Interest rates are great right now especially for those with a great credit score. Here are ways to improve your credit score: Know your credit sco... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=96 2011/2011/2011 It’s not too early to start thinking about filing your taxes. Here are a few tips to get a head start. Gather documents now and be on the loo... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=97 2011/2011/2011 Looking to give your home a new look for the new year? Or maybe you are looking for simple ways to give your home an edge when it comes to making buye... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=98 2011/2011/2011 Those of you who feel that no news is good news will be happy to hear that 2010 homes sales are exactly where there were a year ago. This means that t... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=92 2010/2010/2010 Yes, we’re talking about interests rates! You may be beating yourself up for missing out on the $8000 Home Buyer Tax Credit. But don’t kn... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=93 2010/2010/2010 December is a time for spreading Christmas cheer, just be sure not to spread your check book further than it can reach. Keep to your Christmas list an... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=94 2010/2010/2010       Don't fret because you missed out on $8,000 tax credit !!!    If you buy a home now, at today&... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=91 2010/2010/2010 If you’re well prepared, and don’t mind standing in long lines, then Black Friday is the shopping day for you. Retailers will be slashing ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=88 2010/2010/2010 Know the retailer, only shop from reputable stores, and read the return policies. Check out the reviews from other customers, the good and the bad. ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=89 2010/2010/2010 Now nine months in from the beginning of the year, and we are seeing a 7.4% increase in the average sales price of a home from January through Septemb... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=90 2010/2010/2010 Known to the Native Americans as isquoter squash, this fruit (yes it's a fruit) is otherwise known as the pumpkin. Pumpkins, indigenous to the we... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=84 2010/2010/2010 Home Maintenance Checklist Store hoses, drain and turn off home sprinkler systems. Take window screens out and store. Cover the wood pile. Cut b... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=85 2010/2010/2010 Rinse the seeds to clean off any stringy remains of pumpkin guts. Let the seeds dry off on a paper towel or brown paper bag overnight. Spray a bak... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=86 2010/2010/2010 August numbers pick up to show a welcome increase over July's statistics. As an 8 month total, we see a 9.2% increase in sales over the same peri... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=87 2010/2010/2010 A nickname for residents of Columbus, going all the way back to 1788, is a "Buckeye", which means you are a loyal fan to the Ohio State Univ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=81 2010/2010/2010 District Report Cards show the progress that Ohio's schools and districts have made over the past school year. This progress is calculated using ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=82 2010/2010/2010 July's real estate numbers may not be so hot, but the numbers that we are seeing with interest rates are certainly hot-hot-hot! With the expirat... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=83 2010/2010/2010 Summertime brings a chance to get a much needed change of scenery. We can also benefit from the sunny skies and fresh air of summer during outdoor exe... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=77 2010/2010/2010 So you think it's hot out? Are you sitting there at the ball diamond, or football stadium watching your son, daughter, relative, or friend play a... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=78 2010/2010/2010 Heat cramps: Heat cramps are an early indicator that you are over doing it, resulting in muscle pains and spasms due to heavy exertion. Heat exhausti... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=79 2010/2010/2010 Continuing to ride the wave, June's home sales increased by 10% over last June, a trend that we have seen each month as the market continues to g... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=80 2010/2010/2010 Don’t fret because you missed out on $8,000 tax credit! If you buy a home now, at today's low interest rates, you can gain $54,612!... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=76 2010/2010/2010 As guests approach your house, be sure to set the mood with a winning first impression. Curb appeal is very important to both sellers and buyers. A ho... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=70 2010/2010/2010 Brush up on your Patriotism! Take this short quiz: The 4th of July was not declared a national holiday until the year______. The national anthem ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=71 2010/2010/2010 It's a favorite treat of many Ohioans and Americans alike. It's a special treat in the hot summer months, so it's no wonder that July i... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=72 2010/2010/2010 With the April 30th conclusion of the First Time Home Buyer’s Tax Credit, one may have thought that the real estate market would slow down, but ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=73 2010/2010/2010 In 1984, President Ronald Reagan declared July as National Ice Cream Month. The average person consumes 15 quarts of ice cream in 1 year. Vanilla ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=74 2010/2010/2010 Ohio Summer "STAY-CATIONS " While some are gearing up for summer vacations to the beach or mountains, many are looking for ways to enjoy su... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=66 2010/2010/2010 2009 Columbus Real Estate Customer Profile As reported by the National Association of Realtors: www.ColumbusRealtors.com 51% of recent home buy... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=67 2010/2010/2010 Hot off the Grill . . . Summer is here and so is the smell of bar-b-que on the grill. From hot dogs, to chicken, to shish-ka-bobs, we all have a favo... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=68 2010/2010/2010 Central Ohio Home Sales Headlines on the Columbus Board of Realtors website reads, “April saw a 40 percent increase in home sales in central Oh... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=69 2010/2010/2010 Get Gardening . . . So you’re ready to start your vegetable garden, but where do you start? If this is your first garden, you’ll want to... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=62 2010/2010/2010 RECYCLING FACTS 1 recycled tin can would save enough energy to power a television for 3 hours. 1 recycled glass bottle would save enough energy to... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=63 2010/2010/2010 Get in the GREEN habit! I think by now we are all aware that we should be more aware of how much we consume, and the need to recycle and go green. Bu... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=64 2010/2010/2010 March 2010 Market Report The first quarter of 2010 is certainly off to a good start. Thanks in part to the tax credit, home sales were up 12.5% over ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=65 2010/2010/2010 A “HOW TO” for Garage Sales Having a garage sale? Be sure to check to see if you need a permit to have a garage sale? Check with your cit... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=58 2010/2010/2010 What’s Hiding in Your Closet? Spring weather is finally upon us so pack up those winter clothes and get busy organizing your closets with the s... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=59 2010/2010/2010 Looking for Some Outdoor Fun? Dawes Arboretum - Located 35 miles east of Columbus, one can enjoy seasonal gardens, walking trails, bonsai, wetlands... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=60 2010/2010/2010 Columbus Real Estate Market off to Promising Start The Real Estate Market is off to a promising start so far this year. Home sale prices are steadily... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=61 2010/2010/2010 Don’t get burned . . . We are all trying to stay warm this winter, and those with fireplaces or wood burning stoves are keeping them stoked as t... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=54 2010/2010/2010 REMEMBER THE TAX CREDIT! Thankfully buyers can continue to benefit from the tax credit. Qualifying first time home buyers and eligible current homeo... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=55 2010/2010/2010 THE RECIPE FOR GREEN Mix 1 part LOVE, 1 part CONCERN, and 1 part COMMON SENSE In a good way that is. We’re talking about the growing trend of c... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=56 2010/2010/2010 The Columbus area real estate market continues to make gains as the numbers continue to show up positive. With the levels of supply and demand equalin... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=57 2010/2010/2010 16th Annual Event is a Success! Chip and Sue Parrish, of Keller Williams Classic Properties Realty, have successfully wrapped up 2009 by hosting thei... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=48 2010/2010/2010 Get Clipping! Coupons aren’t just in the newspaper anymore. You can find a whole world of coupons online, free and ready for you to print and s... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=49 2010/2010/2010 TOP 10 New Year’s Resolutions according to Squidoo.com Quit smoking Get fit Lose weight Enjoy life more Quit drinking Get organized Le... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=50 2010/2010/2010 FUN FACTS 45% of Americans usually set New Year’s Resolutions; 17% infrequently set resolutions; 38% absolutely never set resolutions. 63% of ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=51 2010/2010/2010 2010 - READY FOR BLAST OFF ! Thanks to historically low interest rates and the extension of the Home Buyer Tax Credit, November was able to post numb... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=52 2010/2010/2010 Here's what's happening in your neck of the woods . . . Single Family Homes and Condos By School District / Nov. 2009 # of Total ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=53 2010/2010/2010  Please join us in this FREE First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Seminar on January 23 and January 30, 2010 sponsored by Dominion Homes. Click on t... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=47 2010/2010/2010 The First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit has certainly helped to perk up the Columbus real estate market as we saw an increase in September sales by 10.3%... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=44 2009/2009/2009 There's nothing short about it. Short sales get their name by the sales price falling short of what is actually owed on the mortgage. Homeowners ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=45 2009/2009/2009 It's been 3 years now since our real estate market has seen numbers like these. For the first time since 2006, September saw an increase in home ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=46 2009/2009/2009 We all know how important it is to negotiate the best deal you can get when it comes to Real Estate purchases, but don't forgo what's really... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=37 2009/2009/2009 Don�t forget to take advantage of the $8000 First-Time First-Homebuyer Tax Credit. This credit does not need to be repaid, and is only availabl... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=39 2009/2009/2009 You may want to think twice before making changes in your credit and financial history. Maybe you are thinking about closing a credit card that you ba... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=40 2009/2009/2009 Fun Facts $7.1 Billion - The amount of money spent in kid's clothing stores in 006. 78.8 Million - The number of students in the U.S. from pres... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=41 2009/2009/2009 This past June, Columbus saw it's best real estate numbers for the past 10 months. As the market is leveling out again we are seeing supply and d... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=42 2009/2009/2009 Single Family Homes and Condos By School District / June 2009 # of Total Listing/SalesAvg. Sales Price% SP/LPHilliard 564 / 134 $182,126... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=43 2009/2009/2009 Did you know that according to the U.S. Department of Energy, 7% of all the energy consumed in the U.S. is used for lighting? President Obama is wo... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=32 2009/2009/2009 When shopping for appliances, going cheaper isn't always the most cost effective way to go. By buying an appliance with the Energy Star tag yo... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=33 2009/2009/2009 Sure, your're packed and ready to go. You've checked your list and haven't forgotten anything. You are ready to get away from it all. B... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=34 2009/2009/2009 Don't cut more than a third of the height. Don't cut your grass too short, higher cut grass looks better and keeps crabgrass out ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=35 2009/2009/2009 May home sale prices keep with the pattern of increase from the start of 2009, even increasing over May of last year. May's sales prices increase... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=36 2009/2009/2009 Looking for up to the minute reports on the real estate market in your neighborhood? In this changing market it's hard to stay informed. Each day... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=28 2009/2009/2009 Make raised flower beds for better access. Sit on a stool or other type of gardening scooter to reduce back strain. Use mulch to hold in water ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=31 2009/2009/2009 It's summer time and that means time to break out the sunscreen. SPF stands for sun protection factor, and no matter what the number on your bott... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=29 2009/2009/2009 April showed more signs of the real estate market beginning to level out. When this happens both buyer and seller see benefits on a more level playing... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=30 2009/2009/2009 First-time homebuyers are leading the market slowly back to recovery as homes sales increased in March. Sales were the highest they've been since... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=27 2009/2009/2009 Waiting for the right moment to buy your first home? Consumer confidence is building again, partly in response to the favorable considerations of the ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=25 2009/2009/2009 We all know the saying, "Location, Location, Location." Now days, the listing price of your home is just as important. Be sure to keep in mi... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=26 2009/2009/2009 You've found the home of your dreams. But did you know the roof leaks, or the basement floods, or mildew is present? You need to learn as much as... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=22 2009/2009/2009 The days of sitting down at the kitchen table and turning through the Sunday paper to browse the new home listings is becoming a thing of the past. Wi... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=23 2009/2009/2009 Home sales are still low compared to 2008, but that's no reason not to keep a healthy attitude towards real estate. Despite recent layoffs and th... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=24 2009/2009/2009  Spring is right around the corner and that means there will be lots real estate signs popping up in yards.  Will your home be one of t... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=21 2009/2009/2009 With the approval of the stimulus package comes some great news for first time home buyers!  There have been some revisions made to the tax credi... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=20 2009/2009/2009    - Take a hike at one of the many metro parks; plan a picnic, take along some hot chocolate or roast marshmallows together. www.metropark... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=17 2009/2009/2009   The numbers are in, indicating that central Ohio is staying on target, faring better than Ohio' s numbers and much of the nation... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=18 2009/2009/2009   The housing industry believes that first time home buyers are the key to boosting the market.  So to inspire new buyers to get moving on ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=19 2009/2009/2009  Home Buyer Tax Credit- Can the $7500 be better ?? Stay tuned- life for first time home buyers could be getting even  better  - a... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=16 2009/2009/2009 Although the media would like you to believe that the only news in Real Estate is bad news - the Parrish Team has a different message for you!  W... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=15 2009/2009/2009   As of July 30th, 2008 home owners who are in jeopardy of losing their homes due to foreclosure now have another alternative to keep their home... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=14 2008/2008/2008  We all know what a great place Columbus is to raise a family, work and vacation from, but did you know that Columbus is also now being considere... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=13 2008/2008/2008 Halloween is a fun time for kids and adults alike.  Who doesn't love candy, dressing up, carving pumpkins, costume parties and oh... did I m... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=12 2008/2008/2008 It's that time of year again.  No, it's not a major holiday, but it could be depending how crazy your child is driving you.  ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=11 2008/2008/2008 Not  ready to sell your home in this so called 'buyer's market'?  It's okay....if you don't have to sell...don... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=10 2008/2008/2008 This is quoted from www.Columbushousingfacts.com   The Grass really is GREENER in Central Ohio!  Columbus is the 7th most affordab... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=9 2008/2008/2008     Q.  As a first-time homebuyer, should I wait until prices go lower to buy a house? A.  Timing the market is not a good idea... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=8 2008/2008/2008 Here is a quick look at data from 3-4 bedroom single-family homes that were sold in Hilliard, Dublin, Upper Arlington and the Olentangy School Distric... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=7 2008/2008/2008 ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=6 2007/2007/2007 I am very pleased and humbled to announce that I have been elected by my 7,400 peers of the Columbus Board of REALTORS (CBR) to serve on the Board of ... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=4 2007/2007/2007 Sue and I have been awarded the Pinnacle Award by the Columbus Board of REALTORS (CBR), and we will receive them at the CBR President's Ball on D... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=5 2007/2007/2007 Did you know a resident without a social security number can purchase a home?The IRS has used the ITIN, or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=3 2007/2007/2007 Hi there and welcome to the newest part of our online web-based marketing strategy! Yes, it's a blog. You've heard about them, about how eff... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=1 2007/2007/2007 Come visit the open house on Sunday, November 18 from 2:00 to 4:00 at 2713 Kent Rd. Upper Arlington, OH 43221. Check out the listing at ChipAndSue.co... http://www.chipandsue.com/post.php?rec=2 2007/2007/2007