Tom's Thoughts

Dayton is the place to be when you want to enjoy fun and excitement this summer or any time of year. Our real estate agents know Dayton is one of the top communities in Ohio for many good reasons: There's a thriving arts scene, amazing shopping, beautiful nature, and so much more.

Dayton homes for sale continue to be some of the most desirable in Ohio. Once you visit for the first time, you may find that you never wan...

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If you're selling your home, our real estate agents frequently recommend scheduling an open house. An open house gives several potential buyers a chance to see your home. Our team has helped with open houses all throughout Ohio, including the Greater Dayton and surrounding areas. Here are a few tips to help you get your home ready for an open house.

• Complete Any Necessary Repairs to Your Home
  You want any repairs to your home to be completed before your open house. Buyers will exp...

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Greene County is a gem full of amazing opportunities for shopping, dining, culture, and outdoor exploration. Our real estate agents know that it can be difficult to know where to even get started with your first trip to Greene County. We want to help you make the most of it, whether you're a visitor or a new homeowner!

Greene County is known far and wide as the birthplace of aviation, so those who are fascinated by the story of Orville and Wilbu...

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When you own your home, things are going to break and, unless you want to spend your money on visits from a neighborhood handyman, you're going to need to fix them yourself. Luckily, you don't need an arsenal of tools to handle most home maintenance fixes. These five tools will cover most of your basic projects.

1. Cordless drill. A cordless drill is a must-have for installing cabinets, drawer pulls, hinges, picture frames, shelves and hooks, and more. Whether it's for do-it-yourself projects or repairs, you'll use your cordless drill just about every month.
2. Drain cleaners. Shower and bathroom sink drains are susceptible to clogs because of the daily buildup of hair and whisker clippings. You can use chemical clog removers like Drano, but they're expensive and the lingering chemical scent is unpleasant. Instead, buy some plastic drain cleaners that can reach into the drain to pull out the clog of hai...

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Refinancing your mortgage is something most homeowners consider at least once throughout the lifespan of their home loan. It allows you to pay off your previous loan by applying for a new one that has better financial advantages. While there are many good reasons to refinance, here are five common ones.

• Scoring a lower interest rate. The number one reason homeowners decide to refinance is to secure a lower interest rate on their mortgage. Not only does this save you money in the long run and decrease your monthly payment, but you can start building equity in your home sooner.
• Using an improved credit score. Even if interest rates have not dropped in the market, if you've improved your credit score over the last few years, you may be able to reduce your mortgage rate.
• Shortening the loan's term. If interest rates are decreasing, there is a chance you may be able to get a shorter loan term with little to no change in your monthly payment, allowing yo...

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