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Four Waterfalls Hidden in Central Ohio

Waterfalls are one of the most beautiful natural wonders. There’s just something about the beauty of the water falling down the rocks and the gentle rush and sound of the water. To some, sitting and watching a waterfall is a therapeutic experience that brings a sense of calm happiness and peace. Did you know there are four beautiful waterfalls hidden right in the center of Ohio. Some are smack in the middle of Columbus.4 Hidden Waterfalls in Central Ohio

Here are four beautiful waterfalls hidden in central Ohio you may have never known about:

Hayden Falls

Hayden Falls is located in the ...

What Does it Cost to Sell A House?

If you are ready to sell your house you may be left with a long list of questions, one of the more popular being what you will actually end up profiting off of the sale and how much you will have to pay in order to get your home on the market and then close the deal. There is no set amount of costs associated with a Real Estate sale, however, there are a few fees and percentages that you can generally follow as a good rule of thumb.What Does it Cost to Sell A House?

Agent Commissions

The commissions that will be paid out to the agents are where you will see the largest price tag. This is generally 6% of the sale price and that amount is then divided between your agent as well as the buyer's agent. For example:

  • Sale Price: $400,000...

Interesting Little Known Facts About Westerville Ohio

Interesting Little Known Facts About Westerville OhioIt is always a good idea to find out as much about a place as possible before deciding to purchase a home there. The most important things to learn are the lesser-known or little things about a town to really get a feel for what it would be like to live there. Here are some interesting and little-known facts about Westerville Ohio to help you get a feel for what it would be like to live there.

Westerville was once named America's Best suburb

In 2013 the site Movato named Westerville the best suburb in the entire country to live in. They released a list of top 10 suburbs after doing extensive research of what it would be like to live in each area, and Westerville came out as number one on the top of the list...

Why Does the Listing Say the Sale is “Contingent?”

Why Does the Listing Say the Sale is “Contingent?”

Browsing online Real Estate listings and house hunting is easily one of the more stressful experiences that you may face throughout life. While working with the right agent can indeed help eliminate a large majority of the stress associated with both selling or buying a home, it is important to ensure you fully understand listings as well as the contingencies that they may hold prior to placing an offer.

While it may not be overly common, in some cases you may find a house you love, however within the listing it states that the sale of the property is “contingent.” This could be for a handful...

Life in Buckeye Lake Ohio

Buckeye Lake is a small town of Central Ohio that is experiencing revitalization. Many who come to visit Buckeye Lake find it very special and end up purchasing real estate to come back frequently or live full-time. The town of Buckeye Lake and surrounding areas near the large actual lake offer year-round opportunities for boating, fishing, a large variety of water sports, some of the best duck hunting spots in the state, ice fishing, snowmobiling, and ice racing with motorcycles and ATVs.Life in Buckeye Lake Ohio | Fun Things to Do

The large Buckeye Lake of course is the main draw to the town of Buckeye Lake in addition to all of the great things to do in Buckeye Lake and on...