Toledo Real Estate Blog

The 4 Joys of Being Pre-Approved!

2007-01-19T16:42:00Z

Wondering why people who are pre-approved through a reputable local lender are so happy when they are looking for a home? The joy of being pre-approved that’s why! Here are 4 ways that being pre-approved can make the home buying experience much more enjoyable for you and your family.

1. Freedom! The freedom to look at homes knowing you have the financing already handled releases a huge weight off of your shoulders. It gives you confidence knowing a local financial institution will back your decision to buy a new home.

2. Negotiating Power! When you make an offer on a home while being pre-approved through a reputable local lender it puts you ahead of the pack. Say there is a multiple offer situation where you are up against two other people who wish to purchase the same home as you. Let’s say one of the others is pre-approved through a lender that the owner and owner’s agent have never heard of, and the third person is not pre-approved at all. You just jumped to the front of the line! People feel more comfortable accepting offers from buyers that are pre-approved with local lenders, period.

3. Getting the Home You Want! I’ve seen it happen all too often where a person finds their dream home only to have someone else buy it before they can because they were not pre-approved. It’s a heartbreaking experience to lose a home to this, and it takes some a long time to recover from this experience.

4. Confidence and Comfort! A pre-approval allows you to look at homes that are in your comfort zone, and it gives you confidence knowing that you are looking at the right homes. There is no better feeling for you than to walk into a home, say this is the one, and know that you can make it yours!

Here are four of the ways a pre-approval can make the home buying experience a much more pleasurable experience for you and your family. Hopefully they are motivating enough for you to go get pre-approved with a reputable local lender before finding the home of your dreams.

Market Starting To Pick Up

2007-01-17T16:02:00Z

After a slow fall market that saw lots of homes come on the market, but few sell, we're seeing a definite uptick in activity. Our website visits have doubled over the previous months, requests for showings are better than they've been in months, and the phone is starting to ring again.

There's a couple of reasons for this. First, there's a lot of pent up buying demand as buyers stood on the sidelines waiting to see what was going to happen with interest rates, the election, and prices. This was a time of lowball offers that sellers didn't accept so few homes were sold.

Prices in the Toledo real estate market have stayed steady. We didn't experience the overpriced market seen on the east and west coasts - we didn't experience a ballon that the air needed to escape from. Predictions are for another year of 2%-4% price appreciation, which is what we've been seeing for some time.

This upswing seems to be both the season uptick that we get at the beginning of the new year and the realization by home buyers that this is a fantastic environment to buy a home - low rates and high inventories.

2 Story For Sale in Perrysburg

2007-01-05T23:50:00Z

• 2,268 sq. ft., 3 bath, 4 bdrm 2 story - MLS® $224,900 - Meticulously Cared For

Perrysburg, Perrysburg - Built with a growing family in mind, this meticulously cared for, family home is located inside the boundary streets of Perrysburg. The deep, well manicured, half acre lot is located on a quiet street.
Experience the flavor and serenity of old Perrysburg. Kids can easily ride their bikes to schools, recreation, and ice cream!
The huge back yard could hold pool plus tennis plus whatever else you can think of.
This four bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home has a finished basement, including a second wood burning fireplace in the basement plus a wet bar. Lots of other room in the basement for a pool room and exercise room.
Recent updates include roof, furnace, hot water heater, and windows. 1st floor laundry. Sunroom. Very few in-town properties can compare.

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1020 Cherry Street in Perrysburg

2007-01-05T23:50:00Z

Perrysburg, Perrysburg - Announcing a price reduction on 1020 Cherry Street, a 2,268 sq. ft., 3 bath, 4 bdrm 2 story. Now MLS® $224,900 - Meticulously Cared For.

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Toledo Home Buyer’s – Be Thankful This Holiday Season!

2006-12-15T19:05:00Z

This holiday season buyer’s of Toledo area real estate have awesome buying conditions to be thankful for. There has been no better time in recent history to buy real estate in the Toledo area.

Why????

Selection! Right now the selection of Toledo area real estate for sale is unbelievable. The number of available homes in all varieties is staggering. You may never find such a selection as you will right now.

Low Rates! Along with historically low interest rates, there is a wider variety of loan programs than ever before making owning a home available to more and more people every single day.

Negotiating Power! Due to the large selection of nice homes on the market today’s buyer has more negotiating power than in recent years. There are plenty of sellers that are more willing to negotiate in the past due to current market conditions, and buyers are reaping the benefits.

With all three of forces working together it gives buyers of Toledo area real estate plenty to be thankful for this year.

Open House at 3226 River Road

2006-11-16T00:06:10Z

We invite everyone to visit our open house at 3226 River Road from the dates of Nov 19 2006, 1:00PM until Nov 19 2006, 3:00PM.

A bit about the listing:
Enjoy the outdoor splendor of the towering trees providing shade and comfort to this beautiful home. The grandeur lives on as a result of the careful restoration by a dedicated home owner. All major items have been updated including roof,boiler,and both bathrooms. 9 ft. ceilings,hardwood floors,and loving attention to detail make this truly a River Road classic!

Property For Sale at 4546 Haddington!

2006-11-16T00:06:08Z

4546 Haddington
Toledo

Tastefully decorated three bedroom home in the Franklin Park area. All new windows, three year old roof, upgraded electric. Great patio area in the private back yard to enjoy those summer evenings and cookouts with friends. The eat-in kitchen has been recently updated with new cabinets, counter tops, and flooring. Full basement. Home warranty available.
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Price: $115900USD

Property For Sale at 1201 Mason!

2006-11-16T00:06:04Z

1201 Mason
Toledo

Beautiful Move-In condition, 4 Bedroom home. This home has lots of space for your family. Large Living, Dining, and Den. Ceiling Fans in Master Bedroom, Living, Dining, and Den. Over 1700 sq. ft. of living space, plus an usable basement, with an usable, private toilet.. Central Air, Cable TV, Fenced Yard, Garage. Extensive Home Warranty available. Visit www.1201Mason.com for interior pictures.
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Price: $69900USD

Property For Sale at 3226 River Road!

2006-11-16T00:05:59Z

3226 River Road
Toledo

Enjoy the outdoor splendor of the towering trees providing shade and comfort to this beautiful home. The grandeur lives on as a result of the careful restoration by a dedicated home owner. All major items have been updated including roof,boiler,and both bathrooms. 9 ft. ceilings,hardwood floors,and loving attention to detail make this truly a River Road classic!

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Price: $195000USD

Property For Sale at 5030 Hallgate!

2006-11-16T00:05:55Z

5030 Hallgate
Toledo

Move-in ready, brick home. Like new condition. Newer furnace, A/C, carpet, electrical. Fenced yard, garage, extensive home warranty, all appliances stay. Unfinished dormer will make great 3rd bedroom, with your custom features. Owner selling only due to relocation; their loss is your gain.
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Price: $95000USD

Property For Sale at 80 Nottingham Cross!

2006-11-16T00:05:50Z

80 Nottingham Cross
Bowling Green

This beautifully decorated villa features a spectacular open floor plan with a high-end kitchen equipped with a granite sink, Moen faucet, lots of wood cabinets, Jenn-Air dual source/convection oven, LG dishwasher, and more.
The great room is a warm welcoming 18x24 space with 18 foot vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace, remote operated custom blinds, and water views. The deck is just off the dining area, which adjoins the great room. The master suite also has a water view. The master bath is furnished with a custom-built linen closet, a 7 ft. dual sink vanity and a large walk-in closet. A large (16x16) second bedroom has it's own full bath; currently used as a child's room, this would be a great guest room. The third bedroom, also with it's own full bath is on the first floor at the opposite end of the floor plan from the master.
The fully finished basement features built-in bookcases, upgraded lighting, carpet, glass-block windows, and a full bath; over 600 sq. ft. of space for work, play or entertaining. This Heaton-built home has all the quality you would expect: Pella windows, upgraded trim and a combination of ceramic and lush carpeted floors. Call now to arrange your personal tour.
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Price: $273000USD

Property For Sale at 1049 Lakehurst!

2006-11-16T00:05:33Z

1049 Lakehurst
Northwood

Buildable residential lot in subdivision. Close to shopping, etc.
Association fee allows use of club house, pool, and tennis. Nice size for building your dream home.
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Price: $19900USD

Property For Sale at 607 High Pines Drive!

2006-11-16T00:05:28Z

607 High Pines Drive
Toledo

Escape from the hustle and bustle to your own private luxury villa located in a quiet wooded setting. From the solid oak front entry door (w/decorative glass insert) to the large patio with access from the family room, this villa speaks quality and value. Enjoy the Eat-in kitchen w/vaulted ceiling, skylight, and lots of warm wood cabinets. Ceramic flooring at entry, kitchen and both baths. The large bedrooms have walk-in closets, ceiling fans, and there’s a den (or third bedroom). The family room has a gas fireplace, an 8 ft. wide door to the patio, and it’s just steps off the kitchen. The 2 car attached garage has additional storage. Equipment includes dishwasher, oven range, microwave, garbage disposal, and garage door opener. No condo fee; small annual HOA covers lawn and snow removal. Springfield schools. Get in early to customize. Only 16 available.
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Price: $198500USD