Linda's Guide to Real Estate

                                                                                            Old Paint--Old paint can make the room you paint stink.  Solvent-based paints are good for about 15 years.Unused sporting equipment--you can donate them to an organization like Sports Gift that helps suppl...

The data on this page is consolidated from multiple sources and includes current listings, recent sales, and more. Whether you're a buyer or seller, the knowledge you gain will help put you in control of your real estate transactions.Call or email anytime to discuss how this information can benef...

 There are things a homeowner can do to ensure that the home is appraised for maximum value1. Information is King--The first one should be a packet of information that you can hand the appraiser as he or she speeds out the door after the inspection. This packet should contain not only the basics ...

   You drive a fuel efficient car, recycle and bring your own reusable shopping bags to the store. But how can you work on reducing your carbon footprint at home? For more Americans, heating and cooling your home accounts for nearly 50 percent of personal carbon emissions. Adequate insulation. Ch...

MAUMEE MARKET UPDATE Maumee is an active community with an active real estate market.  The past month has seen an average listing price of $221,580 with a median days on the market of 59 days.  WOW!!Additional Statistics for Single Family Homes and Condos in Maumee, OH $221,580 Median Listing Pri...

PRESCRIPTION DRUGS & OPEN HOUSES It's Monday morning and you are about to look over who attended your open house yesterday.  Your phone rings and it's a call from your seller telling you that there are prescription drugs missing from their home.  WOW!  Is your seller implying that you are to faul...

PROPERTY VALUES  & REAL ESTATE AGENTS  As a real estate agent you have undoubtedly heard property owners complain about the value of their home.  Some say the value is too high and some say it is too low.                                               Those who complain that they are too low are g...

REAL ESTATE & SEX OFFENDERS(or better yet) SEX OFFENDERS & REAL ESTATE Real estate & sex offenders---How does that affect your business as a real estate agent?  Do you, as a real estate agent, know where to find information on sex offenders?                                                        ...

What is a Homestead Exemption Program?                         A Homestead Exemption Program is a type of property tax relief for those who qualify.    The exemption allows a homeowner to credit their property tax bill by $25,000 of the market value of their home from all local property taxes.   ...

 If you're looking for a quick check on your home's value, just click on the following website.  http://www.homesforsalelucascounty.com/sell/. You will receive:A market analysis of home sales in your areaan update of when new homes as they come on the market, and no phone calles, irritating email...