Columbus Oktoberfest Opens This Week
Schmidt's Columbus Oktoberfest runs September 11 through 13 at the Ohio Expo Center, with free admission, three stages of German music, and more than 100 arts, crafts, and commercial vendors, capping off a tradition running for more than 55 years. Here's what to know before you go.
Pricing Your Home Right the First Time
A home priced accurately from day one typically sells faster and closer to its true value than one that starts too high and gets discounted later, since buyers and their agents notice a price drop and tend to assume something's wrong.
What to Look For When You Tour a Home in Central Ohio
Beyond the paint color and staging, a smart home tour means checking the roof age, the HVAC system, water pressure, and cell service, details that matter far more to a home's long-term cost than anything cosmetic. Here's a real checklist to bring along.
What's Actually Happening in the Central Ohio Housing Market Right Now
Central Ohio's housing market posted a 2.3% price increase to a $350,000 median in July 2026, with inventory reaching its highest July level in more than a decade. Here's an honest, current read on what that means for buyers and sellers.
What's It Actually Like to Live in Canal Winchester, Ohio?
Canal Winchester pairs a genuinely walkable historic downtown with a 4-star school district, and Country Living magazine has named it one of Ohio's best small towns. Here's an honest look at the schools, housing costs, and who actually fits best here.
The Fall Exterior Reset Buyers Notice Before Winter Hits
A weekend spent cleaning gutters, clearing early leaf debris, and touching up exterior details costs little to nothing and protects a home's curb appeal through the season buyers are most likely to notice small deferred maintenance before it becomes a bigger problem.
Your Central Ohio Guide to Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend, September 5 through 7, marks the unofficial end of Central Ohio's summer season, with several outdoor pools closing for the year and the Columbus Greek Festival and CBUS Soul Fest both wrapping up downtown. Here's what's closing, what's open, and what's happening.
The Columbus Greek Festival Caps Off This Week's Labor Day Weekend
The 53rd annual Columbus Greek Festival runs Friday, September 4 through Monday, September 7 at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, with admission at $5 per day or $10 for the weekend, kids 12 and under free. Here's what to know before you go.
What's It Actually Like to Live in Reynoldsburg, Ohio?
Reynoldsburg is officially the "Birthplace of the Tomato" and home to the most diverse school district in Ohio. Here's an honest, detailed look at the schools, housing costs, and who actually fits best in this genuinely affordable east Columbus community.
Why Central Ohio's Healthcare System Is a Genuine Reason to Move Here
Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center just marked its 34th consecutive year on U.S. News's Best Hospitals list, while Nationwide Children's Hospital remains on the national Honor Roll. Here's an honest look at why the region's healthcare access is genuinely strong.
Apple Picking Season Kicks Off in Central Ohio This Week
Apple picking season is ramping up across Central Ohio this week, with Lynd Fruit Farm in Pataskala, a fourth-generation, 800-acre orchard operating since 1919, opening more U-pick varieties alongside Branstool Orchards and CherryHawk Farm. Here's where to go and what to expect.
The Bathroom Refresh That Punches Above Its Weight
A weekend spent refreshing a bathroom, new towels, a caulk touch-up, better lighting, and a genuinely thorough clean, costs a fraction of a renovation and consistently outperforms bigger, more expensive projects in buyer feedback. Here's exactly what to prioritize before you list.