Ohio Buyer Representation Agreements: Exclusive vs. Non-Exclusive

When you're starting your home search in Ohio, choosing the right real estate agent is a key first step—and so is understanding your buyer representation agreement. This agreement defines how you’ll work with your agent …

"If you’re a homebuyer working with an agent who is a REALTOR®, it means you are working with a professional who is ethically obligated to act in your best interest. As of August 17, 2024, you will be asked to sign a written buyer agreement after you’ve chosen the professional …

"As of August 17, 2024, many real estate professionals nationwide will be asking buyers to enter into a written agreement prior to touring a home. But what if you are just attending an open house? Here’s what you should know:"

CLICK HERE for more details on NAR's website.

"A REALTOR® is a special kind of real estate agent: one who follows NAR’s strict Code of Ethics, including the first and primary pledge to protect and promote the interests of their clients. This obligation means that a REALTOR® cannot make decisions or provide representation in a way that puts …

Consumer’s Guide to Radon Reduction

The EPA's guide to radon Reduction:

Owning a property within a home-owners association comes with community rules. Learn about what the rules are before you buy a home or condo. Here is some general information about HOA's. If you are considering buying a home within an HOA or a Condo, ask your REALTOR® for the by-laws, …

From the Ohio REALTORS®, here is a Guide to Broker Commissions in Real Estate Transactions.

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Tornado Relief Assistance Available!

As you may have seen, Ohio REALTORS® in partnership with our association and several other local boards/associations, has announced that aid is available NOW for individuals affected by the tornadoes that devastated 11 counties in Ohio on March 14, 2024.

PLEASE …

Check out this Logan County Homeowner's Guide that was prepared by the Indian Lake Watershed Project and the Logan Soil and Water Conservation District. Good information for local homeowners!  

Visit the Logan Soil and Water Conservation website for more information about conservation in Logan County, Ohio.

If you've discovered bats in your home or building in Ohio, it's important to know how to handle the situation properly. Bats can pose health risks, and in many cases, removing them requires specific expertise to do so safely and humanely. Ohio law also provides guidelines regarding bat removal, …