Ohio Real Estate Blog

Real Answers for Ohio Buyers, Sellers and Service Members

Local guides covering Springfield, Dayton, Columbus, Fairborn, Beavercreek, Xenia, New Carlisle, and the WPAFB corridor. Written by Amanda Mullins, MBA SRES REALTOR with eXp Realty, using 13+ years of appraisal management expertise.

Blog at a Glance

Ohio Counties10

Key Topics8

AuthorAmanda Mullins

UpdatedWeekly

13+Years Experience

MBAAuthor Credential

10Ohio Counties

Browse by Topic

Find exactly what you are looking for.

Military and WPAFB PCS, BAH, VA Loans, Housing PCS timelines, BAH rates, VA loan guidance, and community comparisons for Wright-Patterson service members.

New Construction D.R. Horton, Fischer, Arbor, Ryan Builder comparisons, incentive strategies, inspection guides, and community reviews across Ohio.

Buying a Home First-time buyers, investors, relocators Pre-approval, offers, inspections, closing costs, and what to expect in Ohio's current market.

Selling Your Home Pricing, staging, net proceeds Pricing strategy, staging, listing timelines, and how to maximize your net proceeds in Ohio.

Springfield Ohio Neighborhoods, market data, guides Springfield neighborhoods, market trends, cost of living, and community guides for buyers.

Dayton and Suburbs Fairborn, Beavercreek, Xenia, Huber Heights Community guides, market analysis, and buyer resources across the Dayton metro area.

Senior Downsizing SRES expertise, estate transitions Downsizing timelines, estate sales, housing options, and compassionate guidance for seniors.

eXp Realty Commission, ICON, revenue share Commission structure, ICON status, revenue share, and what the brokerage switch actually looks like.

Ready to talk to Amanda directly?

Reading is great. A real conversation is better. First call is always free.

Text (317) 750-6316 Contact Page

All Articles

Newest first · Ohio real estate guides

Amanda Mullins 11/10/26 Amanda Mullins 11/10/26

Reverse Offers: When the Seller Makes the First Move

In most home sales, the buyer writes the offer and the seller responds. A reverse offer flips that order.

Amanda Mullins 10/27/26 Amanda Mullins 10/27/26

A New Appraisal Report Starts Nov. 2. Why Ohio Buyers and Sellers Should Plan for Extra Time

Starting November 2, 2026, most new appraisals for loans sold to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac switch to a new report. Plan extra time and have your details ready.

Amanda Mullins 10/25/26 Amanda Mullins 10/25/26

eXp Ready Home Prep: How Pay-at-Close Funding Works for Ohio Home Sellers

eXp Ready is a pay-at-close home prep program from eXp Realty, powered by Notable, announced October 8, 2026. Sellers who are approved can borrow up to $50,000 for staging, repairs, painting, flooring, or landscaping before they list, and nothing is due until the home closes or 12 months pass, whichever comes first.

Amanda Mullins 10/15/26 Amanda Mullins 10/15/26

What I Tell Both Sides When the Market Shifts Under Our Feet

Amanda Mullins 10/15/26 Amanda Mullins 10/15/26

Capital Gains Tax When Selling Your Home in Ohio: What Sellers Actually Owe

Amanda Mullins 10/10/26 Amanda Mullins 10/10/26

Selling an Inherited Home in Springfield, Ohio: Probate, Taxes, and Value

Inherited a home in Springfield or Dayton? A Former Appraisal Management Director explains Ohio probate paths, stepped-up basis, and smart next steps.