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01/03/2026

In 2026, experts warn that the true cost of homeownership will stretch far beyond the mortgage. Rising homeowners insurance premiums, up nearly 70% since 2021 and expected to keep climbing, are poised to be the biggest budget buster, alongside persistent property tax pressure and sharply underestimated maintenance costs.

12/22/2025

Homeownership 101

Historically, homeownership has been considered a cornerstone of the American Dream. Today, about 65% of American households own a home, and roughly 5% own more than one. Homeowners view these residen

11/14/2025

https://thehill.com/business/5598483-housing-market-renters-raising-america/

The U.S. housing market is showing signs of a deep freeze — one rivaling the polar vortex hitting this week. According to Redfin, just 2.5 percent of homes in the United States changed hands betwee…

11/06/2025

Ohio is recognized as a top stability market, especially in turbulent economic times.

Buying a rental property isn’t only about how much money you earn, but also how much debt you have. If you plan to get a loan to finance your investments,

07/19/2025

05/14/2025

https://www.city-journal.org/article/covid-eviction-bans-landlords-tenants-laws-trump

From Covid eviction bans to tenant-slanted laws, property owners are under financial siege. Here’s what Trump can do about it.

04/14/2025

Over the past 75 years, housing prices have only declined 7 times & worst one occurred during the Great Financial Crisis from 2007-2011.

02/14/2025

What does the Ohio Real Estate Market look like?
Locally in Ohio, per the following blog on Houzeo, Ohio is in a more balanced market. While it still favors sellers, buyers have more options as the housing inventory is up by 16.3%. At the same time, home sales have decreased by 0.12% year over year. As of February 2025, there are 36,325 homes for sale in Ohio, with a median home sales price is $247,200 (rising steadily at 11% year over year representing an average supply of about 2 months):

The median price growth is higher in the Ohio real estate market. It's currently at $247K. An increase in prices benefits sellers.

02/14/2025

The Real Estate market is changing. A new report from Redfin is showing that in January 2025, housing supply is at a 5-year high and demand is at a 5-year low. This could be good news for home-buyers struggling to find affordable houses.

Roughly 41,000 home-purchase agreements were canceled in January. Continue Reading Housing Supply at 5-Year High, Demand at 5-Year Low

01/23/2025

Interesting article. While Cincinnati and Dayton are among the more affordable cities for rent, it can still be a burden to tenants

Among the nation’s 44 major metros, the Texas capital of Austin was identified by Redfin as the most affordable. Continue Reading Report: Renters Need to Earn $63,680 to Afford a Typical Apartment

12/15/2024

Success in every area of life boils down to one universal truth: focus on the 80% that truly matters, and the remaining 20% will naturally align. The 80/20 principle, or the Pareto Principle, is a game-changer. Here’s how it applies to key areas of your life—and why prioritizing the right actions will set you apart.

Health: 80% Eating, 20% Exercising
You can’t out-train a bad diet. What you put in your body determines 80% of your results. Focus on clean, nutrient-rich food that fuels your body and mind. Exercise is crucial, but it’s the icing on the cake—not the cake itself.

Wealth: 80% Habits, 20% Math
Wealth-building is not just about numbers; it’s about discipline and consistency. Your habits—saving, investing, and living below your means—will account for 80% of your financial growth. The math is just the final 20% that helps compound your efforts.

Talking: 80% Listening, 20% Speaking
Wise men listen more than they speak. Listening is where you gain knowledge, build relationships, and understand perspectives. Talking is necessary but should be strategic and impactful.

Learning: 80% Understanding, 20% Reading
Reading is just the beginning. True learning happens when you take time to digest, understand, and apply the knowledge. Don’t just collect books—make the content a part of your life.

Achieving: 80% Doing, 20% Dreaming
Dreams are important, but without action, they’re just fantasies. Focus on ex*****on. Get your hands dirty and work toward your goals. Dreamers stay stuck; doers move forward.

Happiness: 80% Purpose, 20% Fun
Fun is fleeting, but purpose sustains you. Build your life around meaning and fulfillment. When you have purpose, happiness follows naturally, and the occasional fun feels more rewarding.

Relationships: 80% Giving, 20% Receiving
Strong relationships thrive on generosity. Be the person who gives—time, care, and support—and you’ll naturally receive loyalty and love in return. Stop keeping score and start adding value.

Improving: 80% Persistence, 20% Ideas
Ideas are worthless without the grind. Improvement comes from staying consistent, overcoming setbacks, and putting in the effort day after day. Persistence is the engine; ideas are just the fuel.

The Lesson: Prioritize the 80%
Most people waste their energy focusing on the 20% that’s shiny and superficial. Be smarter. Prioritize the 80% that brings real value. When you master this, everything else will fall into place.

Stay disciplined, stay focused, and remember: the 80/20 principle isn’t just a rule—it’s a lifestyle. Prioritize wisely, and you’ll see the results in every aspect of life.