Tonya Mangin, Realtor

10/03/2026

Making Sense of Seasonal Changes in the Housing Market
Real estate activity tends to shift throughout the year, but that doesn't mean there's one season when everyone should buy. More homes may come on the market during certain months, while other times of year bring fewer listings and different levels of buyer competition.
Those changes are worth noticing....

Housing markets don't behave the same way all year. Learn what seasonal changes can mean for buyers without letting the calendar drive your decision.

10/02/2026

Making an Entryway Work Better for Everyday Life
The entryway handles more traffic than its size might suggest. Shoes collect near the door, bags get dropped on the nearest surface, mail gets carried in, and coats need somewhere to go.
When that space isn't working well, the clutter tends to spread into nearby rooms. A few changes can make the entry...

A busy entryway can become cluttered quickly when everyday items don't have a place to go. Simple storage and layout changes can make the space easier to use.

10/02/2026

How to Keep a Home Sale Moving After You Accept an Offer
Accepting an offer feels like a major milestone, but it isn't the end of the selling process. There are still several steps between a signed agreement and the day ownership changes hands.
Sellers can't control every part of that timeline. They can, however, stay organized and respond quickly when something...

Accepting an offer is an important step, but the sale still has work ahead. Staying organized, responsive, and aware of deadlines can help keep the transaction moving.

09/29/2026

09/24/2026

How to Evaluate a Home's Maintenance History
A home can look well cared for during a showing and still leave plenty of questions about how it has been maintained over the years. Fresh paint and an orderly yard are easy to notice. The condition and history of the systems behind the walls aren't always as obvious.
You don't need a complete record...

A home's maintenance history can reveal more than its current appearance. Learn what buyers can look for when reviewing repairs, updates, and major systems.

09/22/2026

🌅 TWILIGHT OPEN HOUSE! 🏡✨

Join me Saturday, September 26 | 5:30–7:30 PM for an evening tour of this beautiful home!

📍 [Property Address]
💰 [Price]
🛏️ 4 Bedrooms | 🛁 2 Full Baths
✨ Come tour the home, explore the backyard, and see if this could be the one!

Tonya Mangin, REALTOR®
Cutler Real Estate
📧 [email protected]

09/22/2026

🌅 TWILIGHT OPEN HOUSE! 🏡✨

Join me Saturday, September 26 | 5:30–7:30 PM for an evening tour of this beautiful home!

📍 [Property Address]
💰 [Price]
🛏️ 4 Bedrooms | 🛁 2 Full Baths
✨ Come tour the home, explore the backyard, and see if this could be the one!

Tonya Mangin, REALTOR®
Cutler Real Estate
📧 [email protected]

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09/22/2026

Stop by Saturday, September 26th from 5:30 to 7:30 PM to see 5417 Walshire Drive Columbus, OH 43232 for an open house!

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 5417 Walshire Drive, Columbus, OH 43232, 1788 square foot, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, asking price of $315,000, MLS ID 226030707

09/19/2026

What to Do When Your Home Has Been on the Market Longer Than Expected
Most sellers have a rough idea of how long they expect their home to take to sell. When that timeline stretches, it's easy to focus on the number of days the listing has been active.
The more useful question is why buyers haven't moved forward.
Sometimes the answer is price. Other times, the home is...

A slower-than-expected home sale may call for more than patience. Take a fresh look at price, presentation, feedback, and how the listing is reaching buyers.

09/18/2026

Ways to Repurpose an Underused Room
Some rooms slowly stop serving a real purpose. A formal dining room may only get used a few times a year. A spare bedroom may become a holding area for boxes and things that don't have another home. Even a finished basement or loft can end up sitting mostly empty.
That doesn't always mean the room needs...

An underused room doesn't have to stay that way. A few practical changes can turn extra space into something that works better for everyday life.