Kaylee Thomas - Real Estate Agent

10/18/2026

🏡 One of the smartest things you can do before shopping for a home? Talk to a lender.

And not just to find out how much you can borrow.

A good lending conversation can help you understand:

✔️ What your estimated monthly payment could look like

✔️ How different down payment amounts affect your options

✔️ What closing costs and cash-to-close may involve

✔️ Which loan programs might fit your situation

✔️ Whether there are financial steps worth taking before you start looking

Getting approved for a certain amount doesn't automatically mean that's what you should spend.

That's why I love the value of having a knowledgeable lending professional involved early.

I'm happy to introduce you to Tara Jenior with Ruoff Mortgage. Together, we can help you understand the financial side and the real estate side before you make a major decision.

Thinking about buying in the next 6–12 months? Let's get you started with the right information.

10/16/2026

✨ LUXURY LIVING MEETS AN INCREDIBLE BACKYARD RETREAT! ✨

🏡 JUST LISTED | OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY!

What if your next home felt like your own private getaway?

Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in North Royalton's desirable Timberlane Estates, this stunning Colonial offers the perfect combination of elegance, space, privacy, and exceptional entertaining!

📍 10295 Buckeye Trail | North Royalton, OH 44133
📅 Sunday, October 18 | 12–2 PM
💰 Offered at $769,000

✨ 4 bedrooms | 3 full & 2 half bathrooms
✨ Nearly 4,700 sq. ft. of finished living space
✨ Dramatic two-story great room with soaring ceilings, expansive windows, and fireplace
✨ Gorgeous kitchen with oversized island and beverage station
✨ Luxurious primary suite with sitting area, soaking tub, and expansive walk-in closet
✨ Private first-floor office
✨ Finished walk-out lower level designed for entertaining, complete with a bar, game room, and dedicated home theater
✨ Incredible outdoor living with a spacious patio, covered gazebo, outdoor kitchen, and fire pit
✨ 3-car garage and beautifully landscaped 0.55-acre lot

🌳 AND THE BACKYARD? It backs up to more than 150 acres of Metroparks land, providing a breathtaking natural backdrop and a sense of privacy that's hard to find!

Imagine hosting friends for dinner on the patio, enjoying movie nights in your private theater, or simply unwinding with peaceful wooded views.

This isn't just a beautiful home. It's a lifestyle.

🏡 I'll be hosting this Sunday from 12–2 PM, and I'd love to give you a tour!

📲 Can't make it? Contact me for additional details or to arrange a private showing.

Kaylee Thomas | REALTOR®
eXp Realty | The Incorvaia Team
📞 440-219-9092

Listing courtesy of Kyle Peterson, eXp Realty | The Incorvaia Team

10/16/2026

🍂 What's still on your home project list before winter arrives?

Maybe it's getting those gutters cleaned, repairing a section of fence, having the furnace serviced, tackling a plumbing issue, or finally finishing that project you've been putting off.

Finding the right person for the job can sometimes be harder than the project itself!

One of the ways I love being a resource is helping people connect with local professionals.

Contractors, painters, plumbers, electricians, landscapers, inspectors, and more.

I may be able to help you find someone to call, even if buying or selling isn't on your radar.

Have a home project you need help with? Tell me what you're looking for! I'll see if I have a local contact who might be a good fit.

And if you're a reliable local tradesperson, I'd love to connect with you, too!

10/15/2026

Higher mortgage rates don't just affect buyers. They can change what it takes to sell your house, too.

10/14/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED | OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY!

Looking for a spacious home with beautiful updates, a peaceful wooded setting, and some great community amenities? Come take a look at this one!

📍 57 Woodhollow Dr | Brunswick, OH 44212
📅 Saturday, October 17 | 12–2 PM
💰 Offered at $375,000

Located in the desirable Holiday Hills community, this beautifully maintained split-level offers plenty of room to spread out, inside and out!

✨ 4 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms
✨ 2,514 sq. ft. of living space
✨ Bright living room with vaulted ceilings and hardwood floors
✨ Updated kitchen with granite countertops and breakfast bar
✨ Cozy family room with fireplace
✨ Beautiful enclosed sunroom overlooking the wooded backyard
✨ Convenient first-floor bedroom and laundry
✨ Brand-new roof and hot water tank (2026)
✨ Waterproofed basement with transferable warranty
✨ Community pool and tennis courts

With its flexible layout, thoughtful updates, and private backyard, this home has a lot to offer!

🏡 I'll be hosting Saturday from 12–2 PM, and I'd love for you to stop by and see it for yourself!

📲 Can't make it? Message me for more information or to schedule a private showing.

Kaylee Thomas | REALTOR®
eXp Realty | The Incorvaia Team
📞 440-219-9092

Listing courtesy of Nicole Walters, eXp Realty | The Incorvaia Team

10/14/2026

🏡 A successful home sale doesn't start when the listing goes live.

It starts with a plan.

Before a home hits the market, there are important questions to consider.

What's the competition?

What have comparable properties actually sold for?

Which repairs or improvements are worth considering?

Who is the likely buyer for this property?

How should the home be positioned and marketed?

What are the seller's timeline, financial needs, and priorities?

The answers help shape a pricing, preparation, and marketing strategy tailored to that property.

And sometimes the recommendation isn't to spend thousands updating everything. It's to focus on a handful of improvements that make the most sense.

The goal isn't simply to list your home. It's to make informed decisions before you do.

If selling is somewhere on your horizon, I'd be happy to help you start thinking through a plan.

10/13/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED | OPEN HOUSE THURSDAY!

Looking for a newer home with a thoughtful layout, plenty of space, and room to grow? This one deserves a look!

📍 166 Harvest Way | Elyria, OH 44035
📅 Thursday, October 15 | 4–6 PM
💰 Offered at $360,000

Located in Harvest Meadows and built in 2024, this beautiful Colonial offers modern finishes, comfortable living spaces, and a few extras you'll appreciate!

✨ 4 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms
✨ 2,080 sq. ft. of living space
✨ Bright, open kitchen with a large island
✨ Dedicated first-floor office or flex space
✨ Spacious primary suite with walk-in closet
✨ Convenient second-floor laundry
✨ Full basement with room for future possibilities
✨ Covered rear porch with wooded views

Whether you're looking for more space, a functional floor plan, or a home that's practically brand new, come see what this one has to offer!

I'll be hosting Thursday from 4–6 PM, and I'd love to show you around!

📲 Can't make the open house? Message me to arrange a private showing or get more details.

Kaylee Thomas | REALTOR®
eXp Realty | The Incorvaia Team
📞 440-219-9092

Listing courtesy of Laura Justice, eXp Realty | The Incorvaia Team

10/13/2026

🌳 5 ACRES, ONE-LEVEL LIVING & SO MUCH MORE!

If you've been dreaming of a little more space, privacy, and the freedom to enjoy the outdoors, you won't want to miss this one!

📍 7877 W Smith Rd | Medina, OH 44256
📅 Saturday, October 17 | 3–5 PM
💰 Offered at $625,000

Set back from the road on 5 picturesque acres, this custom ranch combines beautiful craftsmanship with features you don't find every day.

✨ 3 bedrooms | 3 full bathrooms
✨ 2,298 sq. ft. of one-level living
✨ Stunning 13-foot wood ceilings
✨ Spacious great room with stone fireplace
✨ Custom cherry cabinetry and large kitchen island
✨ Generous primary suite with accessible features
✨ Full basement with recreation and workshop space
✨ Greenhouse, gardens, fruit trees, and outbuildings
✨ Approximately 4 acres of open, buildable land

From peaceful evenings on the covered porch to gardening, hobbies, or simply having room to spread out, this property offers some incredible possibilities.

Photos are great, but this is one you'll want to experience in person!

🏡 I'll be there Saturday from 3–5 PM. Stop by, explore the property, and say hello!

📲 Have questions or want to schedule a private tour? Send me a message. I'd be happy to help you explore whether this property is the right fit.

Kaylee Thomas | REALTOR®
eXp Realty | The Incorvaia Team
📞 440-219-9092

Listing courtesy of Jennifer Campanella, eXp Realty | The Incorvaia Team

10/12/2026

https://www.nar.realtor/news/styled-staged-sold/3-ways-to-fancy-up-the-front-stoop-this-fall

A few intentional upgrades—from oversized planters to layered lighting—can make even a small stoop feel welcoming.

10/10/2026

🍁 OCTOBER HOME MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST 🏡

Northeast Ohio winters can be tough on our homes! A little preparation now can help prevent costly surprises later.

🍂 OUTSIDE YOUR HOME

☐ Clean gutters and downspouts. Direct water away from your foundation.

☐ Inspect your roof for visible damage or missing shingles.

☐ Disconnect hoses and winterize outdoor faucets and irrigation systems.

☐ Seal drafts and gaps around windows, doors, and exterior openings.

☐ Trim dead or damaged branches.

☐ Clean up and store patio furniture and outdoor equipment.

🏡 INSIDE YOUR HOME

☐ Schedule furnace maintenance and check filters.

☐ Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.

☐ Have your fireplace and chimney inspected before use.

☐ Test your sump pump and check the discharge line.

☐ Insulate exposed pipes in unheated areas.

☐ Check attic insulation and ventilation.

❄️ WINTER PREP

☐ Prepare your snowblower, shovels, and ice melt.

☐ Check grading and drainage around your foundation.

☐ Stock up on winter emergency supplies.

🍂 Need help tackling a few projects before the snow flies?

One of the ways I love being a resource is connecting homeowners with trusted local professionals. Whether you need a contractor, plumber, electrician, landscaper, or another service provider, I'm happy to help you find someone to call!

Save this checklist for your next fall maintenance weekend!