Kathy Campbell Realtor

05/29/2026

Wondering what the trend is in kitchens? White and wood, decorative hood, large island, decorative lighting - what do you think?

05/28/2026

Do you prefer the BEFORE (top) or the AFTER (bottom)?

05/27/2026

Interested in a new Pulte townhome? This one was in New Albany - they are still building in Bridge Park!

05/26/2026

I've been having fun designing my new front entry hall!

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

How to make your offer stronger - offer to pay $ for the appraisal gap.

APPRAISAL - once you are in contract and have gone through the inspection and request to remedy, your lender will order an appraisal. What if the appraisal comes up short - you are in contract for $500,000 but the house appraised at $480,000?

1. Pay the Difference: Use cash to cover the gap between the appraised value and the purchase price

2. Renogotiate: Attempt to negotiate the purchase price down to match the appraised value

3. Walk Away: Cancel the deal and keep your earnest money deposit

05/19/2026

Bev Warren goes above and beyond for her clients! She pays attention to every detail and doesn't stop until her deals are CLOSED!

05/18/2026

Ohio is still more affordable than most states!

Ohio continues to be one of the MOST affordable states to buy a home in!

05/15/2026

Do you ever feel guilty getting rid of a gift or inherited item? You are not alone...

DECLUTTERING isn't easy and brings up emotions! Have you ever felt this guilt? I know we all have...

Guilt About Getting Rid of a Gift or an Inherited Item

Many people find it difficult to part with an item because of guilt, especially if it was a gift. But professional organizer Marie Kondo reminds us that gifts are simply a way of conveying feelings — and that you can appreciate those kind feelings even if you no longer want to keep the gift.

Parents can also cause adult children to feel guilt. Some parents give their used furniture to grown offspring after buying new furniture for themselves. Children may feel guilty for not accepting the free gift. The children might never establish their own style because they haven’t had the opportunity to make their own choices. Guilt also can come into play when getting rid of items inherited after someone dies.

Family dynamics and guilt are among the more challenging issues you may face when decluttering. A good professional home organizer can help coach you through choices and keep you focused on your goals.