This Week’s Real Estate Roundup — Rene’s Take

Hi everyone, Rene here! It’s been another full week, and I wanted to share a quick recap in case you missed anything.

Closing Costs: A Number Worth Planning For

We kicked off the week talking about closing costs when buying a home in Ohio. Buyers spend so much energy on their down payment that closing costs—typically 2% to 5% of the purchase price here—can catch them off guard. I always tell my buyers: let’s know this number early, not on closing day.

Where Highland County’s Market Stands

We also shared the latest Highland County market numbers this week. Inventory is still tight, sales stayed strong, and rates moved up again across every loan program. If you’re buying, it’s worth asking about every option available to you — not just the first one mentioned.

Why a CMA Comes Before Everything Else

On Wednesday, we talked about what a Comparative Market Analysis actually is and why it matters so much more than a quick online estimate. Before real estate, I spent years in retail management, and one thing I learned is that getting the details right up front saves you from bigger problems later. Pricing your home is exactly that kind of detail.

The Marketing Advantage That’s Genuinely Ours Alone

We closed the week with something I love talking about — our exclusive Platform Marketing partnership. They only work with one real estate team per market, and that’s us here in Highland County and the surrounding 25 miles. Our listing videos typically bring in 50,000 to 100,000 views. That’s not something I say lightly — it’s genuinely the kind of exposure no other local team can offer, and it’s one of the things I’m proudest of in how we serve our sellers.

If You’ve Been Thinking About Selling

This feels like a good moment to say it plainly: if you’re even considering selling, start with a free home valuation, or just call us for a real CMA. I’d love to walk you through what your home could sell for — and what it looks like to have it marketed by the only team in this area with this kind of reach.

📞 Call or text me: 937-205-6513 🌐 VanceTeamRealtors.com

Talk soon, Rene