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How Downsizing Can Unlock Financial Freedom and a Fresh Start in Cleveland

This week's article by guest blogger Jessica Brody focuses on the benefits of downsizing for homeowners in Cleveland. She discusses emotional and financial aspects, offering a seven-step game plan for successful property listing and sale. By viewing downsizing positively, homeowners can direct savings toward personal growth and opportunities for a fresh start.

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Retention vs. Detention Ponds: Whatโ€™s the Differenceโ€”And…Is It a Water View that Adds Value?

Youโ€™ve probably driven past them hundreds if not thousands of timesโ€”maybe in a subdivision, behind a school, or next to a shopping center. A grassy dip in the ground here, a pond with cattails. You might not give them much thought unless youโ€™re a duckโ€”or an appraiser. There are some differences between the two. I'm… Continue reading Retention vs. Detention Ponds: Whatโ€™s the Differenceโ€”And…Is It a Water View that Adds Value?

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Could Cleveland Become a Climate Haven? Why Northeast Ohio Keeps Coming Up in the Conversation

I'm in my office working on appraisals and listening to YouTube videos about the Lake Erie seiche. I've lived here since 1996 and never heard of it. Before we move on, check this out. https://youtu.be/tfULvrUaLzg?si=maHktlBIfZ8qfVnd Itโ€™s not every day you hear the term seiche. You may also not have thought of Cleveland and all of… Continue reading Could Cleveland Become a Climate Haven? Why Northeast Ohio Keeps Coming Up in the Conversation