Family-Friendly Events in Brunswick


With the holidays around the corner, you may be on the hunt for nearby activities the whole family can enjoy. From crafts to trains to enjoying great food and Browns game, here are a few fun ideas for family time.

Brunswick Kiwanis Club Craft Fair – Dec. 1
Brunswick Kiwanis Club Craft Fair provides attendees with the opportunity to explore locally made products from over 125 vendors, such as handmade jewelry, home decor, clothing, body care products, various mediums of art, and a lot of delicious food options. The fair will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Brunswick Recreation Center, 3637 Center Rd., Brunswick, Ohio. Admission is free. Please visit www.northwestpromo.com for details.

The Medina Model Train and Toy Show – Dec. 2
This train and toy show was established in 1922 and, since then, thousands of toy enthusiasts have traveled to Medina to buy, sell or just bask in the nostalgia every year. This is the perfect event to pick up holiday gifts and if you miss this year many of the model trains and planes and will be displayed at the same venue later this year. The show is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and located at the Medina County Community Center, 735 Lafayette Rd., Medina, Ohio 44256. For further information, visit
www.conraddowdell.com.

Point of Grace Concert – Dec. 9
The Fish 95.5 and Grace Baptist church have come together for this exciting concert. Point of Grace have sold over 8 million recordings, have multiple Dove awards and three Grammy nominations. These three ladies have been performing together for over two decades. Come out to enjoy Christmas classics along with contemporary songs. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. for VIP ticket holders and 6 p.m. for general admission. The VIP meet-and-greet starts promptly at 5:45 p.m. and includes a photo opportunity with the band. Fish Listener Club members will receive a special discount code for admission. The concert is being held at Grace Baptist church at 3480 Laurel Rd., Brunswick Ohio. For ticket purchasing and more information, visit www.955thefish.com.

Browns vs. Bengals Game – Dec. 23
Come join die hard Cleveland Brown’s fans and watch one of the biggest games of the year at Sidelines Sports Bar and Grill. Sidelines is a sponsor of The North Coast Browns Backers Organization (NCBB). Sidelines has salads, sandwiches, wings, beer and an assortment of draft beers along with a full bar. There is also a children’s menu for the younger Browns fan. Sidelines is located at 1165 Pearl Rd., Brunswick, Ohio.  

Our Monthly Featured Home

453 Delaware Dr., Brunswick, OH 44212 

This beautiful Brunswick 4-Level Split home features a lot of updates and has been completely remodeled. Step into the living room that has vaulted ceilings and stylish wood laminate floors. The open concept floor plan leads you into the dining area. The dining area has sliding doors that venture out to the large back yard. Make your way over to the kitchen that has all new stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, and all white cabinetry. Step down to the family room that has new warm carpeting and an entrance to the cement patio. This home has 4 large bedrooms, all with new carpeting and neutrally painted walls. Also, 2 remodeled full baths. The basement has a vast amount of storage space. The backyard has been fenced in and has two sheds for all your outdoor storage needs. Attached 2-car garage.





Home for the Holidays: or Not? Hidden Benefits of Selling your Home over the Holiday Season

Home for the Holidays: or Not?
Hidden Benefits of Selling your Home over the Holiday Season

So often, we hear that spring and summer are the best times of year to sell a home. It’s true that fewer people are house-hunting over Thanksgiving and Christmas, but does that mean your house will languish on the market for months or that you’ll have to take less money than your home is worth? Not at all, especially not in Brunswick, not now. Depending on your unique circumstances, the holiday season could be the best time to sell your home.

REASONS NOT TO WAIT

Less Competition
The biggest benefit to selling in November and December is the decreased competition from other sellers, compared to the summer and spring. With fewer homes on the market, it’s easier to stand out and attract buyers. The good news is that on the buying side, demand is still very high. This past summer, many buyers were out-bid or didn’t make an offer quickly enough. These buyers are still on the prowl and anxious as ever to find a home.

Serious Buyers
In the summer, buyers come out in droves. As the market becomes bombarded with listing after listing, it’s hard to resist checking out homes, even if there is no real intention (or ability) to buy. Over the holidays, however, the buyers trolling through listings and connecting with real estate agents tend to be on a “mission.” They know the type of home they want, what neighborhood they want to be in, how much they are willing to pay, and exactly when they want to move. A much larger portion of holiday buyers begin the process with a bank approval in hand, while the opposite is true in the summertime. Tire kickers stay home for the holidays.

Less Stress 
Selling a home tends to be less stressful in November and December, even with the added pressure of the holidays. With fewer “we’re just looking” showings, you won’t have to do nearly as many last-minute cleanings or impromptu outings, and the showings that do happen will be for serious buyers. Poor weather and family obligations will even prompt some buyers to make an offer without visiting your home once if the listing presentation is captivating enough.

TIPS FOR A TOP-DOLLAR
HOLIDAY SALE 

Photograph Your Home Now
If you decide to list your home anytime in the near future, it’s important to have professional photos of your exterior taken right now. Things can look pretty stark later in the season when trees become bare and snow covers the lawn. Having a photo of your home with green grass and full trees can make a world of difference, especially if you don’t expect to be listing right away. Come December, your listing will pop out of the lineup of snow-covered homes.

Plan Ahead 
If you plan to seize the great opportunity to sell this holiday season, it’s also important to plan how this will affect your holidays. If your agent is skilled in selling homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas, he or she will advise you to clear out your clutter and prepare your home for staging. Photographers, professional home stagers, and possibly even contractors will need to be scheduled around your family gatherings, and will want access to the kitchen, bathrooms, and guest bedrooms. If at all possible, let a relative host meals, out-of-town visitors, and parties at their home. You won’t have to forego a Christmas tree or a cozy family gathering, but things like extensive decorations, overnight relatives, and large celebrations could end up hurting your sale.

Work with an Expert 
Remember that you don’t have to take a bad offer just because the market is slower. No matter the time of year, it’s always important to work with a skilled agent. It’s especially important to choose a highly skilled and experienced agent if you want a successful outcome over the holiday season. The average agent sells fewer than three homes per year; odds are, they usually take the holidays off. Choose an agent who understands the opportunities—as well as the challenges—of each season. 
As one of Brunswick’s leading agents, I’ve seen less experienced agents tell homeowners to wait until next year to sell their home. That’s terrible advice! With the right agent using the right strategy, you can sell your home quickly and for its full market value, even while you cook your Thanksgiving turkey. Call us today at 440-879-7260 to discuss selling YOUR home this holiday season 

Beating the Housing Market Shift

Over the last several years, we’ve been experiencing a Seller’s Market here in Brunswick. Like most of the country, low housing inventory is driving competition among buyers. Unprecedented demand has been pushing prices higher and higher since 2010. Recently, a survey of industry experts predicts that by 2019, the market may switch to favor buyers.

Have Home Prices Leveled Out?
Up until July of this year, national home sale prices had been climbing for 6 years. For the first time this decade, the national average home sale price has remained stagnant for three full months. We are experiencing this same trend in Brunswick, with home prices remaining steady at about $216,000 (or declining by a fraction of a percent) since June. This is a sign that the market is shifting.
Economist Dr. Svenja Gudell recently addressed this issue in a press release, stating “the housing market has been favoring sellers for the past few years. Sellers in the current housing landscape often have the luxury of listing their home ‘as-is’ without fixing it up or with only minimal window-dressing since demand for homes has been high and inventory low. It’s common for sellers to receive multiple bids, and in the hottest markets, sell for over asking price, but these conditions will change in the future. As the number of homes for sale increases and home value appreciation slows, we expect the market to meaningfully swing in favor of buyers within the next two to three years.”

Market Shift vs Economic Recession
We are likely to soon experience a housing market shift in favor of buyers, but it’s unlikely that we are on the precipice of a recession. In fact, most indicators show signs that our economy will continue to grow. 
Unemployment rates are at record lows, household incomes are rising, and over the last ten years, the personal savings rate has remained very high (hovering around 6% each month, which is 25% higher than the previous decade, according to the US Bureau of Economic Analysis). Even amid global trade tensions, the overall US production (or GDP) is forecasted to grow by a full 2.5% in 2019 (according to the Federal Reserve)
The housing market has been extremely tight for a long time. Although sellers are enjoying high prices, a market correction is long over-due and will bring much-anticipated relief to buyers —many of whom are currently priced out of the market altogether.

Getting Ahead of the Buyer’s Market
While homeowners should not be worried about drastic losses in equity, they should expect to receive lower sales prices in the coming years. As sellers begin to see prices fall, they may rush to the market at once, which could temporarily create extra supply (reducing prices even more). Any homeowner considering selling will not find a better time to list than right now, before this happens. 
Although late fall is one of the slower selling seasons of the year, this currently isn’t the case in Brunswick. Many buyers were unable to purchase over the summer, with increased competition and slim pickings. They are still anxious to buy a home, and many of them would like to be moved in to their new house before Christmas. This is a great opportunity for sellers who want a fast sale and a competitive price.
If you have been on the fence about selling your home, or if you’re just waiting for the right time, give us a call at 440-879-7260. We’ll provide you with a custom, in-depth home valuation based on multiple factors, and answer any questions you have.  

Our Monthly Featured Home

4018 Buckingham Dr., Brunswick, OH 44212
$199,900

Welcome to 4018 Buckingham Drive. This beautiful ranch has many new updates and is the perfect place to call home. Step into the entryway of the home and be greeted by the beautiful floors and neutral color scheme. Make your way into the living room that has soft carpeting and leads into the large family room. Cross over to the family room and marvel over the gorgeous laminate wood floors. Continue into the kitchen that contains appliances that stay with the home, all white cabinets, an island with an amazing all wood countertop, and fashionable backsplash. The master suite is large, with ample closet space, and an en-suite bathroom. The master bath has a large shower and a sizable his and hers vanity. This lovely home has two other bedrooms, a laundry room, and another full bath. Journey outside to the amazing stone deck with a wood burning fireplace and a substantial amount of space for hosting events. The backyard also showcases a large shed for all your storage needs and is completely fenced in. Attached is a two-car garage. 1-year home warranty included for peace of mind.