
One of the biggest barriers that stand between first-time buyers and homeownership is the down payment and closing costs. Closing on a home requires buyers to bring a significant amount of cash to the table, which for many requires several months or years of saving—especially for young families and recent college grads. Coming up with the funds to close on a home requires careful and strategic planning. Our real estate agents came up with this handy list of tips to help clients save up for a down payment on their first home.

If you've made an offer on a home, you probably wonder what comes next in the home-buying process. What are some of the seller's possible responses to your offer, and what happens in each circumstance? Our real estate agents explain what you can expect after you make an offer on a home.

Yoga has become even more popular in recent years, and for good reason. A good yoga session can improve your flexibility and muscle tone while also helping you relax and focus. We're lucky to have some excellent yoga studios in Stark & Summit counties. Here are some of the top places our real estate agents recommend stopping by for a class.

Outdoor recreation is a popular activity in Stark County, but sometimes you want to stay active without bundling up in layers. Fortunately, the area is home to many indoor recreation venues that let you stay comfortable as you skate, swim, bowl, or pursue other activities. Our real estate agents recommend the following indoor destinations for wintertime fun around Stark County.

The holiday season is just around the corner, which means our real estate agents are already dreaming of delicious holiday pies. Whether it's a pumpkin and pecan pie for Thanksgiving or fruit and custard pies for Christmas, a good pie is a staple of any great holiday meal.