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There's so much to do in spring. Inside you've got spring cleaning, but outside needs major attention as well. However, it's not that hard to make your property's front yard stand out from other North Canton homes for sale or Akron homes for sale. Let's take a look at some of the ways you can makeover your front yard.

1. Remove or trim back dead or damaged plants.
   Your yard will look neglected if you don't deal with broken limbs, the skeletal remains of last year's perennials, or dead ornamental grasses. Be systematic. Start with the trees and shrubs. You may need to hire a tree specialist to cut down dead shrubs or trim broken limbs. Move on to the flower beds. Trim and bag up the brown twigs, weeds, leaves, and grasses.

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The decision to buy a home is among the most important decisions you'll ever make. As with all big decisions, it isn't one you want to walk into blindly. Our real estate agents understand that it's perfectly normal to want to focus on finding your dream home. However, the largest and most important detail to take care of is the mortgage, and you should get the preapproval process out of the way before ever starting your search. 

The Importance of Preapproval

Preapproval is your ticket to comfortable homeownership. Unlike pre-qualification, the preapproval process is more in-depth and detailed. Your lender will thoroughly review your W2 statements, bank records, credit reports, tax records, employment records, etc. This is often referred to as the "4 C's" since the lender will look at your capacity to pay the mortgage, your credit, the capital/cash reserves you have access to, and the collateral you're putting down for the loan.

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Stark County's present has been shaped by its past. How much do you know about the people and events that have influenced the area? Our real estate agents love exploring Stark County's rich history at these fascinating locations around North Canton.

1. William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum - 800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW, Canton, OH 44708
   Ohio is second only to Virginia in the number of presidents that have come from the state. William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum has been called a "hidden gem" just minutes from Canton homes for sale. In addition to the memorial to our 25th president, which includes the final resting spot of McKinley and his family, the museum features a comprehensive exhibit displaying 200 years of Stark County history. Admission is $10 for adults and $8 for kids ages 3-18. The museum is open from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday (closed from noon - 1 p.m. for cleaning).

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From the outside, it's easy for home valuation to feel like one big mystery. Even though you might be familiar with many of the ingredients that go into a home valuation, you might be wondering how your real estate agent mixes them all together to identify the right listing price for the home. Our real estate agents are here to provide an industry perspective and help you unravel the mystery of home valuation.

• Understanding What Goes Into a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA)
  Let's say you're trying to price a home to compete with other Akron homes for sale. A CMA is one of the most important tools that your agent will use to help determine the value of the home. By comparing the home with similar properties that were part of recent real estate transactions in the same market, you can find an asking price that fits that market. A CMA takes into account homes that are currently for sale, homes that have recently sold, and homes that were listed but didn't sell. The process works best when there are more homes in your market with a similar size, amenities, and features.

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North Canton has a great variety of local restaurants, bars, and other eating and drinking establishments, including wine bars, that you'll want to try. Each has its own unique character, ranging from casual and rustic to upscale, so you can choose one to suit your mood.

Our real estate agents suggest making a stop at any of the following wine bars to unwind and enjoy a glass of vino.

• The Barrel Room Wine and Beer Bar – 129 North Canal St., Canal Fulton, OH 44614 and 7901 Cleveland Ave. NW, North Canton, OH 44720 
  The Barrel Room Wine and Beer Bar – which has two locations convenient to Canal Fulton homes for sale as well as North Canton homes for sale – offers a large, hand-picked selection of fine wines. You can order them off the menu or buy a bottle in the retail section that's up in the loft. The Canal Fulton location is open from 4-11 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday, 4 p.m.-midnight Thursday and Saturday, and 4 p.m.-midnight Friday. North Canton hours are 4 p.m.-11 p.m. Monday-Tuesday, 4 p.m.-midnight Wednesday-Thursday, 3 p.m.-1 a.m. Friday, and 4 p.m.-1 a.m. Saturday.

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