Milk Street Studio is an emerging, vibrant center for musicians and artists. I had the pleasure of touring the facility and speaking with Sebastian Franks, the studio’s assistant manager. Our conversation revealed not only a passion for music and community, but the innovative reuse of an industrial space that defines Milk Street Studio.
Continue reading →Homes are more than equity-building or rental income; they’re filled with mystery and memory. Remember the warmth of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House in the Big Woods? Or the endless rooms of C.S. Lewis’s The Professor’s House? A home is a sanctuary, a place where memories are made.
Financial guru Kyla Scanlon points out that owning a home isn’t the best way to build wealth. If homeownership is your dream, why wait? The markets will fluctuate, but your yearning for a home doesn’t have to. If you’re prepared, the opportunity is now.
Continue reading →Kyla Scanlon’s book unveils the reality behind money, markets, and myths, challenging traditional beliefs and sparking new economic conversations. A 2 minute read!
Continue reading →Navigating the complexities of the 2024 real estate market can feel like deciphering a maze of statistics and forecasts. Concerns about high interest rates and skyrocketing home prices are valid and echo many potential homeowners’ sentiments. Place will always be tied to the human psyche. The big blue house in Mount Victory, Ohio, where I grew up, remains part of my soul. You can’t put a price tag on that.
Continue reading →Navigating the 2024 housing market demands understanding its complex dynamics. Low interest rates and the millennial buying surge fuel demand, while pandemic-driven remote work preferences shift buyers to suburban and rural areas. However, construction slowdowns due to labor and material shortages, coupled with restrictive zoning laws, exacerbate supply issues. Speculative buying and institutional investors further strain availability, making homeownership challenging. Recognizing these intertwined factors is key to navigating today’s real estate landscape.
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