The Madosky Shaw Group Real Estate Update from The Madosky Shaw Group
		COLDWELL BANKER KING THOMPSON FOUNDATION'S NIGHT IN THE WILD HELD SEPTEMBER 14TH A Night in the Wild is a fun-filled evening with entertainment, an incredible silent auction, an action-packed live auction, great food, drinks, a gorgeous view and networking opportunities. This year's event will again take place at the Africa Event Center at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.  The Coldwell Banker King Thompson Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has raised over $535,000 for the Central Ohio community since 2008! All proceeds from A Night in the Wild will be distributed to 10 local charities chosen by each of the local offices. We are so proud of our commitment to these dedicated charities and we'd love your help to make an even bigger impact! Whether you'd like to attend, donate an auction item or purchase a sponsorship, contact me today or visit GiveKingThompson.com for more information!								DID YOU KNOW?         Bubble wrap was invented as wallpaper       11435 Winterberry Drive 78 E Chestnut Street #202 1480 Dogwood Loop 5076 Maple Drive 8056 Canopy Glen Drive 11452 Gold Finch Drive 1474 Dogwood Loop 11429 Gold Finch Drive 5723 Piatt Road Blanton Museum of Art Austin TX

LOCAL UPDATES   CENTRAL OHIO REAL ESTATE UPDATE - JULY 2018 Buyers are still actively house hunting with both interest rates and home prices continuing to rise. Now is the time for serious buyers to partner with a REALTOR® to get their proverbial foot in the door.  MORE   HOUSING MARKET: ANOTHER GIGANTIC DIFFERENCE BETWEEN 2008 AND 2018 A normal market should have approximately 6 months supply of housing inventory. As we can see, that number jumped to over 11 months supply leading up to the housing crisis. When questionable mortgage practices ceased, and demand dried up, there was a glut of inventory on the market which caused prices to drop as there was too much supply and not enough demand.  MORE   FALL COUNTRY LIVING FAIR Buyers and sellers come from three states away for this marketplace of modern handcrafted treasures and stylish vintage pieces. Get tips on home decor and gardening from HGTV stars.  MORE   BLACK WINDOW FRAMES POPULAR DESIGN CHOICE ON HOMES Black has become the color of choice for window frames in high-end homes throughout the country, propelled by the color’s contemporary look and by an ongoing interest in “modern farmhouse” style.  MORE   COLUMBUS OCTOBER FEST 2018 This year, the Columbus Oktoberfest will be held the weekend after Labor Day, September 7, 8 & 9. Earlier than normal, but so much more fun!  MORE   AUGUST HOME CHECKLIST Stretch out these last days of summer by squeezing in a few more home projects, savoring simple pleasures and, when the time comes, cleaning up the beach toys and preparing the house for a busy fall  MORE GENERAL NEWS & VIEWS   BEST BETS FOR FIRST-TIME BUYERS A look at the top ten cities that offer the most favorable conditions for first-time home buyers.  MORE   A SNAPSHOT OF ECONOMIC AND HOUSING TRENDS Two recent reports remain bullish on the economy, as activity picks up.  MORE   WHY RENTERS CAN AFFORD TO BUY A HOME The future remains optimistic when it comes to buying a piece of the American Dream.  MORE

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