1. Lower cost of living. The overall cost of living in the Columbus Metro, including housing, utilities and health care, is notably less than other major U.S. cities and comparable metropolitan areas.

2. Lower home buying costs. You get more for your home buying budget in the Columbus Metro! Home prices in the Columbus Metro are about 7% less than the national average.

3. Communities with character. Each city neighborhood and suburb has its own mix of unique local shops and eateries, events and cultural vibe. Popular urban areas include historic German Village near downtown Columbus, and the artsy Short North. The Metro area includes hipster-favorite Clintonville, and “America’s Emerald City,” Dublin.

4. Employment opportunities. The Columbus Metro is a rapidly growing tech and corporate hub, with major employers like Intel and Anduril. The Columbus Metro is also home to five Fortune 500 companies and multiple Fortune 1000 corporations. The region includes diverse industries such as finance, education, healthcare, defense and technology.

5. Green Spaces. Residents enjoy easy access to outdoor recreation, including trails, waterways, activity areas and sports amenities through the expansive Columbus area park system. Tens of thousands of acres are managed by the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system, and the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department.

6. Major Attractions. The Ohio State University campus is a hub of activity, especially during sports events! The Columbus Metro is home to the Columbus Symphony Orchestra, the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, the Center of Science and Industry (COSI), The Ohio State Fair, and the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Live performances by national headliners take place at the Nationwide Arena in Columbus. Trade shows and touring attractions are often held at the nearby Ohio Expo Center. No matter where you are in the Columbus Metro, there’s plenty to do!

As Exclusive Buyer’s Brokers, we serve your best interests at all times! Unlike real estate agents and brokerages who represent sellers, as an Exclusive Buyer’s Broker, we only represent you, the buyer, getting you the best price and terms with no conflict of interest, at all times.

Understanding this distinction could literally save you thousands of dollars not only on the purchase price and terms, but also on seller concessions and home inspection issues, whether you are a first-time homebuyer or an experienced homeowner!

Contact us with your home buying questions! Remember, we are with you every step of the way…all the way home!

Andrew Show
Exclusive Buyer’s Broker, CEBA-M, MCNE, CSP, PSA,e-PRO, CREM, ABRM, AHWD
Buyer’s Resource Realty Services www.BuyersHome.com
Serving Metro Columbus, Ohio with Exclusive Buyer’s Agents
7100 North High Street, Suite 204, Worthington, Ohio 43085
614-888-4110 | 888-888-4110 Toll Free | 614-839-4110 Fax

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Lately, the Columbus housing market has been making most of the economic headlines, with positive news for both existing homeowners and Central Ohio home buyers. We’ve detailed many of these articles in our prior blog posts. There is no doubt that our strong regional economy contributes to the health of our housing market! This is why we’re sharing highlights from a recent Inc. magazine article that glimpses the near future of the Columbus economy.

According to Inc., Columbus has been quietly amassing venture capital funds that can rival most U.S. cities. This helps attract entrepreneurs and startup companies to our area. Columbus venture capital firms issued $32.8 million into local startups during the first half of 2015. Just 4 years ago, venture capital investments totaled $16.3 million for the entire year of 2011. It’s amazing to consider how quickly our venture capital resources have grown – and how much money is being invested in our economy.

Columbus also has advantages in demographics, thanks to Ohio State University. While some U.S. cities are seeing a decline in young adult population, Ohio State University attracts young talent from around the country. In 2014, OSU’s student population was just under 64,868.

Today’s students are entrepreneur-minded, and our growing venture capital resources encourage graduates to start their businesses right here. Columbus offers plenty of other reasons to stick around after graduation, such as attractive job opportunities, social and cultural opportunities, a good quality of life and affordable housing.

It should be reiterated that Columbus’s startup scene isn’t a “coming soon” teaser – it’s already here! According to Kauffman’s Startup Activity Report, Columbus ranks #12 among U.S. cities for startups, rising sharply from #22 from just a year ago. This bodes well for the long-term strength of our economy, and ongoing health of our housing market.

Ready to find your home in Columbus? As your Exclusive Buyer’s Broker, we serve your best interests at all times! Unlike real estate agents and brokerages who represent sellers, as an Exclusive Buyer’s Broker, we only represent you, the buyer, getting you the best price and terms with no conflict of interest at all times.

Understanding this distinction could literally save you thousands of dollars not only on the purchase price and terms, but also on seller concessions and home inspection issues, whether you are a first-time homebuyer or an experienced homeowner!

Contact us with your home buying questions! Remember, we are with you every step of the way…all the way home!

Andrew Show
Broker, CEBA, CEBA-M, CNE, CSP, ABR-M, e-PRO, GREEN
Buyer’s Resource Realty Services
Serving Metro Columbus, Ohio with Exclusive Buyer’s Agents
7100 North High Street, Suite 204, Worthington, Ohio 43085
614-888-4110 | 888-888-4110 Toll Free | 614-839-4110 Fax

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