WASHINGTON (June 5, 2019) – This morning, at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., the Department of Veterans Affairs welcomed more than 100 industry stakeholders and governments officials to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the GI Bill. S...
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June
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Ohio REALTORS Housing Disaster Relief Fund begins assisting tornado victims
By Scott Williams, Ohio REALTORS Chief Executive Officer
The work of REALTORS to help rebuild the communities affected by the tornadoes that ripped through Greene, Mercer and Montgomery counties on May 27 is well underway, with the Ohio REALTORS Housing Disaster Relief Fund sending the initial batch of grant checks to 70 residents whose residence were damaged. The Ohio REALTORS Housing Disaster Relief Fund, which was launched on June 6, has already provided $57,377 in non-repayable grants to residents affected by the storms. Additionally, Ohio REALTORS has received another 164 grant applications since the initial checks were released on June 17. It's clearly evident that there's a need for help -- as residents are struggling to rebuild their lives following the tornadoes. The Ohio REALTORS Housing Disaster Relief Fund, with the assistance of a grant from the National Association of REALTORS and donations from individual REALTORS and Local Boards/Associations, is providing up...
May
29
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Potential tax relief for storm-damaged property owners
Potential tax relief for storm-damaged property owners May 28, 2019 In the wake of this week's devastating inclement weather, Ohio REALTORS wish to highlight a state law (ORC 319.38) which gives County Auditors the authority to reduce the value of properties that have suffered damage or been destroyed. A reduction in property value could result in lower real estate taxes for the property until it has been restored to its prior condition or value. Property owners must apply for a valuation deduction by completing a form supplied by the County Auditor's office.
This content is copyright 2019 Ohio REALTORS. Read more at: https://www.ohiorealtors.org/blog/1117/potential-tax-relief-for-storm-damaged-property-owners/
May
22
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Ohio home sales activity heats up in Apri
The pace of homes sold across Ohio in April increased 4.5 percent from the level posted during the month a year ago, according to Ohio REALTORS. "Activity in April was extremely robust across the Buckeye State, as our sales totals increased to start the traditional spring home buying season," said Ohio REALTORS President Anjanette Frye. "Equally important, the marketplace achieved a continued, steady rise in the average sale price, an indication that housing is a solid, long-term investment. "The profession is hopeful that we'll see an uptick in the number of homes being marketed for sale, a key factor in ensuring that the momentum we've attained continues," Frye added. April's average home price of $188,953 reflects a 5.6 percent increase from the $178,909 mark posted during the month last year. Sales in April reached 13,836, a 4.5 percent increase from the 13,235 level during the month a year ago. Through the first four months of the year, home sales activity in Ohio nearly matc...