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A Winter Treat for the Kids: Little Buckeye Children's Museum
It's easy to see why Mansfield, Ohio is dubbed as the "Fun Center of Ohio." It houses an indoor wooden carousel, 33 city parks, and a number of outdoor concert venues. However, if you're looking for things to do with your children this winter, our REALTORS® are here to share details about a local attraction your children are sure to love--Little Buckeye Children's Museum.
Hands-on Fun for the Family at the Little Buckeye Children's Museum
The Little Buckeye Children's Museum features 30 different exhibits that promote hands-on learning for young children two to ten years old. It uses play exploration throughout their exhibits to encourage children to use creative, critical thinking, motor skills, and social interaction skills. These exhibits provide familiar and realistic experiences.
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8 Fireplace Tips to Keep Your Ohio Home Safe this Winter
Winter in Ohio is in full bloom. There is nothing quite as cozy as a crackling fire in the fireplace of your Mansfield home. However, the last thing any homeowner wants is for disaster to strike, potentially damaging their home and putting loved ones in danger. Understanding and practicing fireplace safety is crucial in ensuring that your house and family are safe. Our REALTORS® offer these eight tips to keep your fireplace in tip-top shape and protect our family.
- Get Your Fireplace Ready
Before you light the first fire of the season, have your chimney and fireplace inspected and cleaned by a professional. Flues should be intact, and the dampers are operating correctly. Any buildup of dangerous residues including soot, creosote and glaze should be removed as they can seriously increase the risk of a chimney fire.
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Here's How You Can Afford to Buy a Home in Ohio in 2019
Do you dream of buying one of our local Mansfield homes for sale, but think there's no viable way to afford it? Think again! 2019 can be your year to purchase a house! Gathering the right information, taking advantage of multiple resources and making friends with your budget are the critical ingredients for taking that life-changing step. With a bit of planning and effort before you begin searching, buying a home may not be easier than you ever imagined.
- Understand What You Can Afford
Now is the time to create a home buying budget, and in doing so, you'll know what you can afford in relation to where you want to purchase. In addition to the actual mortgage payment, you'll need to plan for the down payment, closing costs, taxes and insurance, and the likelihood of higher energy and maintenance expenses. That being said, in many cities, monthly rental rates are at or above what you will pay for a mortgage payment. One of the best ways to determine your home buying budget is to talk to a lender and get pre-approved for a mortgage. Knowing what you can afford will allow you to build your budget around what you're expecting to spend on your home.