
Deciding to buy a home is very exciting. Looking through listings for Mansfield homes, finding a few favorites and daydreaming about how you'll decorate. It's fun. But for many, it becomes overwhelming as soon as they look at their bank account. Saving for a down payment requires patience, determination and discipline--but millions of people accomplish it every year so it's definitely not impossible. To help get you started, our agents at Haring Realty have put together a list of five smart ways to save for a down payment.

Richland County has a lot to offer.
The county's rich environments include the rolling countryside of Clear Fork and Lucas as well as the historic downtown Carrousel District of Mansfield. Locals also enjoy choices for higher education in Ontario, beautiful parks, and numerous attractions like Kingwood Center, the Renaissance theater, Snow Trails and the Ohio State Reformatory (just to name a few).
For all of the opportunities we might enjoy this summer, it's also important to remember to give back to our community.
Volunteering is one way to help those in need and make the community stronger. It is also incredibly rewarding. Be...
From kayaks and canoes to less traditional options like tubes and stand up paddle boards, Richland County offers numerous destinations for summertime fun on scenic lakes and rivers.
Photos Courtesy of Mohican Adventures
1. Mohican Adventures, Loudonville
Looking for a fun water activity but lacking proper gear? Mohican Adventures has a variety of watercraft available onsite, including canoes, kayaks, rafts and tubes.
Canoe or kayak down the...

A big beautiful garden can be the heart of your summertime fun. You can stroll among colorful flowers and listen to birds sing early morning songs. Your family can share a leisurely picnic in the grass or sip lemonade beneath a luxurious shade tree.
School may be out for the summer, but who says the learning should stop? Whether you’ve got curious kids or simply love exploring the great outdoors, Richland County and the surrounding area offers a wealth of parks and nature ed programs worth exploring!
1. Gorman Nature Center, Mansfield
Hiking through the nature trails is just one way to observe local wildlife and natural habitats. The park also has a visitor center that’s open Monday thru Saturday from 9 to 4. Inside the center, there are educational displays as well as staff naturalists and volunteers who can introduce you and your family to the center’s resident wildlife. All of the animals at the center are native to the state of Ohio, including...